Soar: A digital atlas of satellite, drone and map imagery shared by users. USGS EarthExplorer: Search and download Landsat and other satellite and aerial archives.
| Soar | USGS EarthExplorer | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Satellite & Aerial Imagery | Satellite & Aerial Imagery |
| Coverage | Worldwide | Worldwide |
| Updates | Continuously (community edits) | Daily |
| Data source | User uploads and satellite providers | Landsat and USGS archives |
| Made by | Soar | US Geological Survey |
| Price | Free + paid plan | Free |
| Account | Free to view, account for extras | Free to view, account for extras |
| On phones | Works well on phones | Best on a computer |
| Map view | Flat map | Flat map |
| Visits from ColorfulMaps | 0 | 0 |
| Open map | Open map |
What you can do with Soar
- Community uploaded maps and drone imagery
- Satellite imagery browsing
- Upload and share your own maps
What you can do with USGS EarthExplorer
- Landsat archive since 1972
- Aerial photography and elevation data
- Search by place, date and cloud cover
Summary based on public information. Check each map's website for current features and prices.