Google Maps: The everyday map: directions, places, traffic, Street View and satellite. Kakao Map: Popular South Korean map with transit, traffic and road view.
| Google Maps | Kakao Map | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Map Platforms & National Atlases | Map Platforms & National Atlases |
| Coverage | Worldwide | South Korea |
| Updates | Continuously (community edits) | Continuously (community edits) |
| Data source | Google data, partners and user contributions | Kakao |
| Made by | Kakao | |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Account | No account needed | No account needed |
| On phones | Phone app available | Phone app available |
| Map view | Flat map | Flat map |
| Visits from ColorfulMaps | 0 | 0 |
| Open map | Open map |
What you can do with Google Maps
- Directions by car, transit, bike and foot
- Live traffic
- Places, reviews and opening hours
- Street View and satellite layers
What you can do with Kakao Map
- Transit directions
- Live bus locations
- Road view imagery
Summary based on public information. Check each map's website for current features and prices.