Waze vs. Google Maps: I compared the two best navigation apps, and there’s a clear winner

Waze definitely has a personality, thanks to its colorful, cartoony design packed with big icons and bold, in-your-face alerts. It’s also got a playful side when it comes to customization. You can stream music directly through the built-in audio player (Spotify, anyone?), pick a voice “sidekick” like Halo’s Master Chief or comedian Nate Bargatze, and even set a mood once you’ve driven more than 160 kilometers.

Google Maps isn’t quite as caricatured, but it is loaded with features. It’s fantastic for…