Mapping software comparison

Alan wrote - "I notice that TrackRanger will now run the street maps directly without the need to run a two different mapping software to show both streets and topo maps"

Both OziExplorer and TrackRanger can be used with the UBD street maps (which I assume you are talking about) and with respect to these programs, a map is a map..streets or no streets, topo lines or no topo lines.

Neither programs are "Routing Products" ie they are not automatic route planning software programs and you cannot request the best way to get from point A to point B, unlike other available navigation software programs eg Destinator.

Both OziExplorer and TrackRanger allow you to create your own routes on the map and navigate along those (which can be painful if that’s all you want to do and therefore these programs are not ideal for city work).

As mentioned in recent posts on TrackRanger (must be a marketing campaign on) I have never used the program except for a bit of a look see (free demo on WestPrint map CD but not from website unlike OziE), having used OziExplorer for over 8 years I can see no advantage in changing...OziExplorer is, as far as I can see, better and cheaper.

My, advice go with OziExplorer...there is nothing it can’t do that TrackRanger can. Plus there is a wider range of maps available for use with OziExplorer than TrackRanger...don’t limit yourself for no reason

Cheers
Greg