GraphHopper vs Microsoft MapPoint

GraphHopper

Description: GraphHopper is an open-source routing engine for various forms of transportation. It is optimized for fast calculations and uses road network data from OpenStreetMap to find the best route between locations for driving, walking, cycling and more.

Type: software

Pricing: Open Source

Microsoft MapPoint

Description: Microsoft MapPoint is a discontinued mapping and geographic information software designed to visualize data on maps. It allowed users to create custom maps, perform geographic analysis, and integrate location intelligence into business processes.

Type: software

GraphHopper Features

• Open source routing engine
• Uses OpenStreetMap data
• Supports driving, walking, cycling and other modes of transport
• Fast route calculation
• Web API for querying routes
• Supports multiple vehicle profiles
• Can find shortest or fastest routes
• Has turn-by-turn instructions
• Can optimize routes for multiple stops
• Has traffic avoidance

Microsoft MapPoint Features

• Geocoding and reverse geocoding
• Routing and driving directions
• Demographic data mapping
• Site selection analysis
• Territory mapping and optimization
• Location-based sales and service planning
• Map creation and customization
• Integration with Microsoft Office and SharePoint

GraphHopper

• Open Source

Microsoft MapPoint

• Not listed