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Waze

An app that warns you about traffic and hazards reported by drivers.

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What Waze does

Waze is a free driving app built on reports from the people using it. Drivers flag crashes, hazards, closures and speed cameras, and Waze uses that to reroute you and update your arrival time. It runs on iPhone and Android and works with CarPlay and Android Auto.

Live rerouting around traffic, crashes and closures
Alerts reported by other drivers
Speed limits, speed cameras and lane guidance
Toll prices and an avoid-tolls option
Gas, EV charging and parking along your route
CarPlay and Android Auto support

Waze is made for one job: getting you there by car with fewer surprises. While you drive, it updates your route and arrival time as traffic changes, and other drivers' reports show up on the map as alerts for crashes, construction, potholes, bad weather and police.

It also shows speed limits and a speedometer, lane guidance at tricky exits, and toll prices with the option to avoid tolls. Along your route you can see gas stations, EV chargers and parking, and you can plan a trip by when you want to leave or arrive. It plugs into audio apps so your music or podcast keeps playing.

It isn't the app for walking or transit, and it shows ads. If you mostly drive and want to know what's ahead before you hit it, Waze is a strong pick.

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Who it's for

Daily commuters who drive
Road trips where traffic changes fast

Skip it if: Walking, cycling or public transit directions.

Pricing

Free plan
Free

Waze is free. It shows ads, and the App Store lists no in-app purchases.

Prices can vary by country. Checked 19 Oct 2026.

What people like

  • Free on iPhone and Android
  • Very current traffic and hazard info from other drivers
  • Handy toll, gas and parking info
  • Works with CarPlay and Android Auto

Watch out for

  • Driving only
  • Shows ads
  • Alerts can feel busy on a calm drive

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Questions people ask

Is Waze free?

Yes. Waze is free on iPhone and Android, and it shows ads.

Does Waze work with CarPlay and Android Auto?

Yes. You can show Waze on your car screen with either one.

Does Waze show gas stations and EV chargers?

Yes. It shows gas stations, EV chargers and parking along your route.

Can I use Waze for walking?

No. Waze is built for driving.