BlenderGIS: Import GIS data, terrain and basemaps into Blender. D3 (d3-geo): Map projections and SVG maps for custom data graphics.
| BlenderGIS | D3 (d3-geo) | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | 3D Cities & Digital Twins | Map Libraries & SDKs |
| Pricing model | Open source | Open source |
| Starts at | Free | Free |
| Free tier | — | — |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Software licence | GPL-3.0 | ISC |
| API | — | — |
| Platforms | Plugin, Windows, macOS, Linux | JavaScript |
| Made by | — | — |
| Commercial use | Check terms | Allowed |
| Export / print images | Check terms | Allowed |
| Offline / caching | Check terms | Allowed |
| Visits from MapTools | 2 | 1 |
| Visit | Visit |
BlenderGIS features
- Import Shapefile and rasters
- DEM to 3D terrain
- OpenStreetMap import
- Georeferenced scenes
D3 (d3-geo) features
- Many map projections
- SVG and canvas rendering
- TopoJSON support
- Full design control
Summary based on public information. Check each provider's current pricing and terms.