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Head-to-head · Map Creation Software

MapHub vs Proxi

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score MapHub #14 in Map Creation Software 7.4/10 Free plan · 7-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 2 of 4 features Visit MapHub
Proxi #17 in Map Creation Software 7.1/10 Free plan · 7-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 4 of 4 features Visit Proxi

MapHub leads on 0 checks, Proxi on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreMapHub · 7.4/10
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialboth
  • Most featuresProxi · 4 of 4

MapHub scores higher on our rubric for map creation software: 7.4 against 7.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #14 and #17.

MapHub is the better fit for GIS users needing powerful data workflows. Proxi is the better fit for branded directories and crowdsourced maps.

  • MapHub fits best

    GIS users needing powerful data workflows

  • Proxi fits best

    Branded directories and crowdsourced maps

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Side by side

Feature MapHub 7.4/10 Visit ↗ Proxi 7.1/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.4 7.1
Ranking #14 in Map Creation Software #17 in Map Creation Software
Best for GIS users needing powerful data workflows Branded directories and crowdsourced maps
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $15/mo —
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial 7 days 7 days
Free trial length 7 days · no card needed 7 days
Deployment Cloud, Browser extension Cloud, Browser extension
Platforms Web Web, Chrome extension
Support Email, Community, Docs Email, Live chat
Integrations 9 integrations 1,000+ integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features MapHub 2/4 · Proxi 4/4
Custom data import ✓ ✓
Built-in location data Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Web embedding ✓ ✓
Brand customization Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Specs
Map output types Interactive Interactive
Export formats TIF, FGB, GeoJSON, SHP, GPKG, XLSX, XYZ Tiles, Vector Tiles CSV, PDF
Collaboration level Shared Shared
Our review
Pros
  • Interactive filtering, styling, and analysis with kepler.gl
  • QGIS, Python, CLI, API, and major web mapping integrations
  • Shared workspaces with access management and embeddable maps
  • Imports spreadsheets, text, images, PDFs, URLs, and prompts
  • Supports branding, embeds, QR sharing, directories, and routing
  • Adds crowdsourced submissions with approval controls and analytics
Cons
  • Explorer limits access to tools
  • Business uses custom pricing and payment terms
  • Priority support starts on the Professional plan
  • Paid plan costs are determined through a pricing calculator
  • Mobile guides and passport events require Proxi Premium
  • Advanced workflows are split across Proxi Pro and Premium
Our verdict

MapHub is a cloud-based geospatial data platform for individuals and teams that need to upload, organize, preview, style, analyze, share, and embed raster and vector maps. It supports browser-based visualization alongside QGIS access,…

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Proxi is a browser-based map creation platform for organizations, communities, tourism teams, event organizers, directories, and content creators. It combines interactive maps with searchable directories, community event calendars, mobile…

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  1. MapHubMap Creation Software 7.4Free plan · 7-day trial
  2. ProxiMap Creation Software 7.1Free plan · 7-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • MapHub — where it wins

    • Interactive filtering, styling, and analysis with kepler.gl
    • QGIS, Python, CLI, API, and major web mapping integrations
    • Shared workspaces with access management and embeddable maps

    Where it doesn't

    • Explorer limits access to tools
    • Business uses custom pricing and payment terms
    • Priority support starts on the Professional plan

  • Proxi — where it wins

    • Imports spreadsheets, text, images, PDFs, URLs, and prompts
    • Supports branding, embeds, QR sharing, directories, and routing
    • Adds crowdsourced submissions with approval controls and analytics

    Where it doesn't

    • Paid plan costs are determined through a pricing calculator
    • Mobile guides and passport events require Proxi Premium
    • Advanced workflows are split across Proxi Pro and Premium
  • MapHub7.4/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial

    A flexible GIS workspace with interactive maps, exports, APIs, and shared access.

    Visit MapHubFull verdict →
  • Proxi7.1/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial

    A flexible map builder for branded directories, events, and crowdsourced location guides.

    Visit ProxiFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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