GPS BATTLE! BMW MAPS vs WAZE vs GOOGLE MAPS vs APPLE MAPS

[@BeamerView]

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[@tsmith3096]

I really like my BMW map for going places I’m not familiar with. I find I miss less exits and and love how it helps to make sure you’re in the correct lane for your travel.

[@BeamerView]

The correct lane feature is probably my fav part about the BMW Map, esp when it's on the HUD.

[@abpakdeep]

BMW map should be number 1 with Waze on the background for alerts!!

[@BeamerView]

Good idea!

[@farzadghorbani]

can you show how to setup your iphone to have waze show up automatically?

[@BeamerView]

Will do, i'll try to make this a youtube short so it's easier to figure out. But, it's done through the shortcuts automation app on the iphones. On the bottom, 2nd tab (automation) click on that. Then you want to setup a function that works as "When Carplay Connects, (Do) Launch App (Waze)" Best thing ever!

[@ojeeewatnu]

Another advantage of built in BMW nav is that it uses the camera for detection which lane you are driving, and if need to go to another lane an animated arrow is shown in the lane indicator

[@BeamerView]

Good points!

[@defiorem742]

Great video, I would really like to see a video about your preferred driving setup with all of the screens, climate, comfort, and the Waze automation. Keep up the great videos!

[@BeamerView]

Thanks for the idea! I'll be adding that one to the list!!

[@donwilber1628]

Waze has saved my butt many times. I'm gonna disagree with you on Google being the best for accuracy, as I've had quite a few errors and been taken off main roads onto farm trails a couple times. Love the BMW maps, I just wish it had the alerts that Waze has.

[@BeamerView]

Probably depends on the area we're comparing. Yes the alerts are crucial, you could maybe have the map setup on the instrument cluster and have waze running on the center screen to get the best of both worlds!

[@FlyingChief1101]

@@BeamerViewthat’s exactly what I do

[@JSOowens]

@@BeamerViewthe latest update seems to NOT ALLOW both BMW maps and Waze to be running a trip at the same time. If I have a trip programmed in BMW Maps and then start the trip in Waze, the BMW maps now clears. This used to work. Not since the latest update. Am I doing something wrong?

[@armengevorkian5008]

Great video, thank you. I used BMW maps (they are in partnership with TomTom) for many years, and find them the best for navigation, Plus they work in long tunnels - it knows the speed you travel shows the exact position without GPS signal. . Most don't know but the gear box of BMWs uses maps to help selecting right gears too. They don't scream and shout about all the great and advance stuff as many others, just get the s*** done.

[@BeamerView]

Super cool stuff! Great perks that I should've mentioned, also for EVs the BMW map can let you know where you could stop to charge the vehicle as well. But the fact that the map works with the gears is interesting stuff.

[@11Hammers]

I was a diehard Google Maps in my previous non-BMW vehicles but now absolutely love the BMW nav. I travel out of my home area frequently and it’s been stellar. I keep music on the main screen and rely on the HUD for directions. I’d say I’ve only had to pull out Google Maps once or twice.

[@BeamerView]

Good pick! I'll have to give BMW maps another try as time goes on and the map gets improved.

[@mapsnavigation]

@BeamerView ​BMW maps are Here WeGo maps 100% previously called Navteq, previously Nokia maps. Also Garmin uses them​.

[@tom6363]

I surprisingly like BMW maps. The ability to plan my route on the BMW app and then send to the car is very good

[@BeamerView]

That's a great way to use it!

[@kirbydavis3466]

Apple Maps for me. Pro’s..alerts such as speed traps, accidents, lane closures, heads-up display, taps watch for turns, what lane to be in

[@BeamerView]

Good pick, doens't work as well in my area unfortunately.

[@curriegardner6434]

I have to disagree with your rating of BMW Maps… Yes it is not always as accurate as Google Maps, (I use Google Maps if I am having location issues with BMW Maps, but only then) BMW Maps is definitely my number 1, as I particularly love the Heads-Up display. I do not find it distracting while driving. The detail map only pops up just before you need to make a turn and is very accurate and helpful, especially when you are approaching a complicated intersection, with multiple roads converging. As it is right in front of me I can easily navigate through busy traffic or odd intersections without taking my eyes off the road. For me, BMW Maps is number 1, but not perfect…

[@BeamerView]

Great points!

[@I_am_PK]

Google map shows on my instrument cluster just like BMW map. Biggest con is that any map other than BMW is not adaptive to your drive. I have BMW X5 XDrive 50e and I have to use BMW map in the car so I get adaptive drive for e.g. it changes to electric when in the city and gas when on the highway to get best mileage. If I switch to Google map, it will use entire electricity first and then switch completely on gas. Its awful

[@BeamerView]

I've seen google map show up for android users not carplay, unless I did something wrong. I wasn't aware of the fact that the vehicle could change things up like that for hybrid functions w/ using the bmw maps, super cool!!

[@clyde2598]

Wa e defaults to the quickest route which varies depending on traffic. You can actually pick which route you want as it gives you around 3 different routes to pick from.

[@BeamerView]

That's true!

[@theyehsohz]

BMW maps is really good in foreign countries, such as merging into a 5 lane highway and getting all the way across the other side to exit onto another highway with less than two minutes to accomplish this

[@BeamerView]

Good point! Haven't had a chance to use it in a different country, I'm sure there are some things that it could do differently.

[@CDRKenny]

Hey BeamerView 🙌 Is there a way to run both internal BMW nav and Apple Maps together? Here's my problem... I want to use the internal nav so that my car runs in auto e-mode. However, I also need to share my ETA through Apple Maps. When I try to run them together, one cancels the other.... I know I could disable CarPlay, but then I wouldn't be able to listen to music or receive messages through CarPlay. I can't seem to find the answer on any forum... Please help 🙌 and thank you for your videos!!

[@BeamerView]

Thanks! I believe you can, it was tricky but I think if you turn on the apple maps first and then the BMW one both should remain on, might be vice versa.

[@loicpfbernard]

Thanks for your very detailed review. One question please : what about gps feature regarding chagring station. Basically we might use BMW gps who can Better manage battery system and indicate to us when and where we havé to recharge. What is your input on that ? Thanks

[@BeamerView]

Agreed, BMW system is great for EVs and vehicles that require charging since it can point out charging stations that you could stop and charge at. I personally would use it for those trips where you might not be sure if you have enough charge to get to the destination, or maybe for a long trip.

[@jesuis1837]

Noob question.... i have an i4 m50 2023 for 2 weeks now and i'm learning the in's and out's as fast as i can but i don't know what you did to see your arrow on your left on your BMW map with the final flag nor your cam viewing on the dashbooard. Love the Heads up display and use BMW map but it looks like i can make it better.😉

[@BeamerView]

Congrats on the i4, I don't think I changed any setting for the BMW map as I never really use it. The only thing I change is the orientation, which you can do by clicking on the compass icon on the map. I know the M Competition cars have a different interface, so my guess is that's the reason why.

[@dagauniaanditookniet3170]

You can set up the mic on the steering wheel for Siri or Google, So if you push long on the mic Siri will open and you can ask to navigate with Waze,Google or any app you want

[@BeamerView]

That is correct!

[@stevedemirjian8236]

I like the BMW app because of the integration with my X5. However when I get to the destination I can't trust the last turn to the destination. More often than not it tells me to turn in the wrong direction. Another issue is it's not up to date. It couldn't find a street I was trying to get to in Pensacola on a road trip last Spring. I used Goggle maps to get there.

[@BeamerView]

Great points, many that I could relate to!

[@rgwebb2008]

Apple Maps has come a long way but they're almost perpetually fighting that decade or more head start Google and others got on them. The best thing Apple Maps has going for it depends on how invested you are into Apple's other apps. Like being able to quickly pull up a doctor appointment on your calendar to start navigation.

[@BeamerView]

Thats a great perk, hopefully they make it better so appointments like that get synced more often.

[@mapsnavigation]

Have you tried Magic Earth and Tomtom Amigo?

[@BeamerView]

I have not, will check it out!

[@DontEatCream]

How accurate is google maps with its speed trap alerts? Cause if it approaches Waze levels of accuracy, then there’s no reason for me to use Waze anymore

[@BeamerView]

Not as good as Waze, but, I do imagine google maps will catch up to it. I have a feeling since Google owns waze as well that it'll get as good as waze and waze will become obsolete.

[@mapsnavigation]

They are Here Wego maps, exactly the same maps Garmin use. It is the routing engine of BMW navigation which calculates the routes, not the maps.

[@MaxNeal-tl9bd]

I have APPLE Maps #1 in major cities! Google Maps #2 WAZE #3 BMW #4

[@BeamerView]

Good order!

[@ltcwinger3123]

Do you have recommendations for the i8 screen protector that minimizes fingerprints?

[@BeamerView]

I would go with one of these, go with the one that has the best reviews - amzn.to/3McHiCJ I personally thought about getting one, but just decided to keep a microfiber cloth in the car and just give it a wipe here and there.

[@bryandsouza9905]

I have a 2024 X5 40i and the view doesn’t show up in the center display automatically? Why ?

[@BeamerView]

You have to change the content screen to a different one such as "Map" For your vehicle I believe if you click on the hamburger button on the steering wheel near the multimedia controls, you want to click on that and select the MAP content screen. Then when you begin and enter a navigation and go, it should show on that center screen.

[@bryandsouza9905]

@@BeamerView thanks very much

[@highendtrends3508]

How do I get my apps on my BMW? I download the My BMW app and I don’t have any apps. I would at least like the weather app because me and the wife do allot of road trips plz help. I have watched a ton of your videos and wasted a ton of gas’s sitting in the truck with it running

[@BeamerView]

You may need to update your subscription or setup a driver profile in order for it to show.

[@Dactylonian]

What about ABRP? :) We like our i4 in-car route planner. I like how Apple Maps shows charging locations but overall reliability is awful. Google Maps loves routing me on back roads. Waze is good for all-around awareness of traffic and alerts so I like the social aspect of it. Hope you’re enjoying your new car!

[@BeamerView]

Never used ABRP! We'll have to test that one out, thanks for mentioning it. Great points mentioned as well. Loving the new car, it's only been about a month and I already got more than 2000 miles on it =)

[@sgcrockett1]

How did you get to the screen where you could choose between the various maps?

[@BeamerView]

That should be in apple carplay

[@der.charttechniker]

Same thoughts as you about the Navigation Systems 👍🏼

[@BeamerView]

Thanks for backing me up!! =)

[@tomc3723]

Apple Maps does alert you to police, traffic cams, traffic along your route and possible ways around it.

[@BeamerView]

Doesn't work the best in my area.

[@davesax11]

Apple maps shows in the heads up display. When programs take you on detours its due to heavy traffic.Programs cannot anticipate changes or extra delays due to traffic light cycles. Clarify running Waze in the background for alerts thru carplay and other programs on top.

[@BeamerView]

Apple maps will show the arrows but not the full map like the BMW one. Still useful as the arrows are probably the most important piece. Thanks for sharing!

[@RobinBarth-q3h]

How do you connect Waze with your CarPlay? Thanks..

[@BeamerView]

Should auto connect as long as the app is updated.

[@Ldlax40]

Can you run Waze in the background while you are using BMW maps on the heads up display?

[@I_am_PK]

I don't think so.. 1 navigation system at a time.

[@verynick]

You can but you have to run BMW map on your HU or instrument cluster and have Waze run though your Apple CarPlay on your main screen (above climate control)

[@I_am_PK]

@@verynick don't know how you do that.. my 2025 BMW X5 doesn't do that. I see all maps everywhere but can't run 2 simultaneously

[@BeamerView]

You can, it's a little tricky. You basically have to have BMW maps activated and then have it set on your HUD or Instrument cluster, then you can keep Waze open on the center screen and that should do it. I have seen waze remain on in the background without it being on screen. But would not rely on it that way. If you want to activate both GPS and have them nav at the same time, I believe you can, but you have to begin navigation in Waze first I believe and then do it on your BMW map to have both running at the same time.

[@I_am_PK]

@@BeamerView is this for apple car play or Android Auto?

[@uspnightfire115]

Hopefully BMW will update their software so Google Maps can run on the gauge cluster. I have a 2022 Volvo XC60 Recharge for my commuter car and both Apple Maps and Google Maps show up on the gauge cluster area. It actually took an update from Volvo for the Apple Maps to show up there while the Google Maps showed up there for over a year now

[@BeamerView]

Yes I also have a hard time understanding why CarPlay is able to fully support apple maps but not google maps. On android auto, google maps works fully and completely fine. So yes hopefully they do release an update for that!

[@Sunshine-72]

My bmw when we start it for the first time like from over night setting It starts then sort of dies then starts right back up then it’s fine for the rest of the time. This happens everyday. Is this a setting problem or something else?

[@BeamerView]

Not normal, may need to get the battery checked.

[@Sunshine-72]

@ it’s crazy in the cold weather doesn’t have a problem but it gets warm weather and it does that.

[@carbide1]

BMW does have alerts but only fixed cameras in the UK. You have to pay £25.00 per year.

[@BeamerView]

Good point!!

[@jmalzone]

I’m 70 and use WAZE always. My kids all use google maps. I always arrive to the destination before them. And not just by a minute or two. I’ve arrived 20 minutes to an hour before them depending on the distance.

[@BeamerView]

Thanks for the input, might depend on where you live. I'm near the Boston area in the USA and have found google maps to be the most reliable and consistent, I would still say Waze is the fastest but I do see myself taking a ton of back roads in order to get there.

[@anthonyferrara2222]

I have a 2019 BMW 330xi. I’ve used Apple play in the car before. About a month ago I went back to using the I drive. Now I want to go back to Apple play and it would let me. Is there a chance I deleted Apple car play from the car?

[@BeamerView]

You may just have to reboot the car by holding down the volume button on the dashboard for 30 secs (have the engine on too) see if that works, if not then I would check on BMW's connected drive website to see if the subscription is not active for some reason.

[@anthonyferrara2222]

@@BeamerView ok. Thank you.

[@bobhickerson5928]

Just took a 10 hour drive to Hilton Head SC in my 2024 BMW X5 50E with my iPhone in my pocket. Pretty simple to go south on i95 from Northern VA , didn’t need navigation of any kind, but my iPhone got hot, depleted my iPhone battery and Verizon charged me $15 because it used up my data plan. Apparently Apple car play runs in the background every time drive the car. How the heck do I turn off maps running in the background without disabling the ability to answer the phone or respond to texts that come in?

[@BeamerView]

Late to your comment, you should be able to close the app and prevent it from running in the background.

[@mapsnavigation]

Only Apple can do this. Only in America people get charged astronomical prices for using a few MB of data like this would be life-saving plasma.

[@HerwigVercauteren]

I am living in Flanders (Belgium). Here the BMW-GPS-system fails (my BMW X1 was delivered mid October 2023). Though we are Dutch-speaking the instructions for highway numbers is sometimes given in French and some road numbers are given in German (Belgium has these 3 official languages !). BMW Belgium has been noticed several times but cannot (or does not want) to solve the problem ! It is a real shame for a company like BMW ! 😤🙄

[@BeamerView]

Agreed, they aren't a GPS focus company like google would be, kinda late with the updates too.

[@TommyAngello85]

What are those red buttons on the steering wheel?

[@dd-dd2co]

Rocket Launchers.

[@BeamerView]

LOL

[@BeamerView]

They are known as M1 and M2 buttons. For BMW M series vehicles those can be programmed to have a custom feel to the vehicle. Say for example for M1 i have it set to everything comfort (steering, suspension, engine) and M2 i have it set for maximum sportiness.

[@TommyAngello85]

@@BeamerView Thanks

[@tikycz8261]

Bruh yes Apple Maps can tell u the speed traps but users who use the app navigation should start making them. I’m Apple Maps user and I hate that no one is using it in my country. I would love to just go from point A to point B and see the hazards and speed traps etc. Edit: and for me the design of a Apple Maps is more usable then google or Waze

[@BeamerView]

Good points! Agreed here not enough people use Apple maps, I've found it mess up my directions a couple times too to be honest.

[@simo67946]

Head up display works with waze & Google maps on mine 2019 330i

[@BeamerView]

Good to know, the directions work but not the full map like you can with BMW maps.

[@simo67946]

@@BeamerView yeh correct I get the arrows on the head up 👍🏻

[@theinsuranceoffice-tomsaal9184]

Can you make one showing how to add different / more apps to the BMW screen?

[@BeamerView]

Should be pretty straight forward, ad the end of the widget screen there should be a + button where you can add some.

[@SheehanLAD]

Keen to see the automations! Just put an order in for the new 5 series

[@BeamerView]

Will do a separate video on this!

[@thomaspaul7705]

I used Google Maps but went back to BMWs own map as, to me, it is way more precise and helpful (lanes, exits).

[@BeamerView]

Good to know! Yes lanes and exits, probably the best!

[@kermicgreen3370]

Does Apple Maps show up on the heads-up display?

[@BeamerView]

For vehicles with Carplay yes, only directions to the next turn, not the full map like you would with the BMW navigation.

[@kermicgreen3370]

@@BeamerView thanks for the info 😁

[@larryblackburn9225]

This has nothing to do with maps lol...I have a 2022 840i coupe how do I get my ventilated seats to work? all I get is heat thanks

[@BeamerView]

Haha, all good. So if you're vehicle has ventilated seats you should see a fan picture on the same heated seat button, that first confirms you have the option to begin with. Then once you press it, you'll see another screen pop up on the center display, that you turn off the Heated Seat, and turn ON the cooling seats.

[@larryblackburn9225]

@@BeamerView Thank you

[@dd-dd2co]

Really depends on the country too. Where I'm from I find that Waze works best.

[@BeamerView]

Good to know!

[@gracelacolla2420]

13:37 bmw x3; how do I get my android phone voice on my car?

[@BeamerView]

Try pressing and holding the voice command button, you have to be connected to android auto first.

[@DJExcal]

within 2 weeks i will get my brand new 330D :-) thank you for your vidz !!

[@BeamerView]

Hope you enjoy it! Worth the wait!!

[@DJExcal]

@@BeamerViewhad to wait 3 months 😬

[@Evolution602]

@@DJExcal how are u enjoying the car ??

[@DJExcal]

@@Evolution602 the car is incredible ! i love to drive it. the 286hp and 650NM is so addictive :-) but i love to cruise in the 330d, its like gliding over the road :-)

[@LarryTanner]

I would be interested in a Waze automation video.

[@BeamerView]

Will do one separately!

[@hunterridley73]

I use Google maps one time in the country it got me lost didn't know where it was wrong address even though we was the right one so I switch back to Waze typing in the exact same address and he got me to my destination Google let me down maps

[@BeamerView]

May depend on which area then. Google maps own waze too so it may be a small glitch that happend with google.

[@Mjy233]

Apple Maps has alerts as well. this video is outdated

[@BeamerView]

It does, but no where near as good as Waze, even google maps, at least in my area.

[@ryanmatthew511]

BMW is the only stock system I prefer way more than CarPlay

[@BeamerView]

Good choice!

[@kevinranders]

I wish the AR guidance worked on google maps or apple maps. I love it so stick with BMW nav most otherwise it is wasted money

[@BeamerView]

Agreed! Hopefully they include that in the future!

[@ogabner]

For city’s with lost of expressways Wyze is the one to go !

[@BeamerView]

Agreed!

[@KingofGreats23]

What car are you in?

[@BeamerView]

25 m4 comp.

[@sharenrivera]

I didn’t know you can run both Waze and BMW maps at the same time.

[@BeamerView]

You can!

[@Suhailmaster58]

Waze is good. If you not using it how are you benefiting other users? Waze asks you to confirm objects police camera etc.

[@BeamerView]

Agreed, I personally use it the most as mentioned, mostly on my daily commutes.

[@truthwins6650]

💯 agree

[@BeamerView]

Thanks!

[@richardhermann42]

BMW maps had more updated traffic than Google or Apple in my experience

[@BeamerView]

Good to know, may depend on which areas we're in. Mine usually updates every 4 months.

[@shpazhist]

1. IMHO, BMW maps is the best (due to integration, obviously) 2. Google Maps 3. Waze 4. AppleMaps? What’s that?😂

[@BeamerView]

Good points!

[@ThomasBaker-q4u]

Rarely has WAZE messed me up…

[@BeamerView]

It does fine, it just take me through too many back roads, I do live in Massachusetts so that could be a large reason why.

[@arainla]

Hate that dashboard….sadly I have it in my 2024 M440i Gran Coupe. The rest of the interior colors and steering wheel are exquisite.

[@BeamerView]

Right!?

[@VickiStokes]

Apple map directions show on HUD also.

[@BeamerView]

Directions yes, full map no.

[@alhit007]

I have a X5 45e and can run Google Maps and BMW maps at the same time so best 😊of both worlds,

[@BeamerView]

Good point!

[@csl350]

#1 for me is Waze, I hate getting stuck in traffic! BMW navigation I tested it around town, it takes you the long way!

[@BeamerView]

Agreed, love waze for my daily commutes.

[@ChestRockwell-v1q]

My BMW 2024 X 5 maps is 💩, It works at times and at times I'm on the other side of town. WAZE is #1

[@BeamerView]

Good choice!

[@VitaliiTrofymenko]

What’s the point. Only waze properly shows speed cameras. If you don’t need speed cameras info you don’t need a bmw

[@BeamerView]

True! Waze seems to be the best with any alerts!

[@mapsnavigation]

Try Tomtom Amigo. In Europe is spot on for traffic and speed cameras, including mobile and section/average speed.

[@dianahenderson267]

My BMW map cant even get me to my house! Sad.

[@BeamerView]

Not a fan of it!

[@mattlippiatt1273]

I've played around with bmw map Google and waze. Each have their advantages and disadvantages. Google has been my go to just because i like the satellite view layout.

[@BeamerView]

Yes love the sat view!

[@jmsGL13]

Thanks for this interesting video. My car: 2024 BMW X1 (UK) iDrive 9 navigation system. The worst BMW navigation system I've ever used, it sends me on rubbish unnecessary roads adding time and frustration to almost every journey, no matter what I change in settings. It all looks good and interactive but I think BMW has based their idrive9 navigation systems on UK maps from WW2 when we moved road signs to confuse the enemy! I have mentioned my frustration to my BMW salesman who agrees with me and told me he normally uses WAZE. Unbelievable - spend £50k on a car today yet I had better navigation guidance 15 years ago with a £50 Garmin!

[@BeamerView]

Yes, not a fan of the BMW maps!!