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Head-to-head · Map Creation Software

Scribble Maps vs MapTiler Cloud

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score Scribble Maps #2 in Map Creation Software 8.7/10 Free plan · 7-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 4 features Visit Scribble Maps
MapTiler Cloud #6 in Map Creation Software 8.2/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 4 features Visit MapTiler Cloud

Scribble Maps leads on 1 check, MapTiler Cloud on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreScribble Maps · 8.7/10
  • Lowest starting priceScribble Maps · $14/mo
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialonly Scribble Maps

Scribble Maps scores higher on our rubric for map creation software: 8.7 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #6.

Scribble Maps is cheaper to start at $14/mo against $30/mo.

Scribble Maps is the better fit for flexible maps with exports and integrations. MapTiler Cloud is the better fit for developers building custom map applications.

  • Scribble Maps fits best

    Flexible maps with exports and integrations

  • MapTiler Cloud fits best

    Developers building custom map applications

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Side by side

Feature Scribble Maps 8.7/10 Visit ↗ MapTiler Cloud 8.2/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.7 8.2
Ranking #2 in Map Creation Software #6 in Map Creation Software
Best for Flexible maps with exports and integrations Developers building custom map applications
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $14/mo (best) $30/mo
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial 7 days —
Deployment Cloud, Self-hosted Cloud, Mobile, Browser extension
Platforms Web Web, iOS, Android
Support Email, Tickets, Community, Docs Email, Tickets, Docs
Integrations 8 integrations 11 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Scribble Maps 0/4 · MapTiler Cloud 0/4
Custom data import Not checked yet Not checked yet
Built-in location data Not checked yet Not checked yet
Web embedding Not checked yet Not checked yet
Brand customization Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Map output types Not checked yet Not checked yet
Export formats Not checked yet Not checked yet
Collaboration level Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Imports spreadsheets and geodata, with layers, filters, routes, and heatmaps
  • Exports GeoJSON, KML, CSV, GPX, SHP, and DXF data
  • Supports embeds, APIs, white labeling, and business data integrations
  • Custom map styles with vector and raster geodata hosting
  • SDKs, APIs, search, geocoding, and location services
  • Works with web, iOS, Android, GIS, and developer frameworks
Cons
  • The Free plan is limited to five maps and 450x450px image exports
  • Advanced data connectors and route optimization require Pro Business
  • Pro Basic includes monthly geocoding and credit allowances
  • Free maps include MapTiler branding
  • Free use is limited to personal or non-commercial projects
  • Flex starts at $30 per month; Custom requires a volume contract
Our verdict

Scribble Maps is a browser-based mapping tool for hobbyists, researchers, professionals, businesses, governments, and enterprise teams. It combines drawing tools with data import, layer management, filtering, analysis, heatmaps, sharing,…

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MapTiler Cloud is a cloud mapping platform for developers and organizations creating web and mobile applications. It combines custom basemap design, vector and raster geodata upload and hosting, interactive maps, static map generation,…

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  1. Scribble MapsMap Creation Software 8.7Free plan · 7-day trial
  2. MapTiler CloudMap Creation Software 8.2Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Scribble Maps — where it wins

    • Imports spreadsheets and geodata, with layers, filters, routes, and heatmaps
    • Exports GeoJSON, KML, CSV, GPX, SHP, and DXF data
    • Supports embeds, APIs, white labeling, and business data integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • The Free plan is limited to five maps and 450x450px image exports
    • Advanced data connectors and route optimization require Pro Business
    • Pro Basic includes monthly geocoding and credit allowances

  • MapTiler Cloud — where it wins

    • Custom map styles with vector and raster geodata hosting
    • SDKs, APIs, search, geocoding, and location services
    • Works with web, iOS, Android, GIS, and developer frameworks

    Where it doesn't

    • Free maps include MapTiler branding
    • Free use is limited to personal or non-commercial projects
    • Flex starts at $30 per month; Custom requires a volume contract

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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