Google Earth vs OpenStreetMap : Which is Better?

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Google Earth

Google Earth is a software which creates the 3D visualization of geographical data developed by Google. Developed by Google Inc.

License: Free Personal

Categories: Travel & Location

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux Android iPhone

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OpenStreetMap

OpenStreetMap (OSM) is a collaborative project to create a free editable map of the world.

License: Open Source

Categories: Travel & Location

Apps available for Online

Google Earth VS OpenStreetMap Feature comparision

Feature Google Earth OpenStreetMap
Google Drive integration
Street panning and viewing
Community based
Police location
User generated
CrowdSourced
Open API
Works Offline
Apps with Offline Map Support
Public transportation
Route Planning
Customizable
Based on OpenStreetMap
Advanced markers
Waypoints
Real-time traffic
Turn-by-turn Navigation
3D Buildings
ICloud Integration
Nearby Search
Points of interest (POI)
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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