tmap

What it is

tmap is an R package for creating static and interactive maps of geospatial data. It supports both traditional map creation and integration with the Leaflet library for dynamic, web-based visualizations.

tmap stands out as an open-source, R-centric solution that offers both static and interactive mapping capabilities, making it ideal for developers who prefer working within the R ecosystem.

When it fits — and when it doesn’t

Known weaknesses

Each one links to the public issue, changelog or docs page it came from, where we have one.

1. 01

   Limited support for complex geospatial data transformations

   tmap's functionality is primarily focused on visualization rather than advanced spatial analysis, which may require additional R packages or tools

2. 02

   Performance issues with large datasets

   Rendering complex maps with a high number of geospatial features can lead to slow performance and increased memory usage

3. 03

   Limited customization options for interactive maps

   While tmap integrates well with Leaflet, the level of customization available through tmap itself is somewhat limited compared to direct use of JavaScript libraries like Leaflet or Mapbox GL JS

4. 04

   Dependence on external packages for full functionality

   To achieve full potential, users often need to integrate tmap with other R packages such as sf and ggplot2, which adds complexity to the workflow

What it does well

• Support for static and interactive map creation

• Integration with Leaflet for web-based visualizations

• Comprehensive documentation and examples

Pricing

Free tier

YesOpen source — free to use

Paid from

$0

Model

Flat rate

Enterprise plan

No

Pricing not independently confirmed — check the vendor’s page.