OsmAnd

OsmAnd is a comprehensive offline navigation application that offers detailed, high-quality OpenStreetMap (OSM) data. Perfect for traveling, hiking, and when you're not connected to the internet.

Interface and Usability

The user interface of OsmAnd is simple and intuitive. It displays the map and your location prominently, with easy-to-understand icons and labels. One issue noted by users is that the app does not show the name of the next turn while navigating. Instead, it only displays the name of the current street at the top of the map. This could potentially cause confusion during navigation. Additionally, there's no picture-in-picture mode for multitasking, which can be inconvenient if you need to switch between apps during a trip.

Features and Performance

OsmAnd is packed with robust features that make it a versatile navigation tool. It offers voice and visual offline navigation, lane guidance, and speed limit display, ensuring a smooth journey. The app also allows you to download maps for offline use, a feature that has been lauded by users for its reliability. A user reported being able to download their entire state map and use it offline seamlessly.

Unfortunately, it seems that ending a trip requires going to your status bar and hitting stop. Hitting the back button does not exit the trip. This might be a minor inconvenience for users who prefer simpler controls.

Subscription and Pricing

While OsmAnd does offer free map downloads, it also provides map plans and pro features at an additional cost. However, the basic version of the app does grant the user 7 free map downloads. Some users have expressed a desire for a one-time purchase option that would grant them full access to all maps and features, rather than a subscription model.

In conclusion

OsmAnd is a powerful navigation tool with high-quality offline maps and a range of features. Its interface is user-friendly, albeit with a few quirks in its navigation display and controls. The app's subscription model might not be for everyone, but the free version offers enough functionality for most users.

Pros

• Comprehensive and detailed offline maps
• Robust navigation features
• 7 free map downloads in the basic version

Cons

• Does not display the name of the next turn during navigation
• Lacks a picture-in-picture mode for multitasking
• Subscription model might not appeal to all users

• Widgets redesign: new Look & Feel, group by Pages, change order and combine as you want.

• Hiking / Cycling / Travel routes: tap on the route symbol and get full information about the route.

• Favorite groups: set default appearance for new points in the group

• Fixes: online tile-maps auto-update