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3 open-source alternatives
3 Best Open Source Bing Maps Alternatives in 2026
Looking for an open source Bing Maps alternative? We compared 3 open source offline maps and navigation apps by license, platforms, and maintenance. They replace the consumer map, not the Bing Maps APIs for developers.
Written by Maxime DERAME
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Best Bing Maps alternatives at a glance
| Alternative | Best for | License |
|---|---|---|
| Organic Maps | Simple offline maps, no tracking | Apache-2.0 |
| OsmAnd | Detailed offline maps with route options | GPLv3 application code |
| CoMaps | Community fork of Organic Maps | Apache-2.0 |
How we chose these Bing Maps alternatives
We looked for open-source map apps built on OpenStreetMap data. We verified each project's license, recent activity, stars, and platforms in its repository or on its hosting site. See our methodology for the full criteria.
The apps
Organic Maps is a free offline maps app with trail maps, turn-by-turn navigation, no tracking, and CarPlay and Android Auto support. OsmAnd is an offline-first navigation app with lane guidance, hiking and cycling modes, and GPS track recording. CoMaps is a community fork of Organic Maps and Maps.Me with offline navigation for hiking, biking, and driving.
License details
Organic Maps and CoMaps are Apache-2.0. OsmAnd's application code is GPLv3.
Maintenance status
All three are actively maintained.
Why look for a Bing Maps alternative?
Bing Maps is a proprietary Microsoft service that collects location data and is being folded into other Microsoft products. OpenStreetMap-based apps work offline and track nothing, but they do not offer Bing's traffic, imagery, or business listings.
organicmaps.app
Organic Maps is an Apache-2.0 offline mapping and navigation app for travelers, hikers, cyclists, drivers, and pedestrians, with downloadable maps, turn-by-turn directions, GPX support, and no ads or tracking.
15.7K1.7KApache-2.0
Pricing: Free and open source under Apache-2.0; map data comes primarily from OpenStreetMap.
- Completely offline maps
- No ads, tracking, or mandatory account
- Driving, walking, cycling, hiking, and GPX support
- No equivalent to Google's business database or Street View
- Limited live traffic
- Search depends on open map data
osmand.net
OsmAnd is a GPLv3 mapping and navigation application with offline maps, turn-by-turn routing, GPX recording, contour lines, terrain, custom layers, points of interest, transit data, and extensive configuration.
6.1K1.2KGPLv3 application code
Pricing: Open-source application with optional paid app tiers and features; map data primarily comes from OpenStreetMap.
- Powerful offline maps and routing
- GPX, contours, terrain, and custom layers
- Strong hiking, cycling, driving, and transit features
- More complex interface
- Some resources use separate licenses
- Certain downloads and features may be paid
comaps.app
CoMaps is an Apache-2.0 community-driven mapping and navigation application using OpenStreetMap data, focused on offline use, privacy, transparency, and nonprofit-oriented governance.
2.1K202Apache-2.0
Pricing: Free and open source under Apache-2.0; OpenStreetMap provides the primary map data.
- Offline maps and navigation
- No advertising or tracking focus
- Community governance and OpenStreetMap
- Younger project
- Smaller contributor base
- No Street View and more limited business search
Compare Bing Maps alternatives
| Alternative | Type | License | Offline | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Organic Maps | Maps app | Apache-2.0 | Yes | Everyday navigation |
| OsmAnd | Maps app | GPLv3 | Yes | Hiking and cycling |
| CoMaps | Maps app | Apache-2.0 | Yes | Community-driven maps |
Which one should you choose?
Want simple offline navigation
Organic Maps has no ads or registration and works with CarPlay and Android Auto.
Want detailed hiking and cycling maps
OsmAnd offers lane guidance, GPS track recording, and monthly map updates.