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Mappedin vs SW Maps

Mappedin logo

Mappedin

Maps

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

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
SW Maps logo

SW Maps

Maps

Free Android GIS data collector that pairs with external RTK GNSS receivers

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Mappedin location naming is the leading source of integration failures, requiring manual cleanup of AI-generated labels; SW Maps android only. There is no iOS version and no sign of one, which rules it out for organisations that issue iPhones and iPads to field staff.
  • They diverge on capability: Mappedin covers Core Functionality, SW Maps covers Custom feature layers.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 1 September 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Mappedin and SW Maps actually diverge.

Attributes where Mappedin and SW Maps differ
AttributeMappedinSW Maps
Pricing modelUnknownOpen source, no licence fee
PlatformsWeb, iOS, Android, CloudAndroid
Founded2011Unknown

Identical on both: starting price (Free), 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 Mappedin

  • Core Functionality
  • User Interface

Only in SW Maps

  • Custom feature layers
  • External GNSS support
  • Offline basemaps
  • Geospatial PDF layers
  • Vector import
  • Photo and media capture
  • Export formats
  • NTRIP client

What people use each for

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

Mappedin

  • Indoor navigation and map experience for buildingsnot SW Maps
  • Operations management for facility and workplace planningnot SW Maps

SW Maps

  • An NGO or municipal utility mapping water points, pipe networks or road assets on a budget that cannot absorb per-user GIS subscriptionsnot Mappedin
  • A survey team pairing a low-cost RTK receiver with Android tablets to collect centimetre-accurate attributed features without buying field software seatsnot Mappedin
  • A university field course teaching GNSS data collection where every student needs the tool on their own devicenot Mappedin
  • A consultant doing a one-off asset inventory who needs shapefile or GeoPackage output and does not want to start an annual subscription for a three-week jobnot 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

SW Maps

  • Android only. There is no iOS version and no sign of one, which rules it out for organisations that issue iPhones and iPads to field staff.
  • There is no back end: no user management, no central project sync, no audit trail. Data lives on the device until someone exports it, and a lost tablet is lost data.
  • No commercial support contract exists, so an organisation with a compliance requirement for vendor support cannot use it for regulated work regardless of technical fit.
  • It is maintained by a small consultancy as a side product of its own project work, so the roadmap follows Softwel’s needs and a feature you depend on may never be prioritised.
  • Form logic is basic compared with dedicated survey platforms: no meaningful skip logic, validation or multi-user assignment, so complex questionnaires quickly outgrow it.

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

SW Maps

Free
  • SW MapsFree
    • All features included
    • External RTK GNSS support
    • Unlimited layers and exports

Which should you pick?

Choose Mappedin if

  • You need core functionality.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android, Cloud.
  • You also want user interface.
Mappedin review

Choose SW Maps if

  • You need custom feature layers.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Android.
  • You also want external gnss support.
SW Maps review

Questions people ask

Is Mappedin or SW Maps better?
Neither clearly leads. Mappedin starts at Free and SW Maps at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Mappedin or SW Maps?
Mappedin starts at Free and SW Maps at Free.
Does Mappedin or SW Maps run on more platforms?
Mappedin runs on Web, iOS, Android, Cloud. SW Maps runs on Android.
Can I use Mappedin for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Mappedin best used for?
Mappedin is most often used for indoor navigation and map experience for buildings, operations management for facility and workplace planning. Of those, indoor navigation and map experience for buildings and operations management for facility and workplace planning are not what SW Maps is typically brought in for.
What can Mappedin do that SW Maps cannot?
Mappedin covers Core Functionality, User Interface. SW Maps covers Custom feature layers, External GNSS support, Offline basemaps, Geospatial PDF layers.

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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SW Maps: Is SW Maps really free?

Yes. It is free with no advertising and no paid tier. There is no subscription and no feature paywall.

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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SW Maps: Does it support RTK receivers?

Yes, over Bluetooth or USB serial, with NTRIP correction support, antenna height and per-point fix quality recording.

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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SW Maps: Is there an iOS version?

No. Android only.

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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SW Maps: Who maintains it?

Softwel, an engineering consultancy in Kathmandu, Nepal, which built it for its own infrastructure projects.

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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SW Maps: Can we get support?

Not contractually. There is no commercial support agreement, which is the main reason organisations with compliance obligations choose a paid alternative.

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