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StoryMapJS vs ZeeMaps
Both stand on interactive map 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
Pick StoryMapJS for a place-centered narrative that combines mapped locations with rich media and web embedding. Look elsewhere if you need a non-web application or want to avoid authorizing Google Drive storage and potentially usage-based basemap charges.
Visit StoryMapJS Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1
ZeeMaps offers multiple ways to build and publish location-based maps, with spreadsheet refresh and access controls. Check the sync interval, trial limits, and plan details against the way you intend to use it.
Visit ZeeMapsThe facts
| StoryMapJS | ZeeMaps | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Android, API, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Professional: $299.95 a year |
| Plans published | 1 | 7 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | storymap.knightlab.com | zeemaps.com |
| On interactive map software | #30 of 40 | #26 of 40 |
StoryMapJS: what it does well
- Free and open source
- Slides connect story segments to map locations
- Supports photos, video, sound and tweets
- Offers cartographic and gigapixel-image maps
- Provides HTML for website embedding
What to know first
- Mapbox and Stadia basemaps may incur usage fees
- Authoring requires Google Drive storage authorization
- Runs on the web only
ZeeMaps: what it does well
- Accepts location data from spreadsheets and several file formats.
- Maps support searchable fields, media markers, and heat maps.
- Published website maps reflect later map changes automatically.
- Access can be controlled with Admin, Member, and Viewer keys.
- Two-week trial is available.
What to know first
- Spreadsheet refreshes run every five hours.
- Map edits are not written back to connected spreadsheets.
- REST API access requires the Enterprise plan.
- Trial limits use to five maps and 100 map views.
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