Alternative to OziExplorer?
Submitted: Saturday, Apr 25, 2020 at 03:38
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I'm looking for some open - source alternative for OziExplorer (which is quite expensive). Found OpenOrientering Maker but it doesn't have functions I need.
What I really need is an option to load png/jpg map image and calibration 'map' file. And when loaded I'd like to draw an route, and export it to gpx / tcx so I can save it to my Garmin.
Anyone knows anything like that? I have commercial topographical maps in Trekbuddy format, which I convert to one image (but some scripting voodoo) and that's it. I just need some free software which would make me able to draw a course..
Reply By: Member - DW Lennox Head(NSW) - Saturday, Apr 25, 2020 at 07:54
Saturday, Apr 25, 2020 at 07:54
As far as mapping for travel, I would much prefer to pay for something that really works and has been proven.
If you are going into remote areas, the commercially available maps may save your life in an emergency whereas cheaper untested map system may not.
It is not saving money by have cheap rubbish if you die.
DW
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Reply By: Sand Man (SA) - Saturday, Apr 25, 2020 at 08:18
Saturday, Apr 25, 2020 at 08:18
What do you regard as expensive?
I bought OziExplorer for Windows some 10-12 years ago for a one off cost.
Each subsequent upgrade has been free of charge.
There is nothing that comes close to its flexibility for pre-trip planning, moving map capability when driving and recording of route taken and place markers during the trip.
When you also have OziExplorer on a Hema Navigator (sadly, no more), or some other Windows or CE capable device, you have the best navigation tool available in my opinion.
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Follow Up By: Frank P (NSW) - Saturday, Apr 25, 2020 at 11:09
Saturday, Apr 25, 2020 at 11:09
OziExplorer for Android is not expensive and works brilliantly on a tablet. If you think Ozi is expensive I suppose EO Traveller is out of the question, but if you were to consider it, it partners brilliantly with Ozi on the one device.
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Reply By: Member - 2208mate - Saturday, Apr 25, 2020 at 10:19
Saturday, Apr 25, 2020 at 10:19
You have a Garmin device, so why don't you use Garmin Base
camp?
It seems like you can do every thing that you require plus view in Google earth pro
Also Exploreoz traveller lets you plan and save in .gpx files.
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Reply By: HKB Electronics - Saturday, Apr 25, 2020 at 11:53
Saturday, Apr 25, 2020 at 11:53
So you want something with all the nice features of a paid for product for free. Sometimes it is not a bad idea to pay out some money and support a good product. As pointed out one off purchase price, regularly update with new features and to support new operating systems.
Personally I have four copies, one on a phone, one on a tablet, one on the laptop and one on a PC, don't begrudged paying for any of them.
Make that 5, forgot the most important I run it on the in dash car navigation too.
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Reply By: The Explorer - Saturday, Apr 25, 2020 at 21:10
Saturday, Apr 25, 2020 at 21:10
Hello - Lash out and pay ~$150 for Oziexplorer (for lifetime updates/support) and get on with your life. Has worked for me in last 22 years for work/play. Also get MOBAC (free) - has Ozi map format download option with many mapsource options.
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Reply By: Peter_n_Margaret - Sunday, Apr 26, 2020 at 11:54
Sunday, Apr 26, 2020 at 11:54
I paid $130 for OziExplorer on 9th February 2002. I still have the original CD it came on.
$16.25 per year (not that I am tight?)
Boy, was that good value. :) :)
Cheers,
Peter
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Reply By: Charles C - Sunday, Apr 26, 2020 at 15:09
Sunday, Apr 26, 2020 at 15:09
Google Earth will saves tracks which you can then convert to GPX or I'm sure there is some sort of smartphone app that will do what you want.
Something like Qgis would be an option but its a much stepper learning curve than Oziexplorer.
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