Comparing the two navigation apps to help you pick the right one for Iceland.
| Google Maps | Road.is | |
|---|---|---|
| Description | Essential for road trips around Iceland, including Ring Road routing and locating gas stations, campsites, and attractions. | Official Icelandic Road Administration app providing real-time road conditions, closures, and F-road status. |
| Essential? | Yes | Yes |
| Pro Tip | Download offline maps before leaving Reykjavik. Cell coverage disappears quickly in the highlands or remote fjords. | F-roads require a 4WD and are only open seasonally. Always check Road.is before planning any inland route. |
| App Store | Download | Download |
| Play Store | Download | Download |
We recommend Google Maps for navigation in Iceland. Download offline maps before leaving Reykjavik. Cell coverage disappears quickly in the highlands or remote fjords.
