Offline sat nav for Android [duplicate]

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I am pretty sure I saw this already on travel SE, but can't find it now. What are my navigation options with Android phone in an area without data connection? (I am in Northumberland)

EDIT: To clarify, I am looking for a turn-by-turn navigation system (mainly for driving). The suggested question is mainly about actual maps without this feature.



Best Answer

Recommended software:

  • I have used MapFactor, which was recommended to me on this site. It's free, uses the OpenStreetMap database (also free, with free updates) and is quite usable. You also pre-download maps so don't have to use 3G downloading as you drive around.
  • Mark Mayo recommends NavDroyd:

    In addition, you need some serious storage for offline google maps. What I eventually settled with was NavDroyd - for Android, but there'll be equivalents for iPhone etc. It cost a few dollars, but not much - and the maps are all totally free, as they just download the free Open Street Maps maps, which are vector graphics anyway. It was fantastic. The interface was a little clunky to me and took a few minutes to get used to, but once I had it sorted it was brilliant - even in Siberia, Kyrgystan and Mongolia!

  • dbkk recommended RMaps:

    A cheap unlocked Android phone with GPS (they start at $120 or so) plus a free offline maps app like RMaps. You don't need a data connection, but have the option of popping in a cheap local prepaid SIM card for calls and net access.

    Then you can use Mobile Atlas Creator 1.8 to download relevant maps from different sources before you go (or using a laptop and hotel WiFi while on the road).

  • Other software that has been recommended include OSMAnd, Sygic and Locus Map.

OSMAnd actually seems to be the most commonly recommended of the lot.




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What is the best offline navigation app for Android?

The 10 best offline GPS apps for Android
  • Google Maps. Yes, you can say that our first recommendation is pretty obvious, but Google Maps is one of the best offline GPS apps for Android. ...
  • Maps.Me. ...
  • MapFactor Navigator \u2013 GPS Navigation Maps. ...
  • HERE WeGo. ...
  • OsmAnd. ...
  • Sygic. ...
  • CoPilot GPS. ...
  • Polaris GPS Navigation.


What is the best offline map?

Best Offline GPS Map Apps for Android & iOS
  • HERE WeGo.
  • GPS Navigation & Maps Sygic.
  • Google Maps.
  • CoPilot GPS \u2013 Navigation.
  • MAPS.ME.
  • MapOut.


Can Android Auto use offline maps?

Sygic GPS Navigation is now available on Android Auto as one of the first navigation apps, offering the benefit of offline maps. Currently, Sygic is used by more than 200 million users worldwide. Sygic GPS Navigation on Android Auto brings an entirely new experience and level of comfort.



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