Google Earth Timelapse: Watch decades of change anywhere on Earth from satellite images. NASA Earth Observatory: Satellite image stories and global maps explained by NASA scientists.
| Google Earth Timelapse | NASA Earth Observatory | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Satellite & Aerial Imagery | Satellite & Aerial Imagery |
| Coverage | Worldwide | Worldwide |
| Updates | Yearly | Daily |
| Data source | Landsat and Sentinel imagery via Google Earth Engine | NASA satellites |
| Made by | NASA | |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Account | No account needed | No account needed |
| On phones | Works well on phones | Works well on phones |
| Map view | Flat map | Flat map |
| Visits from ColorfulMaps | 1 | 0 |
| Open map | Open map |
What you can do with Google Earth Timelapse
- Zoomable time-lapse of the whole planet
- Featured stories of change
- Shareable views
What you can do with NASA Earth Observatory
- Image of the day with explanations
- Global maps of climate variables
- Searchable archive of events
Summary based on public information. Check each map's website for current features and prices.