How does Komoot work? The app simply explained

If you like to be out in nature, then the "Komoot" navigation app is probably a good companion for you. In this article we show you how it works and what features it is equipped with.

Navoot App Komoot: We show how it works

Komoot is a navigation app especially for hikers, cyclists and mountain bikers.

• You have access to worldwide map material via the app. You can download it and use it offline .
• Komoot makes various suggestions for tours depending on whether you prefer to hike or bike. You can then take over these tours for yourself or you can simply plan a route yourself .
• You will not only be shown the exact route, but also information about the route length, the time required, altitude and route types. So you know in advance whether you have to walk along streets or whether the path is particularly rocky.
• During the hike, the app shows you when and where to turn. If you wish, you can have it announced like a car navigation system .
• You can have your route recorded by the app using GPS . In retrospect, you can see exactly how you ran or drove. This is particularly exciting if you have deviated from your planned route.
• You also always know how fast you are moving and what your average speed is. You can also see the kilometers already traveled.
• Take photos while hiking or cycling, the app automatically maps them to the location on the map where you took them. You also have the opportunity to recommend highlights and refreshments along the route.
• You can publish your planned or already completed tour and make it available to other Komoot users. The other way around, you can also get ideas for further tours from outdoor experts.
• The app also automatically synchronizes the saved tours on all devices. So you can plan the hike on your PC and then go out with your smartphone.

That costs Komoot

You can download and use the app itself free of charge for Android or iOS. However, you have only limited options. If you like to use the app often, you can upgrade it with in-app purchases.

• In principle, you have two options . You can activate individual cards or card packages and you can use additional functions with the premium version of the app.
• Maps for individual regions are available for around 4 euros. For cities, they usually include the urban area and a very small part of the surrounding area. The first region is available free of charge.
• A region package is available for around 9 euros. A much larger area is covered here, such as the Munich area or the Franconian Forest.
• If you travel a lot in different regions, the all-regions package could be worthwhile. You can then access maps of all regions worldwide for around 30 euros.
• The premium variant, on the other hand, uses monthly payments. You can book them for 5 euros a month.
• You then have access to the multi-day planner, to which you can also add accommodation, a weather tool and sports-specific maps . Other benefits include discounts on equipment purchases and outdoor insurance that picks you up in an emergency or repairs your bike.