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Mappedin vs Nominatim

Mappedin logo

Mappedin

Maps & Navigation

Enterprise indoor mapping platform that helps venues create interactive 3D maps, wayfinding

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Nominatim logo

Nominatim

Maps & Navigation

Open-source geocoding tool for OpenStreetMap data, providing address search and reverse geocoding capabilities

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Mappedin has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Mappedin location naming is the leading source of integration failures, requiring manual cleanup of AI-generated labels; Nominatim the public API allows an absolute maximum of 1 request per second

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Mappedin and Nominatim actually diverge.

Attributes where Mappedin and Nominatim differ
AttributeMappedinNominatim
Starting priceFreeOn request
Pricing modelUnknownfreemium
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWeb, iOS, Android, CloudWeb
Founded2011Unknown

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Maps & Navigation).

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 Mappedin

Nothing recorded that Nominatim does not also cover.

Only in Nominatim

Nothing recorded that Mappedin 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.

Mappedin

No use cases recorded yet. See the Mappedin review.

Nominatim

  • Geocoding addresses to coordinates from OpenStreetMap datanot Mappedin
  • Reverse geocoding coordinates to a place namenot Mappedin
  • Self hosting a geocoder over an OSM extractnot Mappedin

Where each one falls short

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

Mappedin

  • Location naming is the leading source of integration failures, requiring manual cleanup of AI-generated labels
  • Multi-building campus maps not supported for Microsoft Places integration
  • No native digital signage CMS for integrated sign management
  • Limited analytics capabilities compared to competitors in complex enterprise environments

Nominatim

  • The public API allows an absolute maximum of 1 request per second
  • Bulk geocoding must run in a single thread and cannot be distributed across machines
  • Scripts running longer than a day or on a schedule are limited to 4 requests per minute
  • Autocomplete search against the public API is explicitly prohibited
  • Systematic queries such as grid based reverse lookups and complete data downloads are prohibited
  • Reselling geocoding results or acting as an API intermediary is prohibited
  • Every request must send a valid HTTP Referer or User-Agent identifying the application, and default library headers are rejected
  • Results must be cached client side, and repeated identical queries can lead to blocking
  • Attribution to OpenStreetMap under ODbL must be displayed

Pricing, plan by plan

Mappedin

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 1 map
    • Basic indoor mapping
    • No SDK access
  • Custom Enterprise$undefined/mo
    • Subscription-based on square footage
    • Full platform access
    • SDKs and APIs

Nominatim

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Nominatim review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Mappedin if

  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android, Cloud.
Mappedin review

Choose Nominatim if

Nothing in the data separates Nominatim from Mappedin on the points above - pick on price and on how each one feels to use.

Nominatim review

Questions people ask

Is Mappedin or Nominatim better?
Neither clearly leads. Mappedin starts at Free and Nominatim at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Mappedin or Nominatim?
Mappedin has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Mappedin and On request for Nominatim.
Does Mappedin or Nominatim run on more platforms?
Mappedin runs on Web, iOS, Android, Cloud. Nominatim runs on Web.
Can I use Mappedin for free?
Yes. Mappedin has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Nominatim starts at On request.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Mappedin: Does Mappedin support multi-building campus mapping?

Mappedin supports multi-building deployments, but the Places integration requires each building to be mapped as a separate venue rather than as one unified campus map.

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Mappedin: How long does it take to deploy Mappedin for a large venue?

Large venue deployments typically go live within 30-60 days from contract signature. The Mappedin Maker platform enables rapid map creation from floor plans, with professional map-making services available for additional fees.

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Mappedin: What platforms and SDKs does Mappedin provide?

Mappedin offers SDKs for Web, iOS, and Android, plus comprehensive APIs and webhooks for integrations. The platform supports venues including airports, shopping malls, stadiums, workplaces, and healthcare facilities.

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Mappedin: Does Mappedin have a free plan?

Yes, Mappedin offers a free plan for creating one initial digital map at app.mappedin.com. Pricing is subscription-based and scales with building size in square footage or square meters.

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Mappedin: What compliance certifications does Mappedin have?

Mappedin is SOC2 certified, GDPR compliant, and WCAG accessible. The platform includes real-time data management and analytics capabilities.

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