Drivers asked which is best out of Waze, Apple Maps and Google Maps and pretty much everyone had the same answer
Published on Nov 14, 2025 at 5:31 PM (UTC-5)
by Daisy Edwards
Last updated on Nov 14, 2025 at 5:31 PM (UTC-5)
Edited by
Emma Matthews
When drivers were asked to choose the best navigation app out of Waze, Apple Maps, and Google Maps, the internet had plenty to say, and one answer came up again and again.
A Reddit thread full of UK drivers turned into a heated debate about which navigation app really works best on British roads.
From city commuters to countryside drivers across the UK, everyone had their own experiences and frustrations to share.
And by the end of it, one app had clearly driven off with the win.
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Apple Maps and Google Maps still have fans
When British drivers were asked to share their favorite navigation app tech and why they love them, fierce debate broke out.
Plenty of drivers said they still use Apple Maps or Google Maps for certain things.
One commenter on the post wrote:
“Searchability is better on Google Maps than Waze. So if you don’t already know the exact address of your destination, Google Maps makes finding that place easier.”
“I use Apple Maps about 80 percent of the time. Waze beats it for a couple of things, but Apple Maps is much better than it used to be,” added another user.
Others said Google Maps feels more reliable when you do not know the area at all.
“If I don’t have a clue where I’m going, I’ll use Google Maps,” one driver admitted.
Still, most people agreed that while both Apple and Google have their strengths, there is one app that goes further when it comes to live accuracy and real-world driving.
There is only one Waze to the pole position
When it comes to the one navigation app to rule them all, everyone had one favorite.
“Waze by a mile. Mobile speed cameras are reported within seconds, and having a permanent speedo is a godsend when on unfamiliar roads,” one driver said.
“Better reporting, traffic, and routing than Google Maps. It also lets me use it without having to input a destination,” another user added.
After hundreds of comments, the verdict was clear: when UK drivers were asked which navigation app is best, almost everyone gave the same answer – Waze.
Daisy is a technology and automotive journalist covering artificial intelligence, consumer tech, Apple news, cryptocurrency, emerging technologies, and transportation innovation. Since joining the team in 2025, she has reported on everything from AI-powered startups and major iOS updates to viral car stories and the latest developments shaping transportation and the digital economy. Drawing on her background in automotive journalism and a degree in History and Journalism from Goldsmiths, University of London, Daisy specializes in breaking down complex topics into clear, engaging reporting for a global audience. Her work spans cutting-edge technology, innovative vehicles, and the people driving change across both industries. Daisy has gained first-hand access to some of the world's most talked-about technologies and innovators, including meeting Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot during its first European appearance in London. She has also discussed the future of space exploration with an astronaut, bringing unique insights and real-world perspectives to her coverage of emerging technology.
