MapTools
ArcGIS StoryMaps
vs
Folium

ArcGIS StoryMaps: Story maps that combine maps, text and media. Folium: Leaflet maps from Python.

ArcGIS StoryMapsFolium
CategoryOnline Map MakersMap Libraries & SDKs
Pricing modelFreemiumOpen source
Starts atSee websiteFree
Free tierLimited free account—
Open sourceNoYes
Software licence—MIT
API——
PlatformsWebPython
Made byEsri—
Commercial useCheck termsAllowed
Export / print imagesCheck termsAllowed
Offline / cachingCheck termsCheck terms
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ArcGIS StoryMaps features

  • Scrollytelling templates
  • Interactive ArcGIS maps
  • Media and text blocks
  • Collections and briefings
ArcGIS StoryMaps alternatives

Folium features

  • Leaflet maps from Python
  • Choropleths and heatmaps
  • Jupyter integration
  • HTML export
Folium alternatives

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