Waze Navigation & Live Traffic

Name: Waze Navigation & Live Traffic
Rating: 4.8 (3184122 reviews)
Author: Waze Inc.

By: Waze Inc. App

Avoid traffic, police, hazards

Overview

Version:

5.22.0.1

Last updated: 2026-08-03

Features & Capabilities

Know what's ahead on the road with Waze's live map powered by reports from millions of drivers. It delivers GPS navigation, real-time traffic updates, and safety alerts to help you reach destinations confidently.

Benefits include accurate ETAs with automatic rerouting, lane guidance, toll avoidance, police and hazard alerts, gas prices and EV charging stations along the route, parking options near your destination, voice-guided navigation in multiple languages, and CarPlay support. You can also share road reports to help others navigate safely.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Navigation & Mapping Privacy & Security

By:

Waze Inc.

Rating:

4.80

(3,184,122) 1,658 new ratings

Version:

5.22.0.1 Last updated: 2026-08-03

Version code:

889186395

Creation date:

2009-08-01

Compatible devices:

Size:

223.21MB

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-10

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 119 ▼ 4

Other rankings

#1 in Essential Navigation Apps

#11 in The Best Apps for Roadtrips

#1 in navigation keyword 11

#1 in waste keyword 2

#2 in traffic keyword 46 ▼ 1

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Developed by:

Waze Inc.

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/waze-navigation-live-traffic/id323229106

Website:

http://www.waze.com

User Reviews

User reviews consistently praise Waze for its strong traffic avoidance, reliability, and global usability, with many calling it the best navigation app and a lifesaver. The app is lauded for warning about traffic and offering alternate routes, sometimes saving time and tickets. However, several recurring drawbacks appear: data accuracy problems (closed ramps, misreported traffic) that can trigger unnecessary detours; automatic rerouting with little control; and safety features that limit input while driving, which frustrate users. Overall, users love it but want better data, opt-out rerouting, and less friction with input while driving.

Pros

Widely praised as the best navigation/GPS app.
Excellent ability to avoid traffic and save time.
Works well across multiple regions/continents (US, Europe, Asia).
Lifesaver and essential driving tool.
Free app.

Cons

Data accuracy issues, especially with road closures and wrong detours (blocked ramps, construction).
Automatic rerouting to save a few minutes with little or no opt-out control.
Safety feature that prevents typing or entering destinations while driving, causing friction and safety concerns.
Traffic indicators can be misleading (orange/busy roads shown when they’re not actually congested).