WAZE - ANALYSIS (Draft 2)


When comparing Waze’s navigation to Google Maps, it is superior. However, Google Maps offers a wider range of unique features which proves useful. Users should use both applications to have the best spectrum of features and functions.

Waze is the only mobile navigation application that relies on its social network to better receive traffic updates. With the live traffic updates, it automatically reroutes commuters away from traffic jams. It will perform better than Google Maps in a city with heavy traffic. In comparison, Google Maps usually keeps users on the main road rather than divert them to smaller roads even though the applications know there will be heavy traffic at which roads. Google Maps users have the option to reroute or remain status quo, rather than go through small roads just to be two minutes faster.

However Google Maps provides not only driver navigation but multiple navigational transport options. According to the article “Google Maps vs. Waze”, Google Maps provides users with all sorts of navigation methods “by driving, by biking, walking, and even using public transportation.”  This function provides wider coverage which can attract a larger pool of users.

Waze does not have any other features than those mentioned. In contrast, Google Maps has a rich amount of functions, making it an excellent application. It has lane designation whereby it shows users which lane should they be on. It also lets users glance at traffic maps, public transit lines, satellite photos, and terrain maps. There is an explore function which allows users to view nearby restaurants, cafes, ATMs etc.

In conclusion, Waze has an exceptional navigational system which heavily relies on its social network while Google Maps has a decent navigational system but has a wide spread of useful features. Thus users will enjoy an increase in productivity if they use both applications.   



References

Lee, J. (2017, May 4). Waze vs Google Maps: Which App Will Navigate Home Faster.

About Waze. (2017). Retrieved from

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