The Best Closeby Alternative
Love Closeby's clean design but want more? Maptera matches the polish and adds a native Wix app, auto-generated SEO location pages, and a path to unlimited locations with a REST API. Free forever to start.
Maptera vs Closeby: Feature Comparison
| Feature | Maptera | Closeby |
|---|---|---|
| Free Plan | Free forever (10 locations) | Yes (starter tier) |
| Paid Plan Starting Price | $17.99/month (Pro) | Tiered by plan |
| Locations (Free / Pro / Enterprise) | 10 / 100 / Unlimited | Tiered by plan |
| Native Shopify App | Yes (theme block) | Yes |
| Native Wix App | Yes | Embed only |
| SEO Location Pages | Yes (auto-generated) | Limited |
| Design-forward UI | Yes | Yes |
| Remove Branding | Pro & Enterprise | Paid tiers |
| REST API Access | Enterprise | Limited |
| Bulk CSV Import | Yes | Yes |
Maptera tiers from our published pricing; Closeby details reflect publicly listed plans and may change.
Why Teams Choose Maptera Over Closeby
Same clean design — plus broader platform reach, better SEO, and room to scale.
Native Wix App, Not Just Shopify
Maptera installs natively on both Shopify and Wix, plus a universal embed for any other platform. Closeby installs on non-Shopify platforms via embed.
Auto-Generated SEO Location Pages
Every location gets an indexable page with LocalBusiness structured data and a sitemap entry, helping you rank for "near me" searches beyond the embedded map.
Transparent, Lower-Cost Plans
Free forever for 10 locations, Pro at $17.99/month for 100, and Enterprise at $59/month for unlimited. Clear published pricing, no surprises.
Full REST API on Enterprise
Build headless and custom integrations with full REST API access on the Enterprise plan, alongside unlimited locations.
Fast, Clean Setup
A modern, design-forward locator that goes live in minutes — with theme controls, brand colors, and multiple layouts.
Real Support
Help from real people whenever you need it, from launch through scaling your location network.
Easy Migration from Closeby
Switching to Maptera is simple. Here's how to migrate in 3 easy steps:
Export Your Data
Download your location data from Closeby as a CSV file, including addresses, hours, and any custom attributes.
Import to Maptera
Create your Maptera account and use bulk import to upload your CSV. The geocoder automatically converts addresses to map coordinates.
Install & Go Live
Add the native Shopify or Wix app, or paste the universal embed. Your locator is live with all your locations and SEO location pages.
Free forever for 10 locations • No credit card required
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Maptera compare to Closeby?
Both are clean, modern store locators with free starter tiers and native Shopify apps. Maptera adds a native Wix app, auto-generated SEO location pages with LocalBusiness structured data, and an Enterprise plan with unlimited locations and the full REST API. Maptera Pro is $17.99/month for 100 locations.
Is there a free Closeby alternative?
Yes. Maptera's free-forever plan supports up to 10 locations with the map, search, geocoding, and SEO location pages — no credit card required. It is a direct, no-cost alternative for small stores.
Does Maptera look as good as Closeby?
Yes. Maptera is design-forward and fully customizable — theme controls, brand colors, and multiple layouts (sidebar, full map, list-only). You can match it to your site without writing CSS.
Can I migrate from Closeby to Maptera?
Yes. Export your locations from Closeby as a CSV and import them into Maptera. Our bulk import and geocoder convert addresses to map coordinates automatically, then you install the native Shopify or Wix app or paste the universal embed.
Which is better for SEO, Maptera or Closeby?
Maptera has the edge if local SEO matters to you, because it auto-generates an indexable location page per store with LocalBusiness structured data and a sitemap entry. That gives search engines real pages to rank for "near me" and city-level queries.
Ready to help customers find your stores?
Get started today with our 14-day free trial. No credit card required.