Comparison
LocStack vs Open-source Stack
Flexible, but heavy to maintain.
Open-source geocoders and datasets give you full control, but you take on hosting, data updates, and scaling. LocStack delivers managed infrastructure with predictable output quality.
Best for
Teams with dedicated GIS and infrastructure expertise.
LocStack advantage
- ✓ Managed infrastructure
- ✓ Consistent quality signals
- ✓ Support for production SLAs
Where Open-source Stack wins
- • Full control over tuning
- • No vendor lock-in
- • Custom hosting options
Tradeoffs to consider
- ! Infrastructure and data upkeep
- ! Scaling complexity
- ! Inconsistent output quality
Side-by-side
Key feature highlights
Focus on outcomes, not feature checklists.
Capability
Open-source Stack
LocStack
Maintenance
DIY hosting
Managed
Time to launch
Longer setup
Faster setup
Quality controls
Custom scripts
Built-in signals
Migration plan
Live in days, not weeks.
We map your current API usage, normalize fields, and help you ship a clean cutover plan.
- 1 Export your current address or coordinate payloads.
- 2 Map fields to the LocStack schema with guidance.
- 3 Launch in parallel with validation and confidence checks.
Why teams choose LocStack
- ✓ Location outputs stay consistent across products.
- ✓ Confidence signals automate downstream decisions.
- ✓ One schema keeps AI and analytics aligned.
Next step
Let's map your migration plan.
We will review your existing tooling and build a launch plan tailored to your team.