Google maps are one of the most popular navigation app available globally. With more than over one billion downloads, it is the most used app worldwide. It’s one of the navigation apps we typically think of when looking for a place we have to go and we don’t know the way to it. Google has been on top of navigation, with frequent updates. However there are plenty of different options when it comes to navigation maps. We will check out the best apps option available to us besides Google Maps.
Waze
A community led navigation app which provides you with traffic updates. All the information provided is reported through users of Waze. You are not only informed with traffic updates but with weather conditions, road blocked, accidents, and what not. Since the information provided is by users therefore they aren’t available due to lack of Waze users. You can alter the voice directing you through the commute. It is available for both Android and iOS users and is a free app.
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HERE WeGo
HERE WeGo was initially named as HERE Maps which used to come bundled up with Nokia phones. It ported over towards Androids later on and it has remained as one of the known navigation apps. It is available on both Android and iOS. HERE offers turn by turn navigation which can be used in both online and offline mode, with real time traffic update. HERE WeGo is a very simple and easy to use app. The features re very easy to access compared to Google Maps which can be a little overwhelming. With offline mode you can download specific route, though you will face some loss of function with it compared to online mode.
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Sygic
Sygic is another one of the best maps in Pakistan. It is a paid app though you can avail 7-day trial period, available on Android and iOS both. It is popular amongst Android users, with some unique features and detailed maps. You will be informed with local speed limit, time taken to get to your destination. The maps are very detailed and the app is very easy to use. The app updates are frequent and you only have to pay for the app once. Do try the 7-day trial because this app is worth checking out.
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TPL Maps
An app launched by tracking solution company which is Pakistan first app that is developed completely in Pakistan. TPL Maps is hoping to meet eye to eye with Google Maps. The app provides with real-time traffic updates and with voice navigation tips throughout your destination. The app has developed over 22000 hours of research, with data collected over the 15 years by a dedicated team. With more than 1.5 million point-of-interests making it higher than any other local map available. They have the biggest collection of data recorded with up to million housing address. This is one of the most accurate apps available which has also mapped out Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan. The app has fixed few glitches but it is the start for them.
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