Your phone tells you where to turn, but that isn’t always the question you need answered. Which bus stop comes next? Is that trail too steep? What’s worth visiting along tomorrow’s drive?
The right map can help with those questions. You don’t need nine apps competing for your attention, though. Start with one everyday choice, then add a specialist when you have a reason.
Here’s how Google Maps, Apple Maps, and Waze compare as everyday map and GPS navigation apps, followed by tools for trips that need something different.


