9 Best Indoor Navigation Apps for Malls and Airports

Have you ever found yourself wandering aimlessly inside a mall or struggling to find your way around an airport? We've all been there. But did you know that there are indoor navigation apps specifically designed to help you navigate these complex indoor spaces? These apps can save you time and frustration by guiding you to your destination without the need to ask for directions or get lost in the process. Let's take a look at some of the best indoor navigation apps available.

1. Path Guide

Released by Microsoft, Path Guide is an Android app that uses sensors on your smartphone, such as the barometer and magnetometer, to create an indoor map. You don't even need an active GPS for it to work. If you own a building, you can add images and other details to make navigation even easier. Path Guide is completely free and ad-free.

2. Google Indoor Maps

Google Maps is already a popular navigation app, but it also offers indoor maps for various buildings, including malls, airports, and stadiums. If you enter a supported building, Google Maps will automatically show you the indoor map. If you own a building, you can add your own layout and floor plan to Indoor Maps. Best of all, it's free and there are no separate apps required.

3. Anyplace Indoor Service

Anyplace Indoor Service is a free and open-source project available on GitHub. It allows you to easily add a new building, including floor plans and points of interest. The app's accuracy is impressive, with claims of being accurate to within 1.96 meters. Anyplace is available on both Android and Windows.

4. Situm Mapping Tool

Situm Mapping Tool is a great option if you frequently visit the same building or own one yourself. This app uses WiFi, Bluetooth, and your smartphone's sensors to create an indoor map. You can not only create maps but also share them with others. Situm Mapping Tool is free to use and has no ads.

5. Be My Eyes

While not strictly an indoor navigation app, Be My Eyes is a unique concept that can be used for indoor navigation. It connects visually impaired users with volunteers who can help guide them inside buildings. If someone using the app is nearby, they can provide assistance and help users reach their destination. Be My Eyes is available on both Android and iOS.

6. Here Indoor Radio Mapping

Here Indoor Radio Mapping is an app that provides indoor navigation using WiFi and Bluetooth. It allows building owners and architects to add images and directions to the app. Here Indoor Radio Mapping also offers an SDK for Android apps, allowing for easy integration. The app is available for Android.

7. Indoor Measurements

Indoor Measurements is an app that helps you create a digital layout of your premises, making it easier for customers to navigate your building. It supports various types of beacons, making it accessible to a wide range of users. Indoor Measurements is available on Android.

8. Indoor GPS

Indoor GPS is a popular mapping and navigation app that allows you to create points of interest and pathways inside buildings. You can easily upload floor plans and add images to enhance the navigation experience. The app is free to download and use, with no ads. It also offers an SDK for integration into your own app.

9. IndoorAtlas MapCreator 2

IndoorAtlas MapCreator 2 is unique in that it requires a laptop for adding maps, floor plans, and points of interest. However, the Android app can be used to record pathways using the gyroscope. Once the necessary data is uploaded, the app works smoothly. It is available on both Android and iOS.

These indoor navigation apps are incredibly useful for both building owners and users. Whether you need to find your way around a complex mall or help others navigate your building, these apps provide a convenient and efficient solution. Say goodbye to getting lost and wasting time – these apps are changing the way we navigate indoor spaces.