MapTools
CesiumJS
vs
D3 (d3-geo)

CesiumJS: Open-source 3D globe and 3D Tiles rendering in the browser. D3 (d3-geo): Map projections and SVG maps for custom data graphics.

CesiumJSD3 (d3-geo)
CategoryMap Libraries & SDKsMap Libraries & SDKs
Pricing modelOpen sourceOpen source
Starts atFreeFree
Free tier——
Open sourceYesYes
Software licenceApache-2.0ISC
API——
PlatformsJavaScriptJavaScript
Made by——
Commercial useAllowedAllowed
Export / print imagesAllowedAllowed
Offline / cachingCheck termsAllowed
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CesiumJS features

  • 3D globe with terrain
  • 3D Tiles streaming
  • Time-dynamic data
  • Works with Cesium ion
CesiumJS alternatives

D3 (d3-geo) features

  • Many map projections
  • SVG and canvas rendering
  • TopoJSON support
  • Full design control
D3 (d3-geo) alternatives

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