deck.gl: GPU-powered visualization of large geospatial datasets. kepler.gl: Drag-and-drop geospatial data visualization in the browser.
| deck.gl | kepler.gl | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Map Libraries & SDKs | Geospatial Data Visualization |
| Pricing model | Open source | Open source |
| Starts at | Free | Free |
| Free tier | — | — |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Software licence | MIT | MIT |
| API | — | — |
| Platforms | JavaScript, Python | Web, JavaScript, Python |
| Made by | — | — |
| Commercial use | Allowed | Allowed |
| Export / print images | Allowed | With conditions |
| Offline / caching | Allowed | Check terms |
| Visits from MapTools | 1 | 5 |
| Visit | Visit |
deck.gl features
- Layers for points, arcs, hexagons, heatmaps, trips
- Handles millions of features
- Works with MapLibre, Mapbox, Google Maps
- Python binding (pydeck)
kepler.gl features
- Drag-and-drop CSV and GeoJSON
- Hexbin, arc, heatmap and trip layers
- Time playback and filters
- Export as image or HTML
- Jupyter widget
Summary based on public information. Check each provider's current pricing and terms.