ArcGIS Living Atlas: Thousands of ready-made maps and data layers from Esri and its community. The National Map Viewer: Official US topographic data: elevation, hydrography, boundaries and imagery.
| ArcGIS Living Atlas | The National Map Viewer | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Map Platforms & National Atlases | Map Platforms & National Atlases |
| Coverage | Worldwide | United States |
| Updates | Continuously (community edits) | Periodically |
| Data source | Esri, governments and organisations | US Geological Survey |
| Made by | Esri | US Geological Survey |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Account | Free to view, account for extras | No account needed |
| On phones | Best on a computer | Best on a computer |
| 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 The National Map Viewer
- US topographic base layers
- Elevation and hydrography
- Free data downloads
Summary based on public information. Check each map's website for current features and prices.