GeoMoose vs GraphHopper
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted maps & gis options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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GeoMoose
Web mapping framework for spatial applications
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GraphHopper
Fast and flexible open-source routing engine
| Feature | GeoMoose | GraphHopper |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Maps & GIS | Maps & GIS |
| License | MIT | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | Java |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 4,096 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, source | docker, bare-metal, binary |
| GitHub stars | ★ 64 | ★ 6,619 |
| First released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Replaces | ArcGIS Online | Google Directions API |
Why pick each one
Choose GeoMoose if…
- Released under the MIT license
- Written in JavaScript
- Lightweight — runs in 512 MB RAM
Choose GraphHopper if…
- Released under the Apache-2.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Mature project with 6.6k GitHub stars
- Written in Java
Frequently asked questions
Is GeoMoose or GraphHopper better?
Neither is universally better. GraphHopper has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are GeoMoose and GraphHopper free and open-source?
Yes. GeoMoose is licensed under MIT and GraphHopper under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run GeoMoose and GraphHopper with Docker?
GeoMoose: check the project docs for container support. GraphHopper: yes.