OwnHomeMap vs MixPlaces: Which City Map Poster Should You Choose?
MixPlaces differentiates with 8 printing formats — from standard paper to wood, metal, acrylic, and even cork — plus a unique route map feature connecting multiple locations. How does it compare to OwnHomeMap on cartographic accuracy and visual themes?
| OwnHomeMap | MixPlaces | |
|---|---|---|
| Map data | OpenStreetMap (millions of streets) | Not disclosed |
| Visual themes | 17 unique themes | 20+ color palettes |
| Material formats | Paper, frame | 8 formats (paper, canvas, acrylic, wood, metal, cork, tiles, digital) |
| Multi-location route map | No | Yes (unique feature) |
| Road hierarchy | 5 detailed levels | Basic |
| Waterways and parks | Yes (toggleable) | Some themes |
| Entry price | 29 EUR (digital) | ~$39 (frequent discounts) |
| Languages | 8 languages | English only |
| Cross-device editing | Yes | Yes (progress saved) |
Why Choose OwnHomeMap
OpenStreetMap data with 17 themes
Accurate rendering of streets, parks and waterways via OpenStreetMap
Full customization: themes, shapes, text
From €29 — instant digital download
MixPlaces — Strengths
- +8 material formats (wood, metal, acrylic, cork...)
- +Route map connecting multiple locations (unique feature)
- +Proof review before production
- +15 font families
MixPlaces — Limitations
- -Map data source not disclosed
- -English only
- -Frequent discounts suggesting inflated base price
- -Basic road hierarchy
Our Verdict
OwnHomeMap excels in visual themes (17 vs color palettes) and cartographic accuracy with OpenStreetMap data. MixPlaces offers unmatched material variety (8 formats) and the unique ability to create route maps connecting multiple locations. Choose OwnHomeMap for cartographic quality and design, MixPlaces for unique materials and multi-location maps.