Tuesday Tech Tools: 16 Map Making Tools
/Amcharts
Creates charts and maps. Aimed at the needs of businesses. Free version or more options with a paid for a one-time fee of $90.
Atlist
Create custom Google Map with multiple markers that are embeddable. Add markers manually or by importing address data from an Excel spreadsheet or CSV. Example. Add directions, photos, etc. to modals (modals are the info windows that pop up when you click a marker).
Batchgeo
Map creator that generally easy-to-use and straightforward. Can be embedded into a site. Video explanation here. Free trial then $99 a month.
Canva*
Canva’s graphic design tools include a mind maps for organizating concepts Free. $12 a month for more options.
Clickable Map
Creates a map that opens a link when users click a region. Easy to use. Free.
Google Maps*
A powerful tool but with a bit a of learning curve. Useful for creating custom routes (for driving, biking or walking) between these markers. Will do distance calculations and measurements. Limited styling options: you can’t change the markers size or shape. You also can’t edit the modal. Free.
MapChart
Color code countries and regions on a world map. Click the country and choose a color. Create a legend then download your map. Free.
Mapcreator
This toll will create printable maps that can be exported and can save as an image. Used by newsrooms, real estate, government and tourism companies. Good for creating maps that need to be exported as an image. Free.
Mapline
Upload spreadsheets and display them as markers and shapes and categorize them within territory boundaries to a map. It includes route planning and other powerful feature. There is a free option with paid accounts starting at $695 a year.
MapMe
A embeddable basic custom interactive map creator. Especially for real estate and travel. Free for up to five maps with limited features. Requires an account. Paid accounts starting at $24 a month.
NatGeo MapMaker
This National Geographic tool will overlay climate and political data layers on a map. There are simple tools for adding text and shapes. Free.
One Place Field
Intended for software developers and programmers, this map maker is mobile-friendly. Simple interface, cloud-based. Users can overlay shapes, drawings, measurements, asset information, and field data onto satellite imagery. Works as a collaborative toll for teams in the field. There’s a 14-day free trial with full functionality, then paid accounts starting at $49 a month.
QuikMaps
Draw lines and place markers on a Google map using only your mouse cursor. Can be embedded. Free.
Scribble Maps
A map-maker with API capabilities to use on outside websites. Create a map, publish online, embed in a document, or print as a hard copy. High-resolution imagery makes it possible to create high-quality prints and posters.Free for as many as five maps. Despite the technical tools for pros, novice map makers can make good use of it as well. More features with paid accounts starting at $14.
Visme
Create graphics and maps just for a particular platform for social-specific content. Free for up to five maps with limited features. Paid accounts starting at $15 month.
ZeeMaps
Create interactive maps, even for large datasets. Does not require an account. Free for up to five maps. Import spreadsheets and render them as the base layer of a map. More features and no branding for paid accounts starting at $19.99.