RV navigation (Device or app)
First, is using google maps for RV navigation a no-no?
If so, is there a good app to use or do you have to get a device?
If so, is there a good app to use or do you have to get a device?
Forum Discussion
- Yes, Google Maps works fine.
Use common sense and pay attention to the road (and signs) but otherwise, no issues.
It's pretty much the most up to date map available as it's updated live constantly. It shows traffic, accidents and other issues that a stand alone GPS won't.
If you will be in remote areas, you can download an area of map for use offline or if you are navigating, it takes care of it automatically. - RV Trip Wizard is the best app. I create my trips in RVTW and then recreate them using Google Maps once I know there are no hazards to worry about like low bridges. Then I send the maps to my phone via text message and can just use my phone as a GPS rather than buying a stand alone unit. RV Trip Wizard is a subscription based app though but worth every penny of the $49 they charge annually.
