Maps++

Pros

• The program can generate directions from one location to another.
• Provides information on businesses and landmarks from the Google Maps API.
• All maps are detailed and easy to navigate on a manual basis.

Cons

• The software doesn't actually offer GPS navigation.
• Zoom function doesn't work properly in some instances.
• Users may consider the software redundant due to Google Maps.

Maps App harnesses the power of the Google Maps API for various purposes. For that reason, users might mistake the software for Google Maps at first. The software features a large amount of useful information and a couple major disadvantages. Most Windows users should find the entire experience quite familiar. Millions of people use Google Maps for GPS navigation after all. Does familiarity make this program worth downloading?

Detailed Maps With Tons of Information and Features

After launching the program, Maps App greets users with a map of the country they live in. A search bar allows people to search specific locations and generate directions between locations. Dragging the map changes its location and displays new information for that particular location. By using certain toggles, users can generate weather information or display satellite views of locations.

A Gigantic Database With Business Listings and Contact Information

Likewise, Maps App offers Street View directly from the Google Maps API. Information on millions of businesses is available within the software. Users can search for businesses, points of interest, and more within the program. This means contact information for listings is readily accessible during a search. Without a doubt, few programs provide such a comprehensive database of businesses and locations across the globe.

Turn-By-Turn Directions With No GPS Whatsoever

As previously mentioned, Maps App generates directions from Point A to Point B. That feature is ripped straight from Google Maps, but there's no GPS navigation here. Directions can be screenshotted or printed for reference later on. For obvious reasons, a lack of GPS navigation makes this program a hard sell for Windows users. Most people wouldn't use their laptop for GPS navigation, so the exclusion makes sense.

No Issues With Performance Or Features

Everything looks and runs well on the Maps App. Since Google Maps essentially powers the software, users shouldn't expect anything else. Other features include biking and walking directions and topography maps. Performance is excellent on most Windows PCs, and the program rarely suffers from bugs or unexpected crashes. Plus, Maps App includes a couple of useful additions on top of the Google Maps API like the local weather forecast.

The Final Verdict On The Maps App

Unfortunately, the average user should stick with Google Maps or another full-fledged GPS navigation app. Maps App doesn't include enough extra features to make that lacking feature worth giving up. Most people use map programs exclusively for turn-by-turn navigation or planning trips. For that reason, Maps App is a niche software that most people won't choose over Google Maps or their app of choice.

Pros

• The program can generate directions from one location to another.
• Provides information on businesses and landmarks from the Google Maps API.
• All maps are detailed and easy to navigate on a manual basis.

Cons

• The software doesn't actually offer GPS navigation.
• Zoom function doesn't work properly in some instances.
• Users may consider the software redundant due to Google Maps.