ArcGIS Living Atlas: Thousands of ready-made maps and data layers from Esri and its community. Bing Maps: Microsoft's map with aerial imagery, directions and traffic.
| ArcGIS Living Atlas | Bing Maps | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Map Platforms & National Atlases | Map Platforms & National Atlases |
| Coverage | Worldwide | Worldwide |
| Updates | Continuously (community edits) | Continuously (community edits) |
| Data source | Esri, governments and organisations | Microsoft and partners |
| Made by | Esri | Microsoft |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Account | Free to view, account for extras | No account needed |
| On phones | Best on a computer | Works well on phones |
| Map view | Flat map | Flat map |
| Visits from ColorfulMaps | 0 | 0 |
| Open map | Open map |
What you can do with ArcGIS Living Atlas
- Browse thousands of curated layers
- Live feeds such as weather and traffic
- Apps and story maps
What you can do with Bing Maps
- Road and aerial maps
- Directions and traffic
- Imagery to compare with other providers
Summary based on public information. Check each map's website for current features and prices.