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PlaceKit

Worldwide geocoding API and address autocomplete, store locator, and two-way geocoding for your apps.

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  • REST API
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  • JavaScript
  • Node JS
  • ReactJS

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    2023-06-13

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  1. User avatar
     
    Great Product!

    I've been looking for an alternative to Algolia Places but the existing solutions are either too expensive or lack worldwide support. Placekit was the right solution for me: simple, efficient, affordable and loved the dashboard design.

    🏁 Competitors: Mapbox
    πŸ‘ Pros:    Affordable price|Well designed|Simple but powerful
    πŸ‘Ž Cons:    Minimal documentation
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    πŸŽ¨πŸš€ Unleash Your Creativity with Placekit's Locations Search API! 🌍✨

    As a designer who occasionally dives into development, I've discovered a hidden gem in Placekit's Locations Search API. It's a one-stop solution that seamlessly caters to all my location-related needs, providing an unparalleled user experience.

    πŸ” With a few simple keystrokes, users can effortlessly fill their complete address, thanks to the lightning-fast autocomplete feature. This not only boosts conversion rates but also saves valuable time for both developers and end-users.

    ⚑️ Powered by Algolia's cutting-edge search engine, the API delivers blazing fast responses. Typos? Not a problem! Its typo-tolerant nature ensures accurate results even when users fumble their input.

    🌐 The worldwide places search capability is a game-changer for global applications. Whether it's finding the nearest coffee shop or a hidden gem in a remote town, Placekit has us covered. The API's high-relevance search guarantees that users discover precisely what they're looking for, no matter where they are.

    πŸ“ Integrating store location functionalities into my app has never been easier. The two-way geocoding feature not only enables me to pinpoint specific addresses but also converts coordinates into human-readable locations effortlessly.

    πŸ› οΈ One of the most exciting features on the horizon is live patching. Soon, I'll have the power to patch errors instantly, making updates immediately available to my users. This level of control and agility is a game-changer for ensuring accurate and up-to-date information.

    πŸ’° On top of everything, Placekit's transparent and simple pricing structure gives me peace of mind. I can focus on designing exceptional user experiences without worrying about complex pricing models.

    🌟 In a nutshell, Placekit's Locations Search API is a designer's dream. It combines functionality, speed, and ease of use to provide an unparalleled location search experience. Whether you're a designer, developer, or both, this API is a must-have tool in your arsenal. Take your app to new heights with Placekit! βœ¨πŸš€

    🏁 Competitors: Algolia Places
    πŸ‘ Pros:    Comprehensive functionality|Simplified address input|Fast and accurate search|Global coverage|Transparent pricing
    πŸ‘Ž Cons:    Dependency on external service|Learning curve|Limited customization|Potential cost considerations

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Questions & Answers

As answered by people managing PlaceKit.
  1. Which are the primary technologies used for building your product?

    • Algolia
    • OpenStreetMap
    • Geonames
    • BAN
  2. What's the story behind PlaceKit?

    Algolia Places was an address autocomplete solution powered by the famous Algolia search engine and loved by developers. It eventually got sunset on May 2022, forcing its customers to compromise with other solutions.

    We, two former employees working on Algolia Places, took on a mission to revive Algolia Places, and bring it further, making it a full geocoding service: meet PlaceKit!

  3. What makes PlaceKit unique?

    1. Unique API - One unified API providing all the data and covering all use-cases
    2. Transparent and simple pricing - Pay only for what you consume with our per-request pricing
    3. Blazing fast using Algolia engine
    4. Great developer experience

    What makes us really unique?

    PlaceKit is the only geocoding solution providing the Live Patching feature aka fixing address / POIs on the fly and make it instantly available to your users.

Social recommendations and mentions

We have tracked the following product recommendations or mentions on various public social media platforms and blogs. They can help you see what people think about PlaceKit and what they use it for.
  • Google Maps is always right… right?
    We recently integrated a new country-state boundary functionality into our PlaceKit API. To estimate performance, we tested our system against the Google Maps API and encountered unexpected anomalies. A manual review of each discrepancy led to an interesting discovery: we traced all anomalies back to Google Maps, offering a glimpse into its occasionally flawed calculations. - Source: dev.to / 6 months ago
  • Making React-Leaflet work with NextJS
    I've run into some issues implementing React Leaflet with NextJS for our admin panel at PlaceKit. So let's gather my findings into a single article, hoping it'll save you some time. - Source: dev.to / 11 months ago

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    Β· 8 months ago
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    Reduce your GoogleMaps and MapBox bill. Better UX, speed and data quality.

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