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Jawg Maps

Jawg Maps — European map tile API with customizable vector styles and OpenStreetMap-based global coverage.

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Our Verdict

Reasonable Mapbox alternative for EU-focused apps prioritizing data residency and lower costs.

Pros

  • European hosting with GDPR compliance
  • Affordable alternative to Google Maps
  • OpenStreetMap-based with fresh updates
  • Custom vector styles for brand consistency

Cons

  • Traffic and routing less mature than Google
  • Smaller community than Mapbox
  • Coverage quality varies by region
  • Support limited vs global players
Best for: European SaaS needing GDPR-compliant maps without Google pricing Not for: Apps requiring best-in-class routing and traffic data

When to Use Jawg Maps

Good fit if you need

  • European OpenStreetMap tile API with custom vector styles
  • GDPR-compliant maps alternative to Google Maps for EU apps
  • Embedding styled MapLibre maps without self-hosting tile infra
  • Custom basemap styles for branded mapping applications
  • Geocoding and elevation APIs based on open map data

Jawg Maps Pricing

Pricing Model
freemium
Free Tier
Yes
Entry Price
Enterprise Available
No
Transparency Score

Beta — estimates may differ from actual pricing

1,000
1001K10K100K1M

Estimated Monthly Cost

$25

Estimated Annual Cost

$300

Estimates are approximate and may not reflect current pricing. Always check the official pricing page.

Lock-in Assessment

Low 5/5
Lock-in Score
5/5

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