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ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript
vs
Leaflet

ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript: Esri's web SDK for 2D and 3D mapping apps. Leaflet: The lightweight open-source JavaScript library for interactive maps.

ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScriptLeaflet
CategoryMap Libraries & SDKsMap Libraries & SDKs
Pricing modelFreemiumOpen source
Starts atSee websiteFree
Free tierFree with ArcGIS Location Platform tier—
Open sourceNoYes
Software licence—BSD-2-Clause
API——
PlatformsJavaScriptJavaScript
Made byEsri—
Commercial useCheck termsAllowed
Export / print imagesCheck termsAllowed
Offline / cachingCheck termsAllowed
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ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript features

  • 2D maps and 3D scenes
  • Widgets for editing and measurement
  • Client-side analysis
  • Integration with ArcGIS services
ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript alternatives

Leaflet features

  • Raster tile layers
  • Markers, popups, vectors and GeoJSON
  • Hundreds of plugins
  • Tiny footprint

The library is free. The tiles you load keep their provider's terms.

Leaflet alternatives

Summary based on public information. Check each provider's current pricing and terms.