Google Maps: The everyday map: directions, places, traffic, Street View and satellite. The National Map Viewer: Official US topographic data: elevation, hydrography, boundaries and imagery.
| Google Maps | The National Map Viewer | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Map Platforms & National Atlases | Map Platforms & National Atlases |
| Coverage | Worldwide | United States |
| Updates | Continuously (community edits) | Periodically |
| Data source | Google data, partners and user contributions | US Geological Survey |
| Made by | US Geological Survey | |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Account | No account needed | No account needed |
| On phones | Phone app available | Best on a computer |
| Map view | Flat map | Flat map |
| Visits from ColorfulMaps | 0 | 0 |
| Open map | Open map |
What you can do with Google Maps
- Directions by car, transit, bike and foot
- Live traffic
- Places, reviews and opening hours
- Street View and satellite layers
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.