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Geoapify vs MAPS.ME

Geoapify logo

Geoapify

Maps

Geocoding, routing, map tiles, and place search APIs for developers building location-aware applications

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
MAPS.ME logo

MAPS.ME

Maps

Free, offline maps application based on OpenStreetMap data

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Geoapify does not include detailed location information like photos, reviews, and operating hours from Google Maps; MAPS.ME mobile-only - no web or desktop navigation client
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 29 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Geoapify and MAPS.ME actually diverge.

Attributes where Geoapify and MAPS.ME differ
AttributeGeoapifyMAPS.ME
PlatformsWeb, APIiOS, Android
FoundedUnknown2011

Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (Unknown), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Maps).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Geoapify

Nothing recorded that MAPS.ME does not also cover.

Only in MAPS.ME

Nothing recorded that Geoapify does not also cover.

Both cover

  • Core Functionality
  • User Interface

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Geoapify

  • Custom mapping with Leaflet, MapLibre or OpenLayersnot MAPS.ME
  • Address validation, geocoding and autocompletenot MAPS.ME
  • Multi-stop route planning and logistics optimisationnot MAPS.ME
  • Points of interest search filtered by category and areanot MAPS.ME
  • Isochrone generation for service coverage analysisnot MAPS.ME

MAPS.ME

  • Downloading offline maps for travel without connectivitynot Geoapify
  • Turn-by-turn driving, walking, and cycling navigation without datanot Geoapify
  • Finding points of interest and hiking trailsnot Geoapify
  • Following built-in travel guidesnot Geoapify
  • Hotel booking via Booking.com integrationnot Geoapify

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Geoapify

  • Does not include detailed location information like photos, reviews, and operating hours from Google Maps
  • Limited daily rate limits enforced per day rather than monthly limits
  • Requires internet connection to access the API, limiting offline functionality
  • OpenStreetMap-based data may have inconsistent coverage in certain regions

MAPS.ME

  • Mobile-only - no web or desktop navigation client
  • Free tier limits offline map downloads and shows monetization prompts
  • No native Windows, macOS, or Linux app
  • Map data comes from the OpenStreetMap community rather than a commercial map provider

Pricing, plan by plan

Geoapify

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Geoapify review.

MAPS.ME

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the MAPS.ME review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Geoapify if

  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, API.
Geoapify review

Choose MAPS.ME if

  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android.
MAPS.ME review

Questions people ask

Is Geoapify or MAPS.ME better?
Neither clearly leads. Geoapify starts at Free and MAPS.ME at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Geoapify or MAPS.ME?
Geoapify starts at Free and MAPS.ME at Free.
Does Geoapify or MAPS.ME run on more platforms?
Geoapify runs on Web, API. MAPS.ME runs on iOS, Android.
Can I use Geoapify for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Geoapify best used for?
Geoapify is most often used for custom mapping with leaflet, maplibre or openlayers, address validation, geocoding and autocomplete, multi-stop route planning and logistics optimisation, points of interest search filtered by category and area. Of those, custom mapping with leaflet, maplibre or openlayers and address validation, geocoding and autocomplete are not what MAPS.ME is typically brought in for.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Geoapify: What APIs does Geoapify provide?

Geoapify provides six API categories: Maps (vector and raster tiles), Address Search (geocoding and reverse geocoding), Routes (route calculation and optimization), Places (POI search), Reachability and Analysis (isochrone generation), and IP Geolocation.

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MAPS.ME: Is MAPS.ME free to download and use?

MAPS.ME is available as a free download for both iOS via App Store and Android via Google Play. No pricing information is published on the MAPS.ME website, suggesting a free service model.

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Geoapify: What is Geoapify's pricing model?

Geoapify offers a free plan with 3,000 credits per day for low-volume usage and paid plans that scale with needs. The platform uses a credits-based system to measure API request complexity.

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MAPS.ME: What features are included in MAPS.ME?

MAPS.ME is marketed as 'not just an app but a friend in all your adventures.' Full feature details require downloading the app from App Store or Google Play. Specific limitations or premium features are not disclosed on the website.

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Geoapify: Can I cache and redistribute Geoapify results?

Yes, Geoapify emphasizes open-data-based APIs with permissive licensing that allows caching, storing, and redistributing results without vendor lock-in restrictions.

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MAPS.ME: How does MAPS.ME make money if the app is free?

MAPS.ME does not publish pricing or monetization details on its website. The app is available free on both iOS and Android platforms, but the business model for generating revenue is not disclosed publicly.

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