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Added: Denis Rubinov

Version: v15.6.71691-googleRelease

Size: 268.2 MB

Updated: 03.02.2024

Developer: My.com B.V.

Age Limitations: Everyone

Authorizations: 18

Downloaded on Google Play: 82044376

Category: Travels

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Description

MAPS.ME is a navigation app from the Mail.Ru development team. They use maps from OpenStreetMaps, supplementing them with information about leisure facilities (due to this advertising integration, developers receive income). The program is absolutely free, while the maps are updated regularly (for all countries of the world) and downloaded to the device from the application menu (all this is also free), so you can use navigation without the Internet.

Program functionality

Objectively, MAPS.ME in terms of functionality is significantly inferior to the same navigators from Google and Yandex. Maps are moderately detailed (even small remote villages), pedestrian navigation works great, there are voice prompts along the route. Additional features worth highlighting:

  • custom points on the map (can be synchronized if you register a MAPS.ME account);
  • saving routes;
  • the ability to "share" saved routes (the application also has free tourist routes, including walking routes);
  • booking rooms in hotels and hostels directly from the application (Internet is required, the function can be disabled);
  • you can add new places on the map, after checking the changes made by the moderators, they will be added to the general map along with the next update of the program.

Another feature is that when maps are updated, they are not downloaded again. Only those parcels where changes have been made are loaded. For travelers who often fly abroad, this function is very useful, as it allows you to significantly save traffic.

Pros and cons of MAPS.ME

Of the pluses, it should be highlighted:

  • the program and the card are free, no subscriptions are required;
  • navigation is available for all countries (even small and little-known ones);
  • maps are regularly updated (literally every 2 - 3 months).

Of the minuses, we can mention:

  • minimal functionality (no speedometer, no notifications about traffic events);
  • maps take up a lot of space (about 2 times more than the same Navitel or Yandex maps);
  • there is advertising (offers to stay in a particular hotel, book a room, you can turn it off only for money, but the functionality is not limited even with advertising).

All in all, MAPS.ME is the perfect navigator for travelers. But for the full use of the program, you should take care of the presence of at least 3-4 gigabytes of free memory on the device (you can also on a memory card - you can transfer cards to it from the application itself).

Application MAPS.ME: Offline maps GPS Nav was checked by VirusTotal antivirus. As a result of the scan, no file infections were detected by all the latest signatures.

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How to install MAPS.ME: Offline maps GPS Nav

  1. Download APK file apps from apkshki.com.
  2. Locate the downloaded file. You can find it in the system tray or in the 'Download' folder using any file manager.
  3. If the file downloaded in .bin extension (WebView bug on Android 11), rename it to .apk using any file manager or try downloading the file with another browser like Chrome.
  4. Start the installation. Click on the downloaded file to start the installation
  5. Allow installation from unknown sources. If you are installing for the first time MAPS.ME: Offline maps GPS Nav not from Google Play, go to your device's security settings and allow installation from unknown sources.
  6. Bypass Google Play protection. If Google Play protection blocks installation of the file, tap 'More Info' → 'Install anyway' → 'OK' to continue..
  7. Complete the installation: Follow the installer's instructions to complete the installation process.

How to update MAPS.ME: Offline maps GPS Nav

  1. Download the new version apps from apkshki.com.
  2. Locate the downloaded file and click on it to start the installation.
  3. Install over the old version. There is no need to uninstall the previous version.
  4. Avoid signature conflicts. If the previous version was not downloaded from apkshki.com, the message 'Application not installed' may appear. In this case uninstall the old version and install the new one.
  5. Restart annex MAPS.ME: Offline maps GPS Nav after the update.
Advantages
Disadvantages
  • Exact turn-by-turn navigation.
  • Using maps without internet.
  • Book hotel rooms directly through the app.
  • Large selection of ready-made routes around the world.

Version History

MAPS.ME: Offline maps GPS Nav v15.5.71676-googleRelease
03.02.24 268.4 MB Download
MAPS.ME: Offline maps GPS Nav v15.6.71689-googleRelease
03.02.24 268.1 MB Download
MAPS.ME: Offline maps GPS Nav v15.5.71665-googleRelease
02.12.23 267.2 MB Download
MAPS.ME: Offline maps GPS Nav v15.5.71666-googleRelease
02.12.23 267.2 MB Download
MAPS.ME: Offline maps GPS Nav v15.5.71668-googleRelease
02.12.23 267.3 MB Download

Reviews for MAPS.ME: Offline maps GPS Nav

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Change their business model to a subscription. I purchased this app for all my devices Android and iOS. At the time there where no additional fees, ads or subscriptions. Now this app has ads and to get rid of them you have to pay a monthly subscription. They changed the rules in the middle of the game, I'm deleting it from all my devices. This app works offline after you download maps. Searching for an address is not good. You can import KMZ files, such as places you've mark in Goolge Maps.

My go to map app for foreign and domestic traveling when cell service isn't guaranteed. Also great for planning trips Pros- 1. It's free 2. It's accurate 3. You can mark places and add notes 3. Maps are downloaded so it works offline with your GPS antenna Cons 1. Not a big fan off the directions feature. Although I have only used twice so maybe I haven't got the hang of it. I find myself using other apps for driving and this one for exploring cities on foot.

Overall usefull for navigating, especially metros. The search function is pretty weak, it does not pull up places even though they are listed on the map. I will keep using the app, but something I hope they fix is the map recentering on the last geo location in offline mode/no signal. Its pretty annoying if everytime you open the app you lose sight of your location because your last phone detected location is in a different town or even country.

5+ yrs of excellent navigation around the world. First I tested its accuracy in my region Bohemian-Saxon Switzerland national park (which I know quite well;) Surprisingly, I was still able to discover new rocks and water springs. Being impressed, I installed more maps of other countries (most lack marked trails) when hitting the road around the globe. This app has never let me down. Not even in the Outback. My hat off to you, Maps.me!

Search can not find basic places such as "Trenton, New Jersey" or "New York City, NY". When you finally get a start and end point loaded, it doesn't provide directions (ie: "Drive north on I-25 for 23 miles. Take exit 123 for Route 66 east") - it only seems to function in turn-by-turn navigation mode requiring the GPS to be on.

Great app but a few bugs. Sometimes compass and distance bar don't show up. But the biggest annoyance is the wholly inaccurate elevation profile. While the highest and lowest elevations are likely to be correct, the distance between peaks and troughs is not to scale at all. Also the favourite pins sometimes block letters of the place names.

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