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This interactive tool lets users explore different map projections to understand how the Earth's spherical shape gets represented on flat surfaces. It demonstrates the tradeoffs of various projection methods, showing… Below are 24 products that do a similar job, ranked by how close each is in meaning and then by launch-day votes. Interactively explore different map projections launched in 2017; newer entries below may have overtaken it.

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    The quickest and easiest territory mapping software that you ever used. Trusted by more than 1000 customers for data-driven decisions

    2018 · oalley.net · its alternatives →

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    I was wondering how I can arrange objects along a spherical helix path, and read some articles on it. I ended up learning about parametric equations again, and make this visualization to document what I learned: https://visualrambling.space/moving-objects-in-3d/ feel free to visit and let me know what you think!

    2025 · visualrambling.space · its alternatives →

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    Globe 3D▲151

    Convert your design into an interactive 3D globe

    2021 · globe-3d.vercel.app · its alternatives →

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    Mapus▲619

    An open source map tool with real-time collaboration

    2021 · github.com · its alternatives →

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    Open-source dotted maps and 3D globes for designers

    22d ago · globestudio.app · its alternatives →

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    Atlas.new▲524

    The AI agent for maps and spatial data

    Jan 2026 · atlas.new · its alternatives →

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    3D geographic visualization library. Contribute to w3reality/three-geo development by creating an account on GitHub.

    2018 · github.com · its alternatives →

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    Atlas is the AI-native GIS. Build maps, dashboards, and spatial workflows from a conversation — GIS-grade analysis, accessible to your whole team. Trusted by energy developers, asset managers, and field operations teams.

    2024 · atlas.co · its alternatives →

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    Flexible tool to build planet-scale vector tilesets from OpenStreetMap data fast - onthegomap/planetiler

    2021 · github.com · its alternatives →

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    The reddit of maps

    2019 · maplist.co · its alternatives →

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    I made a web app to generate 3D models of real places on earth from land cover and elevation data. Click anywhere on the map to get a polygon, and then click "generate". It should work at most scales, but if your watershed or region selection is too large, the result can be less exciting because it's so flat. As a warning, the 3D models can sometimes be too much for my phone. It's nicer on desktop. I'm still working better on mobile support. The land cover data I'm using gives a cool effect, but at some point I'd like to add in global imagery and clouds. The backend is a Python thread…

    2025 · topography.jessekv.com · its alternatives →

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    MapHub allows you to create, share and collaborate interactive maps online.

    2016 · maphub.net · its alternatives →

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    A framework for 3D geospatial visualization in the browser - UDST/vizicities

    2016 · github.com · its alternatives →

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    Use the interactive map to explore the Silk Roads, discover new routes, learn what resources and goods are traded, and find an outpost or town to dive into.

    Apr 2026 · intofarlands.com · its alternatives →

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    Globe wireframe visualizations in Golang. Contribute to mmcloughlin/globe development by creating an account on GitHub.

    2017 · github.com · its alternatives →

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    Topological visualizations for the masses

    2020 · topovis.iambeef.com · its alternatives →

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    map33.js is a JavaScript library to build 3D maps. Made by Openbloc with three.js.

    2020 · map33.openbloc.com · its alternatives →

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    Comprehensive GeoGuessr Resources with maps, quizzes & more

    2024 · geography.help · its alternatives →

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    Hi HN, I made a web game to practice country locations a while ago and HN liked it, so I thought I'd post my updated version as well. As for how the game works and feels, I'd really recommend you checking it out for yourself, it's free, no signup, no ads. The tech stack is Vue + ts + Tailwind/Daisy for the looks. The learning algorithm is a slight modification of the ts version of FSRS. If you have anything to add, it's open source as well (https://github.com/koljapluemer/learn-worldmap), although not well documented yet. In the end it's just a little sideproject,…

    2025 · map.koljapluemer.com · its alternatives →

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    Mapplic▲133

    Create beautiful interactive maps, embed anywhere

    2024 · mapplic.com · its alternatives →

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    Hi HN, I built a little tool to help me get better at remembering country locations on the map: https://learn-worldmap.netlify.app/ It's made from plain HTML/CSS/JS, and not intended to make any money or anything. Just thought that maybe someone else may enjoy it. Also of course happy about any feedback! Cheerz.

    2023 · learn-worldmap.netlify.app · its alternatives →

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    Draw a shape on a map, and compare with other areas.

    2021 · stamen.github.io · its alternatives →

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    2017 · xyz.insightdataengineering.com · its alternatives →

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