kepler.gl: Drag-and-drop geospatial data visualization in the browser. Plotly: Interactive maps in Python, R and JavaScript charts.
| kepler.gl | Plotly | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Geospatial Data Visualization | 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 | Web, JavaScript, Python | Python, R, JavaScript |
| Made by | — | — |
| Commercial use | Allowed | Check terms |
| Export / print images | With conditions | Check terms |
| Offline / caching | Check terms | Check terms |
| Visits from MapTools | 5 | 1 |
| Visit | Visit |
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
Plotly features
- Choropleth and scatter maps
- Tile maps
- Dash apps
- Python, R and JS
Summary based on public information. Check each provider's current pricing and terms.