Jawg Maps
Jawg Maps — European map tile API with customizable vector styles and OpenStreetMap-based global coverage.
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
Lock-in Assessment
Low 5/5
Lock-in Score 5/5
Pricing
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- 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.
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