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Best Drone Mapping Software in 2026

Drone mapping software supports projects that use aerial images to create mapping outputs. This list is for people comparing costs, capabilities and ways to run the software.

  1. 1

    WebODM

    Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+3

    WebODM offers local photogrammetry processing, a range of mapping tools, and several export formats at no installation cost.

    8.5 Free plan Visit site
  2. 2

    3DF Zephyr

    by 3DF Zephyr
    Free plan Windows

    3DF Zephyr brings photo-based reconstruction together with a broad set of mapping, measurement and CAD outputs.

    7.3 Free plan · paid from €199 Visit site
  3. 3

    OpenDroneMap

    Free plan APILinuxMac+2

    Choose ODM if you need open-source processing of camera imagery into georeferenced maps or 3D outputs, or want its API and Python integration for an application.

    7.2 Free plan Visit site
  4. 4

    MicMac

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows

    MicMac offers photogrammetric reconstruction tools, quality indicators, and open intermediate results for varied image sources.

    7.1 Free plan Visit site
  5. 5

    PIX4Dcatch

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWindows

    PIX4Dcatch captures scan data on mobile devices, but processing takes place elsewhere and requires a qualifying license or trial.

    7.0 Free plan · 15-day trial Visit site
  6. 6

    Agisoft Metashape

    by Agisoft Metashape
    Free trial LinuxMacWeb+1

    Choose Metashape if you need to turn varied imagery into 3D spatial outputs, especially when Professional Edition’s surveying and automation features fit your work.

    6.5 From $179 · 30-day trial Visit site
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    DroneDeploy Aerial

    Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+1

    DroneDeploy Aerial combines drone capture, mapping, analysis, and design overlays, with outputs and image limits depending on workflow and plan.

    6.4 Pricing on request · 14-day trial Visit site
  8. 8

    Aeroyantra

    Free plan Web
    6.3 Free plan · paid from $69/mo · 14-day trial Visit site
  9. 9

    iTwin Capture Modeler

    Free plan Windows
    6.3 Free plan · paid from $4,000/mo (annual) Visit site
  10. 10

    Correlator3D

    Free trial Self-hostedWindows

    Correlator3D combines extensive imagery support, photogrammetry outputs, editing tools, and LiDAR functions in a Windows-focused system.

    6.2 From $295/mo Visit site
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    DJI Terra

    Free trial Windows

    DJI Terra offers reconstruction, mapping outputs, and DJI equipment integration in a Windows desktop package. Confirm hardware compatibility and trial limits before committing.

    6.0 30-day trial Visit site
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    MapperTool

    Free plan Web
    5.9 Free plan · paid from €15/mo (annual) Visit site
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    Propeller Platform

    Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+1

    Propeller Platform combines survey measurement, site visualization, progress tracking, and team collaboration for worksite management.

    5.9 Pricing on request · 14-day trial Visit site
  14. 14

    ArcGIS Hub

    by ArcGIS Hub
    Paid APISelf-hostedWeb

    ArcGIS Hub combines community-facing websites, data sharing, and engagement tools, with Premium adding collaboration features.

    5.8 Pricing on request Visit site
  15. 15

    PhotoModeler

    Free trial Windows

    PhotoModeler combines photographic measurement with modeling, scanning, and export tools.

    5.6 From $68/mo · 30-day trial Visit site
  16. 16

    PIX4Dmapper

    Free plan Windows
    5.6 Free plan · 15-day trial Visit site
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    Hammer Missions

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb
    4.7 Pricing on request · 14-day trial Visit site
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    Trimble Inpho

    Paid Windows

    Trimble Inpho offers modular aerial photogrammetry workflows, from triangulation to mapping and point-cloud deliverables.

    4.6 Pricing on request Visit site
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    DroneMapper REMOTE EXPERT

    Paid Windows
    4.4 From $999 Visit site
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    Mapware

    Paid Web
    4.3 Pricing on request Visit site
  21. 21

    PIX4Dmatic

    Paid MacWindows
    4.2 From $2,290/yr · 15-day trial Visit site
  22. 22

    PIX4Dcloud

    Paid Web
    4.1 15-day trial Visit site
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    WingtraCLOUD

    Paid Web
    3.8 Pricing on request Visit site

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Compare free plans, paid starting prices and trial periods before choosing. Check whether the licence lets you read or change open-source code, and confirm the tool runs on your platform, such as Windows, web, API, macOS, self-hosted or Linux.

Questions

Which drone mapping tools have a free plan?

A free plan is listed for Aeroyantra, iTwin Capture Modeler and MapperTool. Check current plan terms before starting a project.

Which tools offer a free trial?

Aeroyantra and DroneDeploy Aerial list 14-day trials. DJI Terra lists a 30-day trial. Hammer Missions also lists a 14-day trial.

What paid starting prices are listed?

Listed starting prices include $69 per month for Aeroyantra, €15 per month billed annually for MapperTool, $295 per month for Correlator3D and $999 for DroneMapper REMOTE EXPERT.

Can I use these tools on the web?

Mapware is listed for web use. The category also includes tools running on Windows, API, macOS, self-hosted setups and Linux.

What mapping exports should I compare?

Compare orthomosaic export, point cloud export and supported coordinate systems. Also check image capacity per project and the processing mode.

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