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# Azure Maps vs OpenStreetMap Comparison - What are their main differences?

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Reviews

**Azure Maps** [

4.1/5(12)

](https://www.g2.com/products/azure-maps/reviews#reviews)

**OpenStreetMap** [

3.9/5(19)

](https://www.g2.com/products/openstreetmap/reviews#reviews)

Pricing

**Azure Maps**
No pricing available

**OpenStreetMap**
No pricing available

**Pricing Insights**
from reviews

Pros & Cons

**Azure Maps**
Not enough data

**OpenStreetMap**
[
Easy Integration (1)
](https://www.g2.com/products/openstreetmap/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1990798&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Free Access (1)
](https://www.g2.com/products/openstreetmap/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1990796&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)

Ratings

Meets Requirements

**Azure Maps**

8.9

8.911

**OpenStreetMap**

8.9

8.914

Ease of Use

**Azure Maps**

8.3

8.311

**OpenStreetMap**

8.5

8.514

Ease of Setup

**Azure Maps**
Not enough data

**OpenStreetMap**
Not enough data

Ease of Admin

**Azure Maps**
Not enough data

**OpenStreetMap**
Not enough data

Quality of Support

**Azure Maps**

8.0

8.011

**OpenStreetMap**

7.9

7.911

Has the product been a good partner in doing business?

**Azure Maps**
Not enough data

**OpenStreetMap**
Not enough data

Product Direction (% positive)

**Azure Maps**

8.7

8.79

**OpenStreetMap**

7.5

7.514

Features

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8.1

8

7.8

14

Data Management

Data Capture

8.3(won by 0.6)

5

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

7.7

11

Data Storage

7.7

5

7.8(won by 0.1)

10

Data Manipulation

8.0(won by 0.5)

5

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

7.5

10

Data Visualization

Not enough data

8.5(won by default)

12

Data Capture and Transfer

Not enough data

Not enough data

Map Creation

Geocoding

8.6

7

8.9(won by 0.3)

12

Buffer Zone Query

7.6

7

8.0(won by 0.4)

9

Overlaying

8.3

7

8.5(won by 0.2)

12

Publishing

7.9(won by 0.5)

7

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

7.4

12

Analysis

Real-Time Streaming 

8.3(won by 0.9)

5

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

7.4

7

Spatial Analysis

Not enough data

7.8(won by default)

9

Reporting 

Not enough data

6.5(won by default)

10

Trend Analysis

Not enough data

Not enough data

Statistical Analysis

Not enough data

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting & Statistics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Color Codes/Icons

Not enough data

Not enough data

Map Creation

Not enough data

Not enough data

Geographic Maps

Not enough data

Not enough data

Location Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

Internet Mapping

Not enough data

Not enough data

API

Not enough data

Not enough data

Map Sharing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Interoperability

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting/Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Image Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

Geotargeting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Labeling

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Collection

Not enough data

Not enough data

Route Optimization

Not enough data

Not enough data

Geolocation

Not enough data

Not enough data

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Import/Export

Not enough data

Not enough data

Multi-Location

Not enough data

Not enough data

Census Data Integration

Not enough data

Not enough data

3D Imaging

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Mapping

Not enough data

Not enough data

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Not enough data

Not enough data

Reports

Reports Interface

Not enough data

Not enough data

Steps to Answer

Not enough data

Not enough data

Graphs and Charts

Not enough data

Not enough data

Score Cards

Not enough data

Not enough data

Dashboards

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Marketing Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Sales Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

Interactive Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

Self Service 

Calculated Fields

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Column Filtering

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Discovery

Not enough data

Not enough data

Search

Not enough data

Not enough data

Collaboration / Workflow

Not enough data

Not enough data

Automodeling

Not enough data

Not enough data

Natural Language Search

Not enough data

Not enough data

Visual Discovery

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Blending

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Blending

Not enough data

Not enough data

Advanced Analytics

Predictive Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Visualization

Not enough data

Not enough data

Big Data Services

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting/Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting/Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Visual Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Building Reports

Data Transformation

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Modeling

Not enough data

Not enough data

WYSIWYG Report Design

Not enough data

Not enough data

Integration APIs

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Data

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Data

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Platform

Mobile User Support

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customization 

Not enough data

Not enough data

User, Role, and Access Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Internationalization

Not enough data

Not enough data

Sandbox / Test Environments

Not enough data

Not enough data

Performance and Reliability

Not enough data

Not enough data

Breadth of Partner Applications

Not enough data

Not enough data

Mobile Access

Not enough data

Not enough data

Metadata Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

Customizable Branding

Not enough data

Not enough data

Natural Language Processing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Extraction

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

Ad hoc Reporting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Reporting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Publishing/Sharing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Collaboration Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

Strategic Planning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Self Service Data Preparation

Not enough data

Not enough data

Trend Analysis

Not enough data

Not enough data

Text Analysis

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Synchronization

Not enough data

Not enough data

Widgets

Not enough data

Not enough data

Benchmarking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Performance Metrics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Mapping

Not enough data

Not enough data

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Trend/Problem Indicators

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Templates

Not enough data

Not enough data

Access Controls/Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Import/Export

Not enough data

Not enough data

Profitability Analysis

Not enough data

Not enough data

OLAP

Not enough data

Not enough data

Alerts/Notifications

Not enough data

Not enough data

Search/Filter

Not enough data

Not enough data

Drag & Drop

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Connectors

Not enough data

Not enough data

Multiple Data Sources

Not enough data

Not enough data

Key Performance Indicators

Not enough data

Not enough data

Dashboard Creation

Not enough data

Not enough data

Role-Based Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Mining

Not enough data

Not enough data

Forecasting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Ad hoc Query

Not enough data

Not enough data

Location Intelligence[Hide 50 FeaturesShow 50 Features](javascript:void(0);)

Not enough data

Not enough data

Cartography

Geographic Maps

Not enough data

Not enough data

Vector Mapping 

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Visualization

Not enough data

Not enough data

Overlaying

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Mapping

Not enough data

Not enough data

Analysis

Predictive Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Distance Analysis 

Not enough data

Not enough data

Spatial Analysis

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Stream

Not enough data

Not enough data

Demographic Data

Not enough data

Not enough data

Trend Analysis

Not enough data

Not enough data

Trade Area Analysis

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting

Data Transformation

Not enough data

Not enough data

WYSIWYG Design

Not enough data

Not enough data

API Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

Customizable Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Geotargeting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Ad hoc Reporting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Search/Filter

Not enough data

Not enough data

Role-Based Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Alerts/Notifications

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting & Statistics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Geocoding

Not enough data

Not enough data

Widgets

Not enough data

Not enough data

Communication Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Behavioral Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Synchronization

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Import/Export

Not enough data

Not enough data

Multi-Location

Not enough data

Not enough data

Database Support

Not enough data

Not enough data

2D/3D Designing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customer Segmentation

Not enough data

Not enough data

Geofencing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Collaboration Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

Single Sign On

Not enough data

Not enough data

CAD Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Location Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting/Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Mobile Access

Not enough data

Not enough data

Access Controls/Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

User Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Notifications

Not enough data

Not enough data

Heatmaps

Not enough data

Not enough data

Route Optimization

Not enough data

Not enough data

User Insights

Reviewers' Company Size

[![Azure Maps](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_83a075cd6af4eb790a000880ae6bfb6d/azure-maps.jpg "Azure Maps")](https://www.g2.com/products/azure-maps/reviews)

Azure Maps

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

50.0%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

8.3%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

41.7%

[![OpenStreetMap](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_7d3aabd19d076254192f36d2df597308/openstreetmap.png "OpenStreetMap")](https://www.g2.com/products/openstreetmap/reviews)

OpenStreetMap

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

50.0%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

16.7%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

33.3%

Small-Business

(50 or fewer emp.)

50.0%

50.0%

Mid-Market

(51-1000 emp.)

8.3%

16.7%

Enterprise

(\> 1000 emp.)

41.7%

33.3%

Reviewers' Industry

[![Azure Maps](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_83a075cd6af4eb790a000880ae6bfb6d/azure-maps.jpg "Azure Maps")](https://www.g2.com/products/azure-maps/reviews)
Azure Maps

Consumer Electronics

16.7%

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

8.3%

Retail

8.3%

Restaurants

8.3%

Real Estate

8.3%

Other

50.0%

[![OpenStreetMap](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_7d3aabd19d076254192f36d2df597308/openstreetmap.png "OpenStreetMap")](https://www.g2.com/products/openstreetmap/reviews)
OpenStreetMap

Computer Software

11.1%

Accounting

5.6%

Apparel & Fashion

5.6%

Civil Engineering

5.6%

Computer Games

5.6%

Other

66.7%

FAQs

## Azure Maps vs OpenStreetMap FAQs

Generated using AI

Last updated: August 14, 2026

### What is the difference between Azure Maps vs OpenStreetMap?

Azure Maps stands out for its higher G2 rating and ease of use, while OpenStreetMap is recognized for its free access and community-driven updates.

| [Azure Maps](https://www.g2.com/products/azure-maps/reviews) | [OpenStreetMap](https://www.g2.com/products/openstreetmap/reviews) |
| --- | --- |
| 4.1/5 (12 reviews) | 3.9/5 (19 reviews) |
| Ease of Setup: 6.0 | Ease of Setup: 7.0 |
| Quality of Support: 8.0 | Quality of Support: 7.9 |
| Top Reviewer-Cited Strength: Accuracy and easy integration with Azure services | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength: Free access and community-driven updates |

### How do the pricing models of Azure Maps and OpenStreetMap compare?

Azure Maps is perceived as a stronger value for its low upfront cost and scalable pricing, while OpenStreetMap is favored for being free and open source.

- **Azure Maps:** Reviewers appreciate the low upfront cost and the ability to scale as needed, with positive sentiment on pricing options.
- **OpenStreetMap:** Reviewers consistently highlight that it is free to use and open source, making it attractive for cost-conscious buyers.

### What are the best alternatives to Azure Maps and OpenStreetMap?

The top three alternatives to Azure Maps and OpenStreetMap are Esri ArcGIS, Google Maps Platform, and Mapbox.

| Product | G2 Rating (reviews) | Pricing Insight | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Azure Maps](https://www.g2.com/products/azure-maps/reviews) | 4.1/5 (12) | Low upfront cost, scalable pricing | Accuracy and easy integration with Azure services |
| [OpenStreetMap](https://www.g2.com/products/openstreetmap/reviews) | 3.9/5 (19) | Free and open source | Free access and community-driven updates |
| [Esri ArcGIS](https://www.g2.com/products/esri-arcgis/reviews) | 4.5/5 (540) | — | — |
| [Google Maps Platform](https://www.g2.com/products/google-maps-platform/reviews) | 4.7/5 (60) | — | — |
| [Mapbox](https://www.g2.com/products/mapbox/reviews) | 4.3/5 (41) | — | — |

### Which GIS features should I prioritize when comparing Azure Maps and OpenStreetMap?

Buyers should prioritize ease of setup, quality of support, accuracy, integration capabilities, and cost structure when comparing Azure Maps and OpenStreetMap.

- **Ease of Setup:** Azure Maps 6.0, OpenStreetMap 7.0
- **Quality of Support:** Azure Maps 8.0, OpenStreetMap 7.9
- **Accuracy:** Azure Maps is frequently praised for accuracy in recent reviews; OpenStreetMap receives mixed feedback on data accuracy.
- **Integration Capabilities:** Azure Maps is noted for integration with Azure services; OpenStreetMap is highlighted for easy integration (1 all-time mention).
- **Cost Structure:** Azure Maps is valued for low upfront cost and scalability; OpenStreetMap is consistently cited as free and open source (1 all-time mention).

### What are the pros and cons of Azure Maps vs OpenStreetMap?

Azure Maps is strongest in accuracy and integration with Azure services, while OpenStreetMap's headline strength is its free, open-source model and community-driven updates.

- **Azure Maps strengths:** Accuracy, easy integration with Azure services, low upfront cost, and scalable pricing.
- **Azure Maps trade-offs:** Reviewers note occasional lag, incomplete features in preview, and complexity in advanced features like geo-fencing.
- **OpenStreetMap strengths:** Free access (1 all-time mention), community-driven updates, easy integration (1 all-time mention), and flexibility for custom projects.
- **OpenStreetMap trade-offs:** Mixed feedback on data accuracy, less intuitive editing tools, and patchy data quality due to reliance on community updates.

### Is Azure Maps or OpenStreetMap better for small businesses?

OpenStreetMap is a better fit for small businesses due to its free access and open-source model.

- **Azure Maps:** No largest segment data available; reviewers highlight low upfront cost and scalability, which can benefit small businesses with growth potential.
- **OpenStreetMap:** No largest segment data available; reviewers consistently cite free access and open-source flexibility as key advantages for small-business users.

### Which GIS platform has better integrations?

Azure Maps and OpenStreetMap are at parity for integrations, with both products receiving positive but limited recent mentions for integration capabilities.

- **Azure Maps:** Reviewers mention integration with Azure services and Power BI in recent reviews.
- **OpenStreetMap:** Reviewers highlight easy integration in recent reviews (1 all-time mention).

### How do Azure Maps and OpenStreetMap compare on customer support?

Azure Maps and OpenStreetMap are at parity on Quality of Support, with scores of 8.0 and 7.9 respectively.

- **Azure Maps:** Reviewers describe support as generally helpful, with scores ranging from 4.0 to 7.0 and positive experiences noted for setup and troubleshooting.
- **OpenStreetMap:** Reviewers report support experiences ranging from 3.0 to 7.0, with some noting the need to rely on community resources for assistance.

### Which is easier to implement, Azure Maps or OpenStreetMap?

OpenStreetMap is rated easier to implement, with an Ease of Setup score of 7.0 compared to Azure Maps at 6.0.

- **Azure Maps:** Reviewers describe setup as straightforward but note occasional complexity with advanced features and integration steps.
- **OpenStreetMap:** Reviewers highlight ease of integration and setup, with recent reviews citing its flexibility and user-friendly onboarding.

Alternatives

**Azure Maps Alternatives**

 ![Esri ArcGIS](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1530900667/esri-arcgis.svg "Esri ArcGIS")

[
Esri ArcGIS
](/products/esri-arcgis/reviews)

 ![Google Maps Platform](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_2cbe8c25d49763e01a3f3db6bf003e92/google-maps-platform.png "Google Maps Platform")

[
Google Maps Platform
](/products/google-maps-platform/reviews)

 ![Mapbox](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/bd02626401775e68ffe83b8dd7556273/mapbox.svg "Mapbox")

[
Mapbox
](/products/mapbox/reviews)

 ![ArcGIS Online](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_07a308622193f886da508e9dd849b6dc/arcgis-online.png "ArcGIS Online")

[
ArcGIS Online
](/products/arcgis-online/reviews)

**OpenStreetMap Alternatives**

 ![Esri ArcGIS](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1530900667/esri-arcgis.svg "Esri ArcGIS")

[
Esri ArcGIS
](/products/esri-arcgis/reviews)

 ![Mapbox](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/bd02626401775e68ffe83b8dd7556273/mapbox.svg "Mapbox")

[
Mapbox
](/products/mapbox/reviews)

 ![GeoServer](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_eca76b9ae89bbc5f074374f16d948da6/geoserver.png "GeoServer")

[
GeoServer
](/products/geoserver/reviews)

 ![Google Maps Platform](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_2cbe8c25d49763e01a3f3db6bf003e92/google-maps-platform.png "Google Maps Platform")

[
Google Maps Platform
](/products/google-maps-platform/reviews)

## Azure Maps vs OpenStreetMap

- Azure Maps and OpenStreetMap both meet the requirements of our reviewers at a comparable rate.
- When comparing quality of ongoing product support, reviewers felt that Azure Maps is the preferred option.
- For feature updates and roadmaps, our reviewers preferred the direction of Azure Maps over OpenStreetMap.