Nominatim: Open-source geocoding with OpenStreetMap data. Stadia Maps: Map tiles, geocoding and routing on open data.
| Nominatim | Stadia Maps | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Geocoding, Routing & Location APIs | Basemaps & Map Tiles |
| Pricing model | Open source | Freemium |
| Starts at | Free | See website |
| Free tier | — | Free plan for non-commercial use |
| Open source | Yes | No |
| Software licence | GPL-3.0 (software), ODbL (data) | — |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Platforms | API, Linux | Web, API |
| Made by | — | — |
| Commercial use | With conditions | Paid plan |
| Export / print images | Allowed | With conditions |
| Offline / caching | Allowed | With conditions |
| Visits from MapTools | 2 | 3 |
| Visit | Visit |
Nominatim features
- Forward and reverse geocoding
- OpenStreetMap data
- Self-hostable
- Structured and free-form search
The public nominatim.openstreetmap.org instance allows at most 1 request per second and no bulk geocoding. Self-host for heavy or commercial workloads.
Nominatim alternativesStadia Maps features
- Vector and raster basemaps
- Stamen map styles
- Geocoding and routing APIs
- Static maps
Check the plan terms for commercial, print and offline use.
Stadia Maps alternativesSummary based on public information. Check each provider's current pricing and terms.