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Strava and Komoot finally bring offline maps to Apple Watch

  • Thomas Ricker
  • January 27, 2026 at 10:25 AM
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Strava and Komoot finally bring offline maps to Apple Watch
Komoot offers more features to all users for free, including turn-by-turn navigation. | Image: Komoot

Strava and Komoot - two of the most popular apps for cyclists, hikers, and runners - are each bringing offline maps to the Apple Watch, ending a major source of frustration for many. Now you can easily see routes and record your workouts all in your preferred app, without having to bring along a relatively heavy and cumbersome iPhone.

Strava says the offline maps are only available to subscribers, but Komoot's offering is free and also bakes in turn-by-turn navigation. Strava subscribers pay $11.99/month or $79.99/year plus any taxes.

One of the biggest selling points of the Apple Watch Ultra has been its ability to function without an iP …

Read the full story at The Verge.

Originally published at The Verge

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