Google Maps are pretty barebones, but at the same time reliable for general / basic use. Depends on region, but OSM usually will be more detailed. It is also possible your region has some local provider that is even better.
Google Maps in my region excel only for navigation quality for cars and search for commercial stuff (businesses and shops)
Is using alternative maps even worth it if you have google’s Android and location has to go through google play services anyways?
you can use gps without play services.
How?
Disable “(improve) location accuracy” in settings and location history in Google settings (I think)
adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.google.android.gms
adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.google.android.gsf
adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.google.android.ims
Google Maps are pretty barebones, but at the same time reliable for general / basic use. Depends on region, but OSM usually will be more detailed. It is also possible your region has some local provider that is even better.
Google Maps in my region excel only for navigation quality for cars and search for commercial stuff (businesses and shops)