CalTopo: Backcountry map for planning with slope angle, topo and fire layers. komoot: Plan hikes and bike rides with routing that knows the surfaces.
| CalTopo | komoot | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Hiking, Ski & Outdoor Maps | Hiking, Ski & Outdoor Maps |
| Coverage | Worldwide, best in the US | Worldwide, best in Europe |
| Updates | Periodically | Continuously (community edits) |
| Data source | USGS, satellite imagery and many other layers | OpenStreetMap and community content |
| Made by | CalTopo | komoot |
| Price | Free + paid plan | Free + paid plan |
| Account | Free to view, account for extras | Free to view, account for extras |
| On phones | Best on a computer | Phone app available |
| Map view | Flat map | Flat map |
| Visits from ColorfulMaps | 0 | 0 |
| Open map | Open map |
What you can do with CalTopo
- Topo maps with slope-angle shading
- Draw and measure routes
- Print large maps
- Many specialist layers
What you can do with komoot
- Route planning by sport type
- Surface and way types
- Highlights from the community
- Offline maps by region
Summary based on public information. Check each map's website for current features and prices.