MapTools
OpenStreetMap
vs
Regrid

OpenStreetMap: The free, editable map of the world built by volunteers. Regrid: Nationwide US parcel data and parcel map app.

OpenStreetMapRegrid
CategoryBasemaps & Map TilesSite Selection & Real Estate
Pricing modelFreeFreemium
Starts atFreeSee website
Free tier—Free basic parcel lookup
Open sourceYesNo
Software licenceODbL (data)—
API—Yes
PlatformsWeb, Data downloadWeb, API, iOS, Android
Made byOpenStreetMap Foundation—
Commercial useAllowedCheck terms
Export / print imagesAllowedCheck terms
Offline / cachingAllowedCheck terms
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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 alternatives

Regrid features

  • Nationwide parcel boundaries
  • Owner and land use attributes
  • Parcel API and tiles
  • Bulk data
Regrid alternatives

Summary based on public information. Check each provider's current pricing and terms.