Head-to-head · 2026

HERE WeGo vs Google Maps

HERE WeGo is a European alternative to Google Maps — same consumer products use case, built under EU data-protection law.

By the EU Alternatives team Last updated

European alternative
HERE WeGo logo
HERE WeGo
Netherlands

Navigate effortlessly with offline maps, turn-by-turn directions, and real-time traffic. Find optimal routes for car, public transport, cycling, or walking.

Jurisdiction
EU / EEA
GDPR by default
Yes
US CLOUD Act exposure
No
Open source
No
Free tier
No
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Non-EU
Google Maps logo
Google Maps
Google · US

Google Maps by Google.

Jurisdiction
US
GDPR by default
Requires DPA + TIA
US CLOUD Act exposure
Yes
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Why choose HERE WeGo over Google Maps?

The decisive argument is data jurisdiction. Google Maps is headquartered in US, which means personal data processed through it can be subject to non-EU legal regimes — the US CLOUD Act, FISA 702, or similar laws depending on the provider. After the 2020 Schrems II ruling, EU organisations must carry out a transfer impact assessment for every such data flow.

HERE WeGo removes that overhead. As a Netherlands-based provider, it operates natively under GDPR, and data stays inside the EU/EEA by default. For regulated sectors — health, public administration, finance — that's not a nice-to-have but a requirement. For everyone else, it's concentration-risk insurance: you avoid depending on a single non-EU jurisdiction that can change the rules without warning.

Frequently asked questions

Is HERE WeGo a good alternative to Google Maps?
Yes — HERE WeGo is one of the top-ranked European alternatives to Google Maps in our directory, covering the same consumer products use case. It is headquartered in Netherlands, keeping your data under EU law by default.
What's the main difference between HERE WeGo and Google Maps?
The biggest difference is jurisdiction: HERE WeGo is based in Netherlands and operates under GDPR and EU data-protection law, while Google Maps is headquartered in US and may transfer data outside the EU. For regulated industries or organisations following Schrems II guidance, this difference is decisive.
Is HERE WeGo GDPR-compliant?
HERE WeGo is a European company based in Netherlands, so GDPR compliance is the default operating model — not a bolt-on. No transfer impact assessment is required for EU customers, unlike when using Google Maps.
How do I migrate from Google Maps to HERE WeGo?
Start by exporting your data from Google Maps (most providers offer an export in their settings). Then import into HERE WeGo using its native import tool or migration guide. Running both in parallel for a week catches any feature or workflow gaps before you fully switch.

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