Navigator without an Internet connection for Android. The best free navigators with a Russian-language interface

IN lately technology has come so far that modern man simply cannot imagine himself without some gadget at hand.

Here you have smartphones, tablets, and smart watches have already begun to be invented... In a word, mobility and nothing more! And many of us also drive cars. And here DVRs and navigators have become indispensable assistants. So we decided to talk about the best navigator in our opinion - Navitel.

In general, there are many navigators available for the “Green Robot” - both the program from Yandex and Google have their own navigator. So what's so special about Navitel? The fact that it is able to work without connecting your device to the Internet. This “animal” works with GPS networks.

There are different cases: the money in the account may run out, or the mobile network may simply work slowly, and there are devices that do not have 3G. Just for such cases, Navitel is an indispensable thing that will not let you get lost, no matter where you are.

“Where are you? What even in the outback?” – you ask. At least, the author of this review has personally been using this program for three years. And in the Rostov region and Krasnodar region the program works perfectly. You just need to wait a little while the navigator communicates with GPS satellites.

Now we need to talk about Navitel’s convenient and accessible interface. When you start the program, the main menu appears, the items of which speak for themselves. For example, the “Find” tab allows you to search for a destination using the following parameters:

• at the address;
• by search history;
• by favorite points;
• by network coordinates;
• on the map.

The “Route” tab will help you create the shortest path to the point. Here you can find the same items as in the “Find” tab, and set a route to any building, office, or simply to an address.

Well, the last menu is “Settings”. It deserves special praise and flattering words. This is where we can see the most striking example of personalization. Navitel can be configured exactly the way you need. There is map scalability, night mode, and a 3D map. It is possible to configure the navigator so that it builds routes, avoiding dirt roads or ferry crossings. Literally everything is customizable, which is very pleasing!

We can’t help but talk about the most important part of the navigator – the map, which is displayed while moving. In general, you can judge it based on my screenshots - everything is clearly visible there. I’ll just note that Navitel provides comprehensive information about the route: when the next turn is visible, and how long is left to go to the destination, and traffic jams can be seen where they are (by the way, you can bypass them - Navitel settings).

What was also pleasing was the fact that this program provides information not only about the place of arrival, but also about a specific object located at the address. When we click on each building we can see a list of organizations that are based there.

All the words of praise that are written above are only part of all the good things that are in Navitel for Android. The application is very easy to use, provides comprehensive information and does not freeze. A solid “Five” and many thanks to the developers!

Navigators on Android allow you to receive accurate location information and plot routes taking into account all kinds of obstacles. Such software is most in demand when traveling through unfamiliar areas, where it is quite difficult to navigate without tips. Although some may find it useful for short walks or bike rides. If you have a car and an Android smartphone, then with a 90% chance you also have a navigation application. This article will help you choose a worthy alternative to the navigator you are already using, or choose the best navigator for you that meets all your needs.

Android smartphone with installed navigator- better than a separate GPS navigator
GPS navigator can be purchased as separate device, but this solution has a number of significant drawbacks. Why buy another device when the same functionality is available through the application with Google Play? Moreover, smartphones and tablets are much more productive GPS navigators, which affects the speed of work. Most often they differ significantly in volume RAM, processor power, etc. It is also worth noting the situation with updates - on GPS navigators this may require periodic firmware changes, which is not very convenient. On your smartphone you just need to download new version applications from Google Play or ours.

When choosing a navigator for Android, you should be guided by which country you plan to use it in most often and for what purposes. Some applications are better adapted for use in Russia, but at the same time there are also programs aimed at Western users. They are also available on the territory of the Russian Federation, but do not contain such detailed information about it.

For comparative review 10 were selected navigation programs from Google Play, which will be considered in descending order of their popularity. When assigning ratings, we took into account not only the convenience and set of functions, but also a number of secondary parameters characteristic of applications of this type. The presence of a 3D mode, traffic data, offline access and a number of other characteristics were taken into account. A comparative table with editorial ratings is located at the end of this article.

The Google application is a confident leader in its segment, significantly ahead of its competitors in terms of the number of installations. This is due not only to the fact that the developer integrates its own services into Android, but also to significant changes that have occurred over the past few years. During this time, the number of supported countries has increased and the functionality has expanded significantly. But first things first.

There are no questions about the appearance of the application; everything is in perfect order. Most of the screen is occupied by a map; at the top there is a search bar, where voice input is also available. You can find not only a place by address, but also a store or restaurant, knowing only its name. The main menu opens by swiping from the left edge and contains almost everything you need - a list of saved places, chronology, traffic data, etc. When you first start, you will need to connect using a Google account, in the future all statistics will be stored on it. You can leave reviews about the establishments you visit directly from the application.

The functionality of Google Maps is truly comprehensive - the user can not only plot routes, but also plan visits to certain establishments. Each of them has a rating with reviews from visitors, be it a cinema, pharmacy or clinic. For some there are more detailed information– operating hours, workload, etc. The journey will take less time if you choose the optimal route taking into account traffic jams and public transport schedules.

IN mobile version Google Maps offers the well-known Street View, designed to view locations in 3D mode. Not long ago, an offline mode appeared, allowing you to receive data without access to the Internet. To use the map without connecting to the network, you need to open the Offline maps item in the main menu and select the required area there. Depending on its size, the size of the downloaded package will be determined. For example, for Moscow it is about 160 MB. Cities with a population of over a million “weigh” about 30-50 mb. It is worth remembering that it is still advisable to constantly have access to the Internet. You can get directions without it, but you won’t be able to view data about establishments.

Google Maps can be considered an absolutely deserved leader among Android navigators. At the time of writing the review, the application contained maps of 220 countries, 15,000 cities with driving directions and detailed descriptions more than 100,000 establishments. Most functions are available in the Russian Federation, the maps are quite accurate, and reviews about different places from Russian users is more than enough. Google maps can become an indispensable assistant both for navigation in your home region and for trips abroad. Unlike most competitors, the application is completely free; you only have to pay for Internet traffic. The final score is 4.9 points out of 5.

Waze can be considered one of the main competitors of Google Maps. In some respects, this application is significantly ahead of its famous competitor - social interaction is better organized here and more data is presented about the situation on the roads, police checkpoints, accidents, etc. The detail of the maps depends on the region - the larger the settlement, the more detailed the information about it.

Waze's interface is quite user-friendly, and appearance not for everyone - visually it is made in the style of 2010. When starting, you should register, although this is not necessary, it’s still worth creating an account - it’s available to authorized users more features. The main screen contains a map and a search bar, and you can call up the main menu by swiping from the left edge - here the user has access to account information, settings, travel plans, etc.

The functionality of the navigator in Waze does not stand out much compared to its competitors - you can select the current route taking into account the traffic situation, find the most cheap gas station along the way, etc. Voice prompts\search and 3D review are also available. The detail of the maps is quite good and the application is quite suitable for use in the CIS countries.

Waze can be considered quite worthy alternative to Google Maps. It is unlikely that the developers of this application are able to catch up with their main competitor in terms of the number of supported countries, but in terms of social interaction, everything is done perfectly. Waze supports dozens different languages, including Russian, in which not only voice input is available, but also hints. There is also an offline mode and not paid content, however there are advertisements. Overall, Waze gets 4.8 points. 

Sygic is one of the most advanced navigation apps on Android. In his arsenal large number maps from various providers, including offline 3D maps from TomTom, relevant for more than 120 countries.

Visually, Sygic looks very decent, and there are no questions about the ease of control. Some users may find the fonts in the application too large and cannot be changed in the settings. In general, the Sygic interface is quite similar to a regular navigator - most of the screen is occupied by a map, it also contains a search bar and a quick menu.

One of key advantages Sygic are high quality maps that can be stored on your device. In addition to the aforementioned TomTom, other suppliers are available. Free updates cards occur several times a year. The application supports voice commands with the pronunciation of street names and receives information about changes on the road in real time. This allows you to avoid traffic jams and use the most optimal routes.

Sygic is a very high quality navigation app with a large number maps and a wide range of functions. Unfortunately, not everything is available in the free version. The trial period is 7 days, after which you can limit yourself to free functionality or upgrade to Premium. The cost of a subscription depends on the region and ranges from 50 to 100 euros, but at the time of writing the review there were discounts and you could get unlimited Premium for only 16-20 euros. Given the availability of very decent free navigators, most users will not pay for a subscription. Moreover, the free version is not particularly limited in terms of map detail. The final score for Sygic is 4.6 out of 5. 

MapFactor is a navigator using Open Street Map data. Maps can be installed on a memory card or internal storage device so as not to connect to the network while traveling.

When you first start, you need to select the map source and country. For Russia, there is a division by region, which allows you to save space in the device’s memory and quickly access the application. The cards are relatively compact, for example, the Moscow region weighs only 0.3 GB. If you wish, you can use data from TomTom instead of Open Street Maps. Externally, MapFactor looks somewhat outdated - the interface is more similar to applications for Android 2.2.

Open Street Map is a collaborative mapping project. Any user can contribute to its development. Having a large international community has a positive effect on the quality of content and frequency of updates.

MapFactor supports voice navigation, route planning, and alerts about upcoming maneuvers. If you get close to the speed recorders, the user will hear an audible warning. Implemented not only switching between 2D and 3D modes, but also selecting color scheme– day or night.

MapFactor can be called one of the best free navigators on Android. It supports many languages ​​and contains detailed information for dozens of countries. The disadvantages of the application include a somewhat outdated interface and the need to preload maps. The final MapFactor score is 4.4 points out of 5 possible.

MAPS.ME – free and completely offline maps. The Android app supports turn-by-turn navigation and is used by more than 60 million users worldwide.

Externally, MAPS.ME is not much different from other navigators. Most of the main screen here is occupied by the map, and control elements are located closer to the edges of the display - zooming, toolbar, etc. In general, the controls are quite convenient.

The main advantages of MAPS.ME are autonomy and the absence of paid content. Maps are downloaded directly from the application, just select the country and city. The information on them is quite detailed - the user can easily find the way to any establishment. Maps are updated daily by the multimillion-strong Open Street Map community, which is a worthy open-source alternative Google Maps.

MAPS.ME is one of the best mobile navigators on Open database Street Map. The Android application has a pleasant interface and a large range of tools, and there is no charge for its use. The final MAPS.ME score is 4.6 points out of 5. 

2GIS is one of the most popular navigators in Russia. This application has been in great demand for a long time - ever since mobile internet was expensive and slow, and cards were most often used offline.

The Android version has a user-friendly interface, although it doesn’t stand out much from its competitors. The main screen consists of familiar elements - a map and control panels. Create account It’s not necessary in the app, but it can still be useful for better integration with social networks.

2GIS is convenient primarily because it works without the Internet. After downloading a city map, you can use it in roaming or in places where there is no network connection. 2GIS not only knows the roads and landscape structure well, but also has information about various establishments that the user may need. These include clinics, post offices, cafes, car services and much more. Now you don’t even have to look for the front entrance - the application will do it for you, showing the way to the door itself. In total, the database contains more than 2.5 million different organizations.

2GIS will be an indispensable assistant for drivers. The application will show the most optimal route and warn about all dangerous maneuvers. Traffic jams, overlaps, accidents and other obstacles are also taken into account. The detail of the maps depends on the location. 2GIS is available in all major Russian cities, in some of them there is detailed information about shopping centers, that is, you can see directly from the application where the nearest ATM is located, which stores are present in the shopping center, etc.

2GIS has proven itself well for a long time and the Android version is no exception. Here the user will find everything necessary funds for navigation, and completely free. There is no charge for using the application, but there are advertisements. 2GIS gets 4.7 points out of 5. 

Yandex.Navigator will help you quickly get to your destination by calculating the optimal route taking into account traffic jams. Other road events are also taken into account - accidents, repairs, etc.

The application has a very convenient and stylish interface, although nothing else was expected from Yandex. By default, the main screen shows not only the map and standard panel tools, but also an indicator of traffic congestion on a 10-point scale (for those cities where information about traffic jams is available).

When selecting a route, several options are offered, starting with the fastest. The application will notify the user if part of the route falls on a toll section. During your ride, the remaining time and distance are displayed, as well as notifications about maneuvers, cameras and other obstacles. Yandex.Navigator has data on speed limits; if the user is driving too fast, he will receive a corresponding notification.

Control in Yandex.Navigator is quite convenient, especially since you can completely switch to voice input. This will allow you not to touch the device with your hands at all during the trip. The user will be able to give commands by voice and receive all necessary notifications in the same mode.
You can save a history of destinations so you don't have to enter an address each time, but simply select a destination from a list in the future. Data is stored in the cloud and is available on all devices. For this you will need a Yandex account.

Otherwise, this navigator has a standard set of functions. There is a 3D mode and data about various organizations that you may encounter along the way - hospitals, restaurants and much more. The application is intended primarily for the CIS countries, which is reflected in the detail of the maps - for the cities of Russia, Ukraine, etc. there is much more information here. For example, Yandex.Navigator knows everything about Moscow parking lots up to the 3rd transport ring. The application will immediately show you where you can leave your car and where it is prohibited to park.

For users from Russia, Yandex.Navigator will be the best option. All the necessary functions are present here, including offline mode, and the program is completely free. The final score is 4.8 points. 

Navitel Navigator is an application with detailed maps of more than 60 countries. In essence, this is a full-fledged navigation service with a huge number of additional functions, but first things first.

Visually, Navitel Navigator looks like an application from 2010; for some reason it even has its own status bar with the current time, battery charge, etc. From the fonts and size of some icons it is immediately clear that the developers were focused on screens with low resolution - everything is in FullHD it looks ridiculous.

Functionally, Navitel Navigator can be called one of the most advanced applications in its segment. There are offline maps, data on traffic jams, weather and various road events. There are also warnings about video cameras, accidents, etc. Three-dimensional maps display not only the structure of the landscape, but also the height of buildings. Multi-level interchanges are also available in 3D mode.

In terms of map detail, Navitel Navigator is ahead of most competitors. When planning routes, many factors are taken into account here, including road lanes, and the on-board computer displays data on more than 100 various sensors– time, speed, weather conditions, etc. The advantages of the application can be listed for a very long time - they include voice prompts and an unlimited number of points when constructing a trajectory and much more.

Navitel Navigator would be among the leaders in its segment if not for a paid subscription. The trial period is only one week, after which the carriage turns into a pumpkin. In our case, a significant number of functions are simply disabled - route planning, voice prompts, traffic jams, 3D mode. The premium version costs between $10 and $30 depending on the country. At the same time, there are no maps of most of Europe and America here at all. In total, Navitel Navigator receives only 4.3 points out of 5.

CityGuide is a navigator with detailed maps of the whole world. You can use both data from the CityGuide service and Open Street Maps.
CityGuide looks pretty good (although it lags behind competitors by about 5 years in design) and with controls special problems not observed. At the first start, the user chooses which cards he needs. The CityGID system is paid and more detailed. Maps from Open Street Maps are completely free, but they are updated less frequently and contain less information.

The functionality of CityGuide does not particularly depend on which system the user chooses - CityGuide or OSM. In both cases, he will have access to traffic data and offline navigation. At the same time, CityGID has a number of advantages - in addition to the above-mentioned frequency of updates, these include warnings about traffic police radars and various hazards on the roads, as well as taking into account the schedule of railway crossings and opening/closing of bridges.

In general, CityGuide is designed primarily for the CityGID system; OSM support is more like an additional feature. option. This is far from the only application that works with Open Street Maps. CityGuide also has social interaction features, where you can send messages to friends and plan trips together. An SOS service is also available, allowing you to call a tow truck or various emergency services.

CityGuide can hardly be considered a worthy alternative to others mobile navigators. This is primarily due to the paid subscription model. After the end of the 15 day trial period The application stops running altogether. That is, there is not even a limited free version. Purchasing a license will cost 690 rubles for home region or 1490 rubles for all of Russia. There are other options, which can be found on the official website of the application. CityGuide rating – 4 points exactly. 

Maverick is the most modest of the 10 navigators selected for this review. Essentially this is not independent service, and the shell supports various offline and online maps.

In terms of design, Maverick was stuck somewhere in 2010-2012, although this common problem for navigation applications. When you first launch it, it immediately becomes clear that the developers were focusing on low-resolution screens that were popular 5 or more years ago. And the Russian language is not supported here.

The main advantage of the application is the ability to select a data source - Bing, Yandex, Open Street Maps, Multimap and many others. Most maps are automatically cached for offline use.

In Maverick, the user can build routes, mark places visited, and receive information about establishments. Also available are speed sensors, altitude sensors, barometer and much more.

The disadvantages of Maverick include not the most user-friendly interface and the presence of significant limitations in the free version. It does not allow you to download maps or save routes. There is also no integration with Foursquare. True, the Pro version is quite inexpensive - 300 rubles. However, for most users this program is useless if there are more worthy free analogues. Overall, Maverick gets only 3.9 points out of 5 possible. 

Results and comparison

In addition to Google Maps and Yandex.Navigator, Waze entered the top three
The Google application received 4.9 points, the other two - 4.8. It is unlikely that such a ranking will surprise anyone. Google Maps is the reference navigator by which developers of other applications are compared. Most of the participants in this review received ratings from 4.3 to 4.7. Only CityGuide and Maverick are left far behind - the first due to the lack of a free version as such, the second due to limited functionality.

Evaluation of additional features

Traffic data is provided by 7 out of 10 applications, but in terms of the presence of paid content, the applications are divided in a ratio of 60 to 40. Only 4 navigators have paid subscription or cards, and they were not included in the top three. Paid navigators are almost in no way superior to free ones, and in many ways they are even inferior, while developers also want to make money from them. Perhaps there are countries in which Maverick or Sygic are superior in detail to the same Yandex.Navigator, but when compiling the final rating, the situation in Russia was taken into account primarily.

Applications from Yandex or Google have been occupying first places in the top of certain segments for a long time and this will not surprise anyone. A similar phenomenon can be observed among dictionaries (Google.Translate and Yandex.Translator), music programs, browsers, etc. Navigators were no exception; here applications from Google and Yandex also took the top. A worthy alternative is Waze, which is significantly superior in terms of tools for social interaction. Other applications in this review They cope with their tasks well, but in the opinion of the editors they cannot yet compete significantly with the above three leaders.

This is one of best apps for offline navigation. From version to version, new functions appear in it, and today it can install regular and walking routes, has highly detailed maps and excellent operating speed. The application is completely free and does not contain any restrictions on the number of maps you can download - you can download the whole world if your smartphone’s storage capacity allows it.

OsmAnd

In this application, the source of map information is the OpenStreetMap project, which exists and is filled with data thanks to the help of thousands of volunteers from around the world. The usefulness of this application may depend on the place where it is used, since in some regions it knows the location of literally every object, even shops and monuments, while in others it has difficulty displaying only the main streets. Free version allows you to download maps for ten different countries, which in most cases is quite enough. Some additional functions are implemented in OsmAnd using plugins, which also need to be downloaded separately. Overall, OsmAnd is a powerful application with a lot of features, but with a somewhat confusing interface.

City Maps 2Go

This app's maps and data are stored on your device, so you can access them at any time, including offline. All functions such as address search, reviewing and GPS location can work without Internet access. Although the map data is also drawn from the OpenStreetMap project, I found the map detail in this application to be a little less detailed than in the previous one. allows you to search for addresses, attractions, points of interest in offline mode, however, does not have a navigation function. An interesting feature of this application is the integration with Wikipedia, so you can always get additional information about the places you are interested in.

Google Maps

You can talk about the main mapping application for Android for a very long time, since it has a huge number of different functions. However, in light of this review, we're most interested in offline use. It was possible to download map sections in this application before, and more recently the developers added full-fledged navigation and search for objects without an Internet connection. So now Google Maps can be safely used abroad while roaming or in places where an Internet connection is not available.

In this collection we will tell you which navigator for Android is the best. The optimal applications for different usage scenarios are considered - with an Internet connection, offline, for drivers, tourists and walking around the city. Only proven software.

#10 - Sygic

Opens our top free GPS Sygic navigator, which is one of the best solutions for offline navigation. In addition to high-quality offline maps, there is precise system congestion tracking, pedestrian mode, up-to-date information on parking spaces, as well as calculating the time of arrival at the destination. Among the interesting features, Sygic boasts Head-up Display technology, through which the image is projected onto the car glass, allowing you to use the navigator without being distracted by the phone screen. No additional accessories are required for this.

Sygic is a solid and high-quality navigator for mobile devices, but the mediocre user-friendliness of the interface discourages many users from this program, so be prepared to take the time to get to know the software in order to take full advantage of its capabilities.

#9 - Waze

The Waze navigator occupies a different niche; it requires a constant Internet connection. This leads to one of its main disadvantages - almost complete uselessness in offline mode, however, when connected to the network, a number of interesting opportunities open up. Waze will tell you about the current state of the road situation: traffic jams, repair work and accidents. It will suggest the most optimal route if it detects a traffic jam or accident along your route. One of the competitive advantages of the application is the instant change of the route to a more optimal one depending on the traffic situation and tracking of gasoline prices at nearby gas stations.

Thus, Waze is a modern and high-quality solution for the motorist, however, the need to constantly be online is somewhat constraining, which in to a greater extent This applies to travel in small towns and rural areas where network connectivity may be a problem.

#8 - MapFactor GPS Navigator

Perhaps, such an unprepossessing, but nevertheless telling name of the application perfectly conveys its entire essence. MapFactor is powerful tool for navigation around the world, which is quickly updated, allows you to pre-load maps of a huge number of countries, choose from several route options for different times of the day (based on traffic), use three-dimensional maps and much more.

Unfortunately, there are some minor problems, the appearance of which cannot be avoided by working according to the scheme that is used at the heart of this application. The fact is that the maps are taken from OpenStreetMap - a project in which almost anyone can participate. Users note the fact that the program takes into account even small paths, since local residents are working on many places. So the variability of routes in some situations can play a cruel joke on you.

No. 7 – Seven Roads

The Seven Roads navigation application is one of the programs that boasts a high degree of detail in maps coupled with frequent updates. Active work is underway on the application, which allows you to navigate the city and be completely confident that the application will lead you to right place. This, unfortunately, leads to an unpleasant disadvantage: the cards weigh quite a lot, but now hardly anyone has problems with free space in the device memory and its performance.

Seven Roads is a serious and high-quality navigation application with solid functionality and an intuitive interface. Perhaps the most best option for those who just want to download the program and use it without spending a lot of time understanding the logic of the menu and getting used to its features. Here you just need to install the application and download the desired card.

No. 6 – 2GIS

2GIS is a navigator with a built-in directory function that allows you to view information about the organization of interest in one click. Information is updated regularly, so you can always find out the current schedule of its work, address, website, phone number and, for example, customer reviews. There is also a small, but extremely convenient function- navigation to the door, allowing you to quickly find the entrance to the building. If this does not seem enough, the application also contains maps with detailed images of the floors of shopping centers, as well as a taxi call function.

Classic route options are available directly from the navigator functions: on foot, by public transport or by your own car. For the latter, a traffic jam map has been developed, which is completely synchronized with the real situation on the road. For pedestrians, a search is underway for convenient routes, including passages between houses and through courtyards. Maps are available for downloading to the phone's memory, which allows you to save on traffic.

No. 5 — Maps and GPS navigation OsmAnd

In the middle of our rating is the OsmAnd application, which is not just called one of the best navigators for smartphones. Wide variety of settings, extremely detailed maps, recording a track, etc. Tourists will love that the app's shortcuts within cities are really short and easy to walk.

The application has an almost standard function of offline viewing of maps, the ability to work with their saved copies, and display of public transport stops. One of the functions for which the application is so loved by users is building a route without an Internet connection, which is very convenient during vacation or just in a new place. In addition, the route planning itself occurs in an extremely flexible manner, taking into account small details, current traffic and road conditions.

4 - MAPS.ME

Another application that provides full offline navigation. Offline search works fully here, and the maps are impressive in their detail in a relatively small size source files. You can set the frequency of map updates yourself, maintaining a balance between data relevance and traffic savings.

Nice features of the application: the ability to search by category (fitness centers, restaurants, cafes, shopping centers), tight integration with Booking.com, metro map, traffic jams, display of travel speed. Also, cyclists and walkers will appreciate the display of the slope of descents and ascents. Mushroom pickers and hunters may find the display of forest paths useful, but it is worth clarifying that this function is not available everywhere. In general, in terms of the ratio of positive and negative reviews, MAPS.ME is one of the best among all current navigators.

#3 - Google Maps

Google Maps - already a classic navigation app for smartphones, which is installed by default on many Android devices. Google maps always have up-to-date information about bus and minibus schedules, work correctly in most countries of the world and boast rich functionality. If you do not have any special needs while traveling, then best choice will use this application because you can be sure that Google Maps will show the most optimal route from point A to point B.

When traveling by public transport, you can set the departure time, the desired amount of walking and transfers. One of the most famous features of these cards is 3D images streets from all over the world, thanks to which you can always find your way around where you are, and also understand what the place where you are going to go looks like. Standard functionality in really high-quality packaging - this is Google maps.

No. 2 - Yandex Navigator

The navigator from Yandex is an extremely successful response of the Russian company to the development of Google. This application boasts very effective route planning to avoid traffic jams, repair work and accidents. It will always inform you about obstacles and help you arrive at your destination in the best possible way. optimal route, even the smallest delays at traffic lights are monitored. Building a route works without an Internet connection, however, the function of avoiding traffic jams in this case ceases to function. To enable the offline navigator, you will need to download the required maps to your smartphone, but they take up a lot of time, and you can hear a lot of complaints from drivers regarding the quality of offline navigation from Yandex - the application is fully opened only if there is an Internet connection.

While driving, the navigator shows you the distance to the end of the route and calculates the approximate time of arrival. There are also voice prompts for movement: direction, location of surveillance cameras, events on the route and much more. Directly while driving, monitoring of the situation on the road continues, so while driving, the program adjusts and creates the most optimal route for you.

No. 1 - Navitel GPS & Maps

Navitel is, in our opinion, the highest quality and most sophisticated navigator for Android. And there are good reasons for this. For example, one of the most effective offline navigation systems is implemented here, and this application really knows the territory of Russia. Among the features of Navitel, we highlight information about traffic jams while driving, warning about speed limits, monitoring weather conditions, as well as the presence of internal similarity social network, where users can share their own location and give each other advice.

There is also quite detailed three-dimensional cartography integrated into the application. If you communicate with friends in instant messengers, Navitel will pick up notifications from the system and allow you to read incoming messages without turning off the cards. Navitel has everything that can be found in other applications, but there is no emphasis on any specific function. Everything works well and correctly, which makes it easy to navigate in any conditions. But for high-quality performance you will have to pay, the application is free only during the 7-day trial period, then you will have to buy the necessary card (price tag from 500 to 2000 rubles depending on the territory) or understand the intricacies of using hacked software.

Completing the rating best GPS navigators, I would like to say that it is impossible to unequivocally answer the question of which navigator is better to install on Android smartphone without knowing the reader's needs. For ourselves, we have selected Yandex.Navigator and Google Maps for online use, and MAPS.Me with Navitel for offline navigation when moving by car, and 2GIS is optimal for walking in the city. Then the choice is yours. We hope that the TOP navigators for Android OS will help you make the right decision.

This is one of the best offline navigation apps. From version to version, new functions appear in it, and today it can lay out ordinary and pedestrian routes, has highly detailed maps and excellent operating speed. The application is completely free and does not contain any restrictions on the number of maps you can download - you can download the whole world if your smartphone’s storage capacity allows it.

OsmAnd

In this application, the source of map information is the OpenStreetMap project, which exists and is filled with data thanks to the help of thousands of volunteers from around the world. The usefulness of this application may depend on the place where it is used, since in some regions it knows the location of literally every object, even shops and monuments, while in others it has difficulty displaying only the main streets. The free version allows you to download maps for ten different countries, which is quite enough in most cases. Some additional functions are implemented in OsmAnd using plugins, which also need to be downloaded separately. Overall, OsmAnd is a powerful application with a lot of features, but with a somewhat confusing interface.

City Maps 2Go

This app's maps and data are stored on your device, so you can access them at any time, including offline. All functions such as address search, reviewing and GPS location can work without Internet access. Although the map data is also drawn from the OpenStreetMap project, I found the map detail in this application to be a little less detailed than in the previous one. allows you to search for addresses, attractions, points of interest offline, but does not have a navigation function. An interesting feature of this application is its integration with Wikipedia, so you can always get additional information about the places that interest you.

Google Maps

We can talk about the main mapping application for Android for a very long time, since it has a huge number of different functions. However, in light of this review, we're most interested in offline use. It was possible to download map sections in this application before, and more recently the developers added full-fledged navigation and search for objects without an Internet connection. So now Google Maps can be safely used abroad while roaming or in places where an Internet connection is not available.