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Re:Ask HN: What are some alternatives to Google maps? by Doctor_Fegg on Sunday September 30, 2018 @01:41PM (#18107241)
There are lots more OSM-based alternatives for particular use cases.

For example, for a mobile app, try OsmAnd or maps.me. There are also 'niche' apps such as MapOut, which is an outdoor-focused iOS mapping app with gorgeous cartography.

Or for bike routing, try https://cycle.travel/map (disclaimer - my site), Komoot, CycleStreets or many others. OSM is historically very strong on walking and cycling, while being less focused than Google on car navigation.

openstreetmap.org itself expressly doesn't aim to be a consumer-facing website; it's principally a portal, community and editing interface for mappers. The OSM philosophy is "we provide the data, you take it and build the apps".

Re:Ask HN: What are some alternatives to Google maps? by devill285 on Sunday September 30, 2018 @03:34PM (#18107929)
I have recently started using a MapTiler which has a great features for a reasonable prices. And also as an osm-based alternative i have to say it has really nice UX. https://www.maptiler.com