Used Offline Maps for Windows?
Editors’ Review
Download.com staff
Pros
- Provides immediate access to offline map data, which can be very handy when planning a journey in advance or needing a printable map for later use.
- It's user-friendly, offering features similar to Google Maps, so if you've used that before, you'll feel right at home.
- Besides standard street views, it also offers topographical maps – an excellent feature if you're heading out for hiking or off-road adventures.
- Driving routes between two separate destinations are easily provided and layers can be added for more detailed information about specific locations.
- The application is lightweight on system resources and won't hog your memory like some other map services.
Cons
- While its simplicity may appeal to many users, those seeking advanced mapping functions might find it lacking compared to fully-featured alternatives.
- The ability to plot a route between two destinations could be improved with options such as multiple stops or alternate routes.
- As the maps are offline, real-time traffic updates aren't available – something you might miss if you're used to online navigation apps.
- Although this software works with most older Windows systems, compatibility with newer operating systems has not been explicitly mentioned - keep your fingers crossed!
- Last but not least - even though it does offer layering of maps for depth in viewing certain locations, having additional layer options would have sweetened the deal further!
