Google Earth Timelapse: Watch decades of change anywhere on Earth from satellite images. Soar: A digital atlas of satellite, drone and map imagery shared by users.
| Google Earth Timelapse | Soar | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Satellite & Aerial Imagery | Satellite & Aerial Imagery |
| Coverage | Worldwide | Worldwide |
| Updates | Yearly | Continuously (community edits) |
| Data source | Landsat and Sentinel imagery via Google Earth Engine | User uploads and satellite providers |
| Made by | Soar | |
| Price | Free | Free + paid plan |
| Account | No account needed | Free to view, account for extras |
| 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 Soar
- Community uploaded maps and drone imagery
- Satellite imagery browsing
- Upload and share your own maps
Summary based on public information. Check each map's website for current features and prices.