MapTools
OpenStreetMap
vs
Stadia Maps

OpenStreetMap: The free, editable map of the world built by volunteers. Stadia Maps: Map tiles, geocoding and routing on open data.

OpenStreetMapStadia Maps
CategoryBasemaps & Map TilesBasemaps & Map Tiles
Pricing modelFreeFreemium
Starts atFreeSee website
Free tier—Free plan for non-commercial use
Open sourceYesNo
Software licenceODbL (data)—
API—Yes
PlatformsWeb, Data downloadWeb, API
Made byOpenStreetMap Foundation—
Commercial useAllowedPaid plan
Export / print imagesAllowedWith conditions
Offline / cachingAllowedWith conditions
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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

Stadia 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 alternatives

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