Azure Maps: Microsoft's mapping and geospatial APIs on Azure. Mapbox: Custom map styles, vector tiles and location APIs for developers.
| Azure Maps | Mapbox | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Basemaps & Map Tiles | Basemaps & Map Tiles |
| Pricing model | Paid | Freemium |
| Starts at | See website | See website |
| Free tier | Monthly free transactions | Monthly free web map loads and API requests |
| Open source | No | No |
| Software licence | — | — |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Platforms | Web, API | Web, JavaScript, iOS, Android, API |
| Made by | Microsoft | Mapbox |
| Commercial use | Paid plan | Allowed |
| Export / print images | With conditions | With conditions |
| Offline / caching | Check terms | With conditions |
| Visits from MapTools | 7 | 8 |
| Visit | Visit |
Azure Maps features
- Web and mobile map controls
- Search and geocoding
- Routing and isochrones
- Traffic and weather
Mapbox features
- Mapbox Studio style editor
- Mapbox GL JS and mobile SDKs
- Geocoding, directions, isochrone APIs
- Satellite and terrain layers
- Static Images API
Commercial use is allowed under Mapbox's terms. Static and printed maps must be attributed like a photo credit. Images from the Mapbox Studio print export require contacting Mapbox sales before use. Offline use is limited to the mobile SDKs' offline features.
Mapbox alternativesSummary based on public information. Check each provider's current pricing and terms.