Google Maps Go is pre-installed on Android Oreo (Go edition) devices. It is also available on the Play Store. Google Maps Go is separate from the Google Maps app. It’s designed to run quickly and smoothly on devices with limited memory.

Google Maps Go - The Lightweight Map App

Embark on smooth and efficient journeys with Google Maps Go, a streamlined version of the original Google Maps designed for devices with limited memory and lower-end hardware, or regions with constrained data connections. Experience the essential navigation, real-time traffic, and transit information to reach your destination swiftly and with ease.

? Core Features

• Comprehensive Routing: Select the best route with options like two-wheelers, metro, buses, taxis, walking, and ferries. ?️
• Live Transit Schedules: Stay on top of public transport timetables with live city transport updates. ?
• Step-by-Step Directions: Receive detailed guidance with route previews for proactive trip planning. ?
• Real-Time Traffic: Avoid delays with current traffic conditions and efficient route adjustments. ?
• Place Discovery: Unveil new places, local eateries, businesses, and more with a simple search. ?

? Pros

• User-Friendly Interface: Navigate with ease, thanks to a clean design that simplifies trip planning. ?️
• Localized Information: Access schedules for various modes of city transport directly within the app. ?
• Live Updates: Adjust your travel plans on-the-go with real-time traffic and transit data. ?
• Extensive Place Database: Explore reviews, images, and essential details of countless locations. ?
• Favorites List: Effortlessly save and revisit your frequently attended destinations. ?

? Cons

• Limited Offline Function: Unable to download areas for offline navigation. ?
• No Real-Time Sharing: Cannot share your real-time location with others. ?
• Lack of Editing: Editing information about places or reporting data issues is not available. ✏️
• No Customization: Setting home and work addresses or adding private labels is not supported. ?
• Distance Measurement Unavailable: Measuring the distance between places directly in the app is not possible. ?

? Price

Google Maps Go is a free-to-use app, allowing for cost-effective navigation and transit planning without additional financial commitment.

By tailoring to users requiring less data usage and system resources, Google Maps Go ensures that no matter the phone or network strength, you have access to reliable maps and directions.

Whether you're journeying through busy city streets or planning your next adventure, Google Maps Go illuminates the way forward. Download now and let Google Maps Go guide you to your next destination.