MapChart
Free online map maker for color-coded custom maps and infographics
About MapChart
MapChart is a browser-based map customization tool that lets users create color-coded maps of the world, continents, countries, and US states/counties. Used daily across classrooms, journals, blogs, scientific papers, market research, sales presentations, and infographics, MapChart offers a free tier with full map-making capabilities plus a Plus subscription for ad-free use, cloud saving, mobile access, and reusable color palettes.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Generous free tier with no signup required and unlimited downloads
- Massive selection of base maps including subdivisions and historical scenarios
- Simple click-to-color interface that non-designers can use in minutes
- Plus plan is inexpensive at $39.99/year with a 14-day refund policy
- Output is Creative Commons licensed and safe to use in publications
Cons
- Free tier shows advertisements
- Mobile app is iOS only; no native Android app
- Customization is limited compared to full GIS or BI tools
- No live data feeds or API; data entry is manual or via spreadsheet import
Key Features
Color-Coded Map Builder
Click any region to assign a color from preset or custom schemes, then download as a high-quality image with a legend
Extensive Map Library
World, continent, country, US states/counties/congressional districts, plus specialized fantasy and historical gaming maps
Pattern Fills for Dual Classification
Apply striped or dotted patterns to represent two attributes per region on a single map
Custom Legends and Styling
Edit titles, legend labels, background colors, borders, and font styling to match brand or publication requirements
Cloud Account Saving (Plus)
Plus subscribers save up to 1,000 map configurations and 1,000 custom colors/patterns to their account with cross-device sync
Spreadsheet Integration
Connect with Excel, Google Sheets, and Airtable to drive map colors directly from data
Mobile App (iOS)
Plus subscribers get iOS app access to create and edit maps on the go
Shareable Map Links
Plus users can generate shareable URLs to send finished maps to colleagues or embed in workflows
Pricing
- All map types and core editor
- Unlimited map downloads as image files
- Custom colors, legends, and patterns
- Spreadsheet data integration
- Includes advertisements
- Everything in Free
- Save up to 1,000 maps to your account
- Save up to 1,000 custom colors/patterns
- Cross-device synchronization
- Shareable map links
- iOS mobile app access
- Ad-free experience
- 14-day no-questions refund policy