European Alternatives to Google Maps
Google's mapping and navigation app. Detailed maps, Street View, place search and GPS navigation.
Google Maps Features
- Detailed worldwide maps
- Street View
- Place and business search
- GPS navigation
- Public transit
- Place reviews and photos
Price: Free (with data collection)
Why leave Google Maps?
- Google records your location history even when you disable the option, through other settings enabled by default
- In 2022, Google paid $391.5 million for tracking 2 billion users' locations despite their refusal
- Only 12.8% of users are aware of personal data collected by Google Maps and how it's used
- Google Maps is subject to the US CLOUD Act: US authorities can demand access to your location data
- Detailed location history has been used by US police to identify suspects through geofencing warrants
Recommended : Magic Earth
Dutch GPS navigation based on OpenStreetMap. Data stays on your device, ensuring maximum privacy.
Country : NL
Compatibility Scores
- Migration : 75/100
- GDPR : 100/100
- Features : 80/100
- Overall Score : 86/100
Magic Earth Features
- Real-time traffic
- Free offline maps
- 100% on-device data
- CarPlay/Android Auto compatible
- Speed camera alerts
- Zero tracking, zero ads
Price: Free / Premium 0.99€/year
Why this choice?
Magic Earth is the best Google Maps alternative for those who want detailed maps without sacrificing privacy. OpenStreetMap maps are complete, navigation works offline, and your data never leaves your device.
Switch from Google Maps to Magic Earth
Strengths
- 100% on-device data (vs Google tracking)
- Detailed and free OpenStreetMap maps
- No account required, no profile
- Complete free offline navigation
- Zero ads, zero data collection
Weaknesses
- No Street View
- Fewer business reviews and photos
- Smaller POI database
All Alternatives
- Magic Earth (NL) — Score : 86/100 (Recommended)
- TomTom AmiGO (NL) — Score : 82/100
- Roole Map (FR) — Score : 70/100