Karta GPS - Offline Maps Nav Reviews

by SABiltongHunter

So I really loved the look and feel of KartaGPS when I downloaded it, so based on how it appeared, I spent a whole bunch of money subscribing to traffic and speed cameras and every other option available including buying some voices etc. Big mistake, I did all this assuming that as a navigation app, it would do a good job at that, but it routinely fails that test. Almost without exception I can enter same start and destination in Karta and then 3 or 4 other apps, most using OSM maps, and they will usually all give the same optimum route, but not Karta. In fact I don’t know that it has ever suggested the same route as the other apps. Just today, it wanted me to get off the highway and instead of taking the loop exit to go west, it wanted me to take the east exit and do a U-Turn! I have tried sending examples to technical support but honestly a navigation app has to be good at that before anything else can really matter. If they get that right, this is a winner, I think it is the best overall product for appearance, features etc except for the routing issues, so I hope they figure out their algorithm problems.

by Stevemcam

Just downloaded KartaGPS along with state maps for AZ CA NM UT NV. Typed in an address that I frequently go to, and….. can’t find address. Tried multiple addresses in my town and can’t find any of them. I entered a few random addresses in Phoenix, about 10 miles away and it did find them but could not find my dad’s address in CA. My neighborhood and surrounding areas are 20+ years old so no new streets or numbers. Tried to use the support link on App Store page but it just takes you too a website telling you about the company. So far not impressed.

P.S. if you don’t buy the ad free version, you have to clear a full page Google as before you can navigate.

by Myrhael Angel

I hope you will allow app to work in landscape view as well. I mean it’s work but not as it should be when i put tablet in landscape view.
Karta work offline and just for that i will give 👍🏻 just please read above and make that possible...

by Sawyer B Smith

I use this for travel mostly when I get lost sense I try to keep a map with me. Having bus and train roots would be nice to make things more covenant planing travel, but I can use goggle maps on WiFi when needed. Adding multiple stops would be a nice Feature too. I would even be fine with paying for a upgrade to have alternative travel options.

by Delta232422

This GPS app is descent not great. Basically it an offline gps app that allows the user to use gps without internet connection which is super. Couple things that I found out with KartaGPS . First is that it can’t correctly find the location and it can’t give you a accurate exit routes. The display in KartaGPS to where your doing does not display the exit on the highway, which is super important if your traveling and need to know the exit, not hating but it can help. Second thing I’ve noticed is that KartaGPS can’t show the places that are nearby to stop. Example, say I’m driving and I noticed a place I want to go to but don’t physically want to go inside, I would appreciate it if I could simply click on the place & check important information about the place. Last I definitely would like to see a upgrade to traffic around the area. What I mean is to see if any road blocks, construction or high traffic. There is some good things about KartaGPS that I like and I really would like to everyone that worked on it. Also side note give me better suggestions and places to avoid.

by Noway1123

A good driving directions app if you don’t have internet. I use my iPad with it since I’m one of those people who doesn’t have internet on my phone. Still using a flip phone😲. I used it in the country road, and it did pretty good getting me to my destination. I had to use my own common sense of direction once, but overall it did a good job.

by DraakRene

Like it for being offline. Not the best graphics and accuracy at least the speed limit shows current info. Also zoom in zoom out takes you off road.

by Erichaviland

I drive trucks in tri-state area, and in many places trucks are not allowed on the garden state parkway, but the navigation doesn’t allow for me to remove the parkway as it calculates.

This would be a great option if it could be allowed,
Thank you

by Eric_Hine

I like using Karta GPS and I think it’s a great compared to google maps. What I don’t like is how expensive the add on extensions are which really seem overpriced, especially for traffic and cameras and all of that. I also think that the search results are not always there for what I need. Sometimes if the result is not there, I have to type in the actual address of the places rather than the name of the place which is something that google maps is good at.

by LEO FEITH

I would give KartaGPS 5 stars, which it deserves, however it currently doesn’t support or IT isn’t supported by Apple Car Play like Waze & Sygic. KartaGPS hands down is better than both of them. So I’m waiting patiently for when it comes to being able to be used with Auto Head Units. When that happens; we’ll say a nice eulogy for Stand alone In car Navigation units and their ridiculous over priced costs.

by Juan15Car

It’s nice to have a gps that works without WiFi or service but sometimes when I search an adress that I search in google maps it doesn’t pop up or when I set a address for my home it doesn’t let me because it shows as if it doesn’t exist

by Kashi_Hux

I liked KartaGPS but one star off, because of voice guide was so confusing. On the map it shows correct route that I take first exit to the right but voice guide told me “bear left” lucky I was on the road I already know well.

by MM-User

I have not used much yet but the only issue I have come across with KartaGPS is that you do not have the ability to adjust screen orientation. The ability to have options on how you have a device oriented in a vehicle is a big + so this is disappointing.

by Centella22

I used Karta GPS on my last trip to Cuba. KartaGPS worked perfectly on airplane mode, the turn by turn guides were on the spot. Taxi drivers hate the fact that I knew the exact distance and time - talk about getting a better deal!
Best app ever !!

by Mbls9

The beauty of Karta gps is that you don’t need any data or WiFi for it to work. It functions as a GPS. It gives you the same features and experience as other navigational apps that require data. I don’t have data plan, so I really appreciate having KartaGPS. It updates directions in real time depending on my location. For example if I turn the wrong way, it will provide me with the adjusted route. It gives driving and walking directions. It has support in several languages including Russian. It also has option for different voices ( for the speaker). For additional small fee, it provides traffic info. It has ads but they don’t really interfere with KartaGPS and u can remove them for $2.99. It also makes small beep noises if u are going too fast, which I am guessing is a safety feature(the phone acts as an accelerometer , which is a cool concept). Looks like they don’t share the speed data with any third parties( though who knows) Anyways, if it was not for Karta GPS, I would not be able to drive to new places and to navigate in general. Thumbs up 👍 for Karta GPS!Молодцы ребята, спасибо за такое хорошее приложение.

by Rmaust

I don’t know who Karta gets their maps from, however they are missing some admittedly very rural roads here in Alabama
Aside from the above it’s perfect without eating up data on your cellular plan.

by JamesW13

I’ve used “offline” maps before, with hit and miss results. The one is definitely one of the better ones. The free version has worked great. I used it all over New Zealand, Australia, and Montana - places where you don’t always have good wireless internet connections. Well done team Karta!

by 😍😀😍😀😍😀

It’s awesome! I love it. I don’t have cellular so I don’t have WiFi a lot and when I downloaded KartaGPS it changed everything. I would definitely get it if you are traveling or don’t have cellular like me. Also There are no ads. You might get a pop up once or twice but you can X out of it in a quick second. Yup. Definitely best app I have.

by JayBDawg

I came over this way from Sygic. Sygic has some stability issues and occasionally crashes. Karta seems to echo the simplicity of Apple and Google maps lane guidance. Sygic’s “dynamic” lane guidance is spotty and glitchy. Sygic s features will be innovative once they fix the stability issues but for now it’s annoying. So far karta has no stability issues, lots of fun features, and a beautiful map display. Most importantly, the directions and traffic are accurate and easy to read. Think I found my new goto. You can’t beat the prices and achieve this quality and convenience there are some awesome options that are cheaper but they won’t look as polished and the map data is so precise you’ll never find your location unless you type it exactly as it was written in OSM. This is by and far the cheapest and most convenient package

by Jas11111111111

I came over the border and instantly had problems with my Apple maps app in Vancouver. Got lost without any GPS.
Later that night I downloaded KartaGPS and have only great things to say about it.
Works everywhere between Vancouver and Whistler so far. Haven’t gone beyond that yet.

by Luisluigi639

I find it hard to navigate through KartaGPS because as of right now, the make is about 6 months, maybe more, old. I wish it were updated at least once every three months, this would make it so the map weren’t that old and be up to date with the changes happening on OSM.

by Autumnjohnsonaj

Is always updating . But works with me cause my phone is off and helps me get around very easily but u have to know where u are going and always check u put it in all right