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MapChart vs MapHub
Both stand on map creation software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidExtensioniPhone+1
MapChart provides a broad map library, customization controls, spreadsheet add-ons, and mobile apps, with a free option for core map-making. Check the license and plan limits before choosing a paid tier, especially if you need team access or Excel imports across maps.
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Free plan APIExtensionWeb
MapHub brings dataset storage, visualization, sharing, and QGIS workflows into a geospatial cloud catalog. Consider its vector URL limitation and the Python wrapper’s early-stage status if those functions matter to your work.
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| MapChart | MapHub | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, Extension, iPhone, Web | API, Extension, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | MapChart Plus: $39.99 a year | Plus: $15 a month |
| Plans published | 6 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | mapchart.net | maphub.co |
| On map creation software | #7 of 26 | #11 of 26 |
MapChart: what it does well
- More than 100 maps are available
- Free high-resolution downloads on the website
- Offers Google Sheets and Airtable add-ons
- Configurations transfer between web and mobile
- Maps use a CC BY-SA 4.0 license
What to know first
- MapChart Plus has no trial
- Plus has no team plan
- Plus costs $39.99 a year
- Selected maps only support Excel imports
MapHub: what it does well
- Supports major geospatial formats
- QGIS plugin moves files between tools
- Team projects include access management
- Map links and website embeds supported
- Seven-day trial requires no credit card
What to know first
- Python wrapper is early-stage with limited endpoint support
- Vector tiling URLs omit custom visualization settings
- Explorer has limited tool access
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