Google My Maps: Free custom maps with pins, lines and layers on Google Maps. Scribble Maps: Draw, annotate and share custom maps in the browser.
| Google My Maps | Scribble Maps | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Online Map Makers | Map Drawing & Annotation |
| Pricing model | Free | Freemium |
| Starts at | Free | See website |
| Free tier | Free with a Google account | Limited free version |
| Open source | No | No |
| Software licence | — | — |
| API | — | — |
| Platforms | Web | Web |
| Made by | — | |
| Commercial use | With conditions | Check terms |
| Export / print images | With conditions | Check terms |
| Offline / caching | Not allowed | Check terms |
| Visits from MapTools | 13 | 6 |
| Visit | Visit |
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 alternativesScribble Maps features
- Freehand drawing, shapes and text
- Import KML, GPX, CSV and more
- Territory and route tools
- Share and embed
Summary based on public information. Check each provider's current pricing and terms.