With the help of the 3D button, you can get a 3D view of the world. There is a “layers” icon that lets you enable/disable Traffic, Transit, COVID-19, and Bicycling. Much like Apple Maps, Google Maps also features a search box and three different view modes namely Terrain, Satellite, and Default. You can also mark places as Favorites, choose a preferred mode of transportation, share your location with people, and more. This allows people to check out lists of different places for them to get a better idea of places to visit when on vacation. Another intriguing thing about Apple Maps is that it features Guides for various places. Lastly, the current weather shows up at the bottom right along with the AQI (Air Quality Index). Right below the information button appears the Look Around button that offers a street-level view that has been inspired by Google Maps’ popular Street View.Īpple Maps has opted for custom icons for landmarks, which I find quite helpful. Using the information button, you can switch between Transit, Map, Satellite views, and even turn on/off the traffic. In Apple Maps, the search bar appears at the bottom and the information button is located at the top right of the screen. Hence, it’s a tad easier to decipher Google Maps locations. The text and icons are comparatively larger and they appear to be more brightly colored in Google Maps. While Apple Maps has adopted a relatively clean look with small text and icons, Google Maps has gone for an eye-catching appearance. For a pretty intuitive experience, a smooth and snappy interface is a must. Whenever I try a new app, the one thing that I check upfront is the user interface. The inclusion of routes for cyclists, routing for electric vehicles, congestion zones, and guides have sort of turned things around for Apple Maps. The Cupertino giant decided to stop using third-party navigation data and rely on the fresh data gathered by its own employees. Up until iOS 13 and iPadOS 13 (launched in 2019), Apple Maps remained more or less useless. Furthermore, the company also had to fire two key employees for the disaster. Apple Maps app turned out to be a rather ill-conceived product, which led Apple CEO, Tim Cook to offer a public apology in late September 2012. Unfortunately, things did not go as expected. Apple introduced its own mapping service to not only counter the monopoly of Google Maps but also present a viable alternative for Apple devices. Long before Apple Maps was launched in 2012 (iOS 6), Google Maps was the default mapping service for Apple operating systems. While the navigation app was nowhere near as feature-rich as it is today, it had a decent set of features including 3D buildings in major cities, 3D terrain showing mountains, video playback of driving directions, and an integrated Google Search. Initially, the app was available only for desktops as a solution to help people navigate different places. So, now that you have got the idea about how the duel will play out, let’s jump right in!Īt a time when phones were yet to get smarter, Google Maps arrived in 2005 with huge expectations. After the detailed comparison, there’s a verdict based on the findings. Having set Apple Maps against Google Maps across 6 different categories, I have highlighted the pros and cons. Stand Out Features: A look into the unique features that separate the two of the most popular navigation apps in the world.Supported Platforms: Why would you line up for something that doesn’t support your device?.Privacy: These days it’s become hard to judge a product/service without giving enough spotlight on privacy.Accuracy: It all comes down to how precise the estimation is and how helpful the guide is.Navigation Efficiency: A look at how well it facilitates navigation.User Interface: A key component that impacts the overall experience.To derive a fair conclusion, I have put Apple Maps against Google Maps on the basis of 6 most essential aspects: When you have two of the most feature-packed apps vying for the top spot, only a close look can offer better insight.
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