MAPfrappe: Draw a shape on one map and see it at the same scale somewhere else. ShadeMap: Simulate shadows from buildings, trees and terrain at any time.
| MAPfrappe | ShadeMap | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Map Curiosities & Data Experiments | City & Urban Maps |
| Coverage | Worldwide | Worldwide |
| Updates | Static archive | Periodically |
| Data source | Map data | Elevation data and building footprints |
| Made by | MAPfrappe | Ted Piotrowski |
| Price | Free | Free + paid plan |
| Account | No account needed | No account needed |
| On phones | Best on a computer | Works well on phones |
| Map view | Flat map | 3D |
| Visits from ColorfulMaps | 0 | 0 |
| Open map | Open map |
What you can do with MAPfrappe
- Draw an outline and move it
- True-scale comparison
- Share links
What you can do with ShadeMap
- Shadows for any time and date
- Terrain, buildings and trees
- Sun exposure over a day
Summary based on public information. Check each map's website for current features and prices.