GeoMoose vs TerriaJS
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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TerriaJS
Web framework for geospatial data catalog explorers
| Feature | GeoMoose | TerriaJS |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Maps & GIS | Maps & GIS |
| License | MIT | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | TypeScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, source | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 64 | ★ 1,351 |
| First released | 2009 | 2015 |
| Replaces | ArcGIS Online | ArcGIS Online, Esri Hub |
Why pick each one
Choose GeoMoose if…
- Released under the MIT license
- Written in JavaScript
- Lightweight — runs in 512 MB RAM
Choose TerriaJS if…
- Released under the Apache-2.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Active community (1.4k GitHub stars)
- Written in TypeScript
Frequently asked questions
Is GeoMoose or TerriaJS better?
Neither is universally better. TerriaJS has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are GeoMoose and TerriaJS free and open-source?
Yes. GeoMoose is licensed under MIT and TerriaJS under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run GeoMoose and TerriaJS with Docker?
GeoMoose: check the project docs for container support. TerriaJS: yes.