Datawrapper: Charts and maps for newsrooms, fast and accessible. Google My Maps: Free custom maps with pins, lines and layers on Google Maps.
| Datawrapper | Google My Maps | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Geospatial Data Visualization | Online Map Makers |
| Pricing model | Freemium | Free |
| Starts at | See website | Free |
| Free tier | Free plan for unlimited charts and maps | Free with a Google account |
| Open source | No | No |
| Software licence | — | — |
| API | — | — |
| Platforms | Web | Web |
| Made by | Datawrapper | |
| Commercial use | Allowed | With conditions |
| Export / print images | With conditions | With conditions |
| Offline / caching | Check terms | Not allowed |
| Visits from MapTools | 1 | 13 |
| Visit | Visit |
Datawrapper features
- Choropleth and symbol maps
- Locator maps
- Responsive embeds
- Large library of boundary files
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.