Alternatives to GRASS
An open-source geospatial processing engine for raster, vector and imagery analysis. The listings below can replace it for an important use case. Each note says what changes if you switch.
The original
GRASS
An open-source geospatial processing engine for raster, vector and imagery analysis.
Replacements
Listings that take over the same core job as GRASS.
QGIS
A free and open-source desktop GIS for making maps, editing spatial data and running analysis.
QGIS is also free and open source, adding a print layout designer and CAD-like editing tools alongside analysis, with a dense interface that suits mapmaking.
Similar software
Related functionality, not a direct replacement.
kepler.gl
An open-source WebGL web application for visualizing and exploring large geospatial datasets.
GeoServer
An open-source server that publishes geospatial data from common spatial sources through open OGC standards.
MapServer
An open-source server platform for publishing spatial data and interactive maps on the web.
Copernicus Browser
A web application for browsing, visualising and downloading imagery from all Copernicus satellite missions.
