Top 10 Felt Alternatives 2026

Top 10 Felt Alternatives 2026

Felt brought collaborative web mapping to the mainstream with a beautiful, fast interface. But depending on your team's needs—operational workflows, field collection, deeper spatial analysis, or no-code apps—you may need something beyond a shared canvas. Here are ten alternatives to consider.

1. Atlas (Collaborative Maps + No-Code Apps)

Atlas shares Felt's collaborative spirit but adds operational depth: permissions, field loops, and a no-code app layer for recurring workflows.

• Real-time multiplayer editing with role-based access and team workspaces.
• No-code builder for filters, forms, dashboards, and embeddable spatial tools.
• Upload CSVs, GeoJSON, shapefiles, and connect to live data sources.
• Built-in field data collection with map-first forms for mobile teams.
• Spatial analysis tools (buffers, heatmaps, joins) without scripting.

Best for: Organizations that need collaborative maps AND operational tools—inspections, territory management, asset tracking—beyond just visual collaboration.

• Website: Atlas

2. Mapbox

Mapbox offers developer-centric tools for building fully custom map experiences with precise design control.

• Pixel-level basemap styling and custom data-driven layers.
• Rich APIs for geocoding, navigation, and spatial search.
• Full programmatic control through SDKs for web and mobile.

Best for: Engineering teams building branded, customer-facing map products where complete rendering control is essential.

3. CARTO

CARTO is a location intelligence platform for spatial analytics teams working with cloud data warehouses.

• SQL-based spatial analysis connected to BigQuery, Snowflake, and Redshift.
• GPU-powered rendering for large datasets with millions of points.
• Dashboard and app builder for analyst-driven workflows.

Best for: Analytics teams that need warehouse-connected spatial insights rather than visual map collaboration.

4. ArcGIS Online

Esri's hosted GIS portal provides enterprise-grade web mapping, analysis, and administration tools.

• Thousands of analysis functions, basemaps, and authoritative data layers.
• Enterprise security, roles, and governance for large organizations.
• Companion apps for storytelling, field collection, and app building.

Best for: Enterprise GIS programs that need comprehensive analysis, admin controls, and the full Esri ecosystem.

5. Scribble Maps

Scribble Maps offers quick, intuitive online map sketching and annotation without a heavy platform commitment.

• Immediate drawing tools for shapes, routes, and markers.
• Simple data overlays and image exports for reports.
• Low learning curve for one-off map creation tasks.

Best for: Quick planning visuals, meeting annotations, and lightweight map tasks that don't need a full platform.

6. Google My Maps

Google My Maps lets you create simple, shareable maps with pins, routes, and layers using familiar Google interfaces.

• Free and integrated with Google Drive and Sheets.
• Simple layer management for organizing different data types.
• Sharing via Google's familiar permissions model.

Best for: Personal projects and small teams that need basic pin maps with Google ecosystem integration.

7. MangoMap

MangoMap is a hosted web mapping platform for organizations that want to publish interactive maps online.

• Web map publishing with custom styles and multiple layers.
• Secure sharing with access controls for different audiences.
• Query and filter tools for map viewers.

Best for: Organizations that need to publish data-rich web maps for stakeholders without building custom applications.

8. GIS Cloud

GIS Cloud offers browser-based GIS with real-time collaboration, data management, and mobile field collection.

• Cloud-native GIS editing and analysis in the browser.
• Mobile data collection app for field teams.
• Real-time sync between office and field workflows.

Best for: Teams that need a cloud GIS platform with field collection capabilities and want to stay within a single vendor.

9. Kepler.gl

Kepler.gl is an open-source tool for exploratory geospatial data visualization, especially strong with large datasets.

• GPU-powered rendering of millions of points, arcs, and hex bins.
• No setup required—runs in the browser from a CSV or GeoJSON upload.
• Open source and extensible for embedding into custom applications.

Best for: Data scientists and analysts who want fast, exploratory visualization of large geospatial datasets.

10. MapLibre Ecosystem

The MapLibre ecosystem provides open-source map rendering libraries and tools for self-hosted mapping stacks.

• Community-driven fork of Mapbox GL JS with no proprietary lock-in.
• Works with any vector tile source and supports custom style specs.
• Growing ecosystem of tools, plugins, and hosted tile providers.

Best for: Developer teams that want open-source map rendering with full control over hosting and customization.

Platform Comparison Matrix

Choosing the Right Felt Alternative

• Need operational workflows (forms, permissions, apps)? Atlas builds on collaboration with tools your team uses daily.
• Building a map product? Mapbox or MapLibre give you full rendering control.
• Enterprise GIS program? ArcGIS Online provides the deepest analysis and governance.
• Quick one-off maps? Scribble Maps and Google My Maps work in seconds.

For a direct comparison, see the Felt alternative page on Atlas.

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