OpenMapTiles: Open vector tile schema and tools to build OSM basemaps. OpenStreetMap: The free, editable map of the world built by volunteers.
| OpenMapTiles | OpenStreetMap | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Basemaps & Map Tiles | Basemaps & Map Tiles |
| Pricing model | Open source | Free |
| Starts at | Free | Free |
| Free tier | — | — |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Software licence | BSD (code), CC-BY (schema/styles) | ODbL (data) |
| API | — | — |
| Platforms | Linux, Command line | Web, Data download |
| Made by | — | OpenStreetMap Foundation |
| Commercial use | Allowed | Allowed |
| Export / print images | Allowed | Allowed |
| Offline / caching | Allowed | Allowed |
| Visits from MapTools | 1 | 10 |
| Visit | Visit |
OpenMapTiles features
- Open vector tile schema
- Generation scripts
- Free map styles
- Works with MapLibre
OpenStreetMap features
- Global map data under ODbL
- Editable by anyone
- Data extracts and full planet downloads
- Foundation for most open map services
Data is licensed under ODbL: free to use, including commercially, with attribution. Produced works such as map images can carry any licence; derivative databases must stay under ODbL. The standard tile server at tile.openstreetmap.org follows a strict usage policy and must not be used for heavy traffic or bulk downloading.
OpenStreetMap alternativesSummary based on public information. Check each provider's current pricing and terms.