Leaflet
Lightweight JavaScript library for interactive maps
Leaflet is a leading open-source JavaScript library for building mobile-friendly interactive maps. It is small, simple, and works with many tile providers and a large plugin ecosystem.
Key features
- Tiny footprint
- Mobile-friendly
- Huge plugin ecosystem
- Works with any tile source
Pros & cons
Strengths
- Tiny library footprint
- Huge plugin ecosystem
- Mobile-friendly by default
Trade-offs
- Tile provider needed
- No built-in 3D
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