# Simple OSM Viewer

> Open street maps and OpenTOPO viewer with drag, zoom, and my location options

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.applikationsprogramvara.osmviewer](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.applikationsprogramvara.osmviewer)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.applikationsprogramvara.osmviewer`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** mspnr
- **Category:** MAPS\_AND\_NAVIGATION
- **Downloads:** 137,004
- **Rating:** 4.30 / 5 (765 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.8.125-10-26
- **Last updated:** 2025-11-02
- **First published:** 2019-12-20
- **Publisher country:** DE
- **Size:** 9.75 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.applikationsprogramvara.osmviewer)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/7432139e-116e-493e-b268-b4dadaec7f5e](https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/7432139e-116e-493e-b268-b4dadaec7f5e)

## Description

Simple OSM Viewer is a straightforward Chrome extension designed for effortless browsing of OpenStreetMap and OpenTOPO maps. Users can navigate the maps with intuitive drag and zoom gestures or utilize zoom buttons for precise scale adjustments. The extension offers seamless switching between classic OpenStreetMap and detailed OpenTOPO map views, enhancing your map experience.

Additionally, Simple OSM Viewer includes a "follow my location" feature to stay oriented on the map. Built on the OSMDroid library, it caches displayed maps enabling offline accessibility. The extension is open source under the MIT license and available at https://github.com/applikationsprogramvara/osmv.

## Rankings

- #191,148 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `com.applikationsprogramvara.osmviewer.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Simple OSM Viewer is praised for its lightweight, fast, and detailed OpenStreetMap display, which excels in showing footpaths and routes important for walkers and cyclists. Users appreciate its simplicity and offline caching of recently viewed maps. However, common drawbacks include the absence of a search function, lack of map rotation or compass support, and no ability to preload maps for full offline use. Some desire a stable GPS location marker and additional usability features. Overall, it serves well as a straightforward map viewer without unnecessary complexity.

### Pros

- Simple, clean, and fast-loading OpenStreetMap viewer without unnecessary features.
- Shows detailed maps including footpaths, bridleways, and tracks that other map apps like Google Maps lack.
- Small storage footprint and caches maps for offline use as they are viewed.
- Easy and intuitive to navigate and understand with an uncluttered user interface.
- Useful for walking and cycling, helping users know their location and plan routes effectively.

### Cons

- Lack of a search feature to quickly locate places on the map is frequently noted.
- No map rotation or compass to orient the map according to the user's facing direction.
- Does not support preloading or downloading maps for complete offline use; users need mobile data to load maps initially.
- The GPS location indicator arrow swings wildly; some users would prefer a stable location dot.
- Missing features like saving spots or a quick access OSM legend for better map understanding.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.applikationsprogramvara.osmviewer)