# Maps, Navigation & Directions > Find routes offline and nearby places after calls Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/maps.GPS.offlinemaps.FreeGPS](https://chrome-stats.com/d/maps.GPS.offlinemaps.FreeGPS) ## Overview - **ID:** `maps.GPS.offlinemaps.FreeGPS` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Universal Nav - **Category:** MAPS\_AND\_NAVIGATION - **Downloads:** 8,713,812 - **Rating:** 4.04 / 5 (14,115 ratings) - **Version:** 1.71 - **Last updated:** 2026-07-22 - **First published:** 2019-05-23 - **Publisher country:** US - **Size:** 69 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-11 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=maps.GPS.offlinemaps.FreeGPS) - **Website:** [https://www.inspireitllc.com](https://www.inspireitllc.com/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://navigateuniverse.blogspot.com/2019/03/privacy-policy.html](https://navigateuniverse.blogspot.com/2019/03/privacy-policy.html) ## Description Maps, Navigation & Directions is a fast, free offline maps app that brings turn-by-turn voice guidance, route planning and worldwide maps to your pocket. Use detailed offline routes for driving, biking or public transit, access Street View, satellite layers and maps for all seven continents, and compare alternate routes to avoid delays. Core navigation tools include GPS tracking, location history, traffic alerts, voice directions, and an offline transit mode for transfers and pedestrian guidance. Built for travelers and daily commuters, the app combines practical sensors — digital compass, altimeter, speedometer and satellite view — with utilities like an area calculator, offline weather & UV index and a GPS driving alarm. The after-call quick access screen jumpstarts navigation tasks so you can act instantly, even with limited data. Download Maps, Navigation & Directions to explore and navigate confidently offline. ## Rankings - #15,783 — Overall - #45 — Maps and navigation (Free) ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS` - `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NOTIFICATION_POLICY` - `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.ANSWER_PHONE_CALLS` - `android.permission.BATTERY_STATS` - `android.permission.CALL_PHONE` - `android.permission.CAMERA` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE` - `android.permission.HIGH_SAMPLING_RATE_SENSORS` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.MANAGE_OWN_CALLS` - `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS` - `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.READ_BASIC_PHONE_STATE` - `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS` - `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED` - `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `android.permission.WRITE_CONTACTS` - `com.amazon.privacypass.ATTEST` - `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE` - `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE` - `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` - `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES` - `maps.GPS.offlinemaps.FreeGPS.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` ## Review summary Users report a useful navigation app that makes finding places fast and easy, and offers strong navigation. However, frequent ads, invasive permission prompts, and occasional functionality failures (e.g., no maps or redirecting to Google Maps) significantly detract from the experience. A cluttered UI and some outdated aspects add to the frustration. Overall, the app is valued for its navigation ability but is held back by ads, privacy concerns, and reliability issues. ### Pros - Easy to understand and user-friendly navigation interface. - Finds places quickly with fast and accurate results. - Powerful, efficient navigation tool that users find helpful. - Generally useful and reliable for planning routes and getting around. ### Cons - Endless ads and intrusive advertising that disrupts usage. - Intrusive permission requests and privacy concerns (location, mic, calls, etc.). - Some users report the app not working or just launching Google Maps instead. - Confusing UI with too many icons and occasional outdated elements. ## Similar extensions and apps - [GPS Navigation Maps Directions](https://chrome-stats.com/d/navigation.location.maps.finder.directions.gps.gpsroutefinder) — 13,688,559 users, 3.98 / 5 - [GPS Navigation & Maps- Offline](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.andro.gps.maps.navigation.routefinder.streetview.earthmap) — 77,060 users, 4.33 / 5 - [GPS, Offline Maps & Directions](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.maps.navigation.offlinemaps.traffic.gps.location.directions) — 4,195,462 users, 4.34 / 5 - [GPS Navigation-Maps Directions](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.infinityapps.gps.location.navigation.route.maps) — 1,026,107 users, 4.23 / 5 - [GPS Maps - Location Navigation](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.live.earth.gps.map.navigationstreet.map) — 138,564 users - [Offline Maps: GPS Navigation](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.offline.routemaps.gps.directionfinder.free) — 1,406,897 users, 3.72 / 5 - [Offline Route Maps](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.stech.offlinemaps.navigation.routemaps.gps.track.history.city.guide.driving.directions) — 236,210 users, 4.00 / 5 - [Offline Maps, GPS Directions](https://chrome-stats.com/d/gps.maps.navigation.offlinemaps.drivingdirections) — 5,384,436 users, 3.36 / 5 - [GPS Maps and GPS Directions](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.live.earth.gps.map.navigationstreet.livestreetview) — 3,589,680 users - [Offline Maps - Route Planner](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.routeplanner.gps.offlinemaps) — 2,396,084 users, 4.09 / 5 - [GPS, Maps, Driving Directions](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.maps.voice.navigation.traffic.gps.location.route.driving.directions) — 104,193,175 users, 4.01 / 5 - [GPS Maps Navigation](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.hinam.gps.navigation.routefinder) — 76,981 users --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/maps.GPS.offlinemaps.FreeGPS)