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ALIGN vs GRASS GIS
Both stand on gis software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Web
ALIGN brings browser-based geospatial data work and app building together, with support for formats ranging from raster data to 3D scenes. Its plan details include a free option and paid Pro and Team tiers, with prices excluding VAT.
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Free plan APILinuxMac+3
GRASS GIS offers extensive geospatial processing through multiple interfaces, with integrations and a large extension repository. It is free and open source, but is provided with no warranty.
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| ALIGN | GRASS GIS | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Pro: €39 a month | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 4 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | aligngeo.com | grass.osgeo.org |
| On gis software | #11 of 64 | #7 of 64 |
ALIGN: what it does well
- Map Builder works in a browser without desktop installation.
- Supports vector, raster and other geospatial formats.
- Includes browser-based 3D mapping support.
- Team users can export projects to GitHub.
- Free plan includes community support and a feedback board.
What to know first
- Pro costs €39 per month, excluding VAT.
- Team costs €79 per editor licence monthly, excluding VAT.
- The listed enterprise plan is coming soon.
GRASS GIS: what it does well
- More than 500 geographic-data modules.
- Supports nearly all common GIS file formats.
- Offers GUI, command-line, Python and other interfaces.
- Integrates with QGIS and R.
- Free and open source under GPL (>=v2).
What to know first
- The software comes with no warranty.
- Its broad set of interfaces and tools may require choosing a suitable workflow.
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