ArcGIS StoryMaps: Story maps that combine maps, text and media. Google My Maps: Free custom maps with pins, lines and layers on Google Maps.
| ArcGIS StoryMaps | Google My Maps | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Online Map Makers | Online Map Makers |
| Pricing model | Freemium | Free |
| Starts at | See website | Free |
| Free tier | Limited free account | Free with a Google account |
| Open source | No | No |
| Software licence | — | — |
| API | — | — |
| Platforms | Web | Web |
| Made by | Esri | |
| Commercial use | Check terms | With conditions |
| Export / print images | Check terms | With conditions |
| Offline / caching | Check terms | Not allowed |
| Visits from MapTools | 6 | 13 |
| Visit | Visit |
ArcGIS StoryMaps features
- Scrollytelling templates
- Interactive ArcGIS maps
- Media and text blocks
- Collections and briefings
Google My Maps features
- Import CSV, XLSX and KML
- Pins, lines, polygons and layers
- Share links and embed maps
- Export your own layers to KML/KMZ
Your own layers can be exported as KML/KMZ. Embedding a public My Maps map on a website is allowed. Static images of Google Maps follow Google's Geo Guidelines: attribution must stay visible, print runs are limited, and maps cannot be used on consumer goods.
Google My Maps alternativesSummary based on public information. Check each provider's current pricing and terms.