Stash + Metromap
Updated November 2026: MetroMap imagery is now the Metromap Aerial basemap in the Layers panel, a paid add-on with a date picker for going back to older captures. The steps below show how to turn it on, and the 2023 launch price has been removed.
We are excited to announce the launch of Metromap aerial imagery inside Stash
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When it comes to aerial imagery, Google Maps has long been the go-to choice for individuals and businesses alike. However, a new contender has emerged in the realm of aerial mapping.
Metromaps offers distinct advantages that set it apart from Google Maps. In this article, we will explore why Metromaps has gained traction as a superior option for aerial imagery and how it outshines Google Maps in various aspects.
About Metromap
Metromaps is an innovative aerial mapping service that specializes in providing high-resolution and up-to-date aerial imagery for urban areas. With a strong focus on cities, Metromaps offers unparalleled detail and precision, catering to the specific needs of urban planning, architecture, and related industries. By leveraging advanced aerial photography techniques and a swift update cycle, Metromaps ensures that its imagery reflects the latest developments and changes in urban landscapes.
Stash + Metromaps. The latest aerial imagery
The Rise of Metromaps: Why It Surpasses Google Maps for Aerial Imagery
Unmatched Resolution and Detail:
Metromaps prides itself on delivering aerial imagery with unmatched resolution and detail. Leveraging state-of-the-art aerial photography techniques, Metromaps captures high-resolution images that allow for precise analysis and evaluation. Whether you’re conducting environmental studies, assessing infrastructure, or planning urban development, Metromaps’ imagery offers unparalleled clarity and accuracy. In comparison, Google Maps often provides lower-resolution images, limiting their utility for professionals requiring intricate visual details.
Specialised Focus on Urban Areas:
Metromaps differentiates itself by focusing specifically on urban areas, catering to the unique needs of urban planning, architecture, and related industries. By concentrating its efforts on metropolitan regions, Metromaps captures imagery with a sharper focus on cities, delivering enhanced detail and information. This specialized approach allows professionals to make more informed decisions and gain a deeper understanding of urban landscapes. In contrast, Google Maps covers a broader range of locations, which may result in less detailed aerial imagery in densely populated areas.
Rapid Updates:
Metromaps excels in providing frequent updates, allowing users to stay abreast of rapidly changing urban environments. With a swift update cycle, Metromaps ensures that its aerial imagery is continuously refreshed, reflecting the latest developments and changes. This responsiveness is particularly valuable for industries requiring up-to-date information, such as emergency services, transportation planning, and construction projects. In contrast, Google Maps relies on a combination of satellite imagery and third-party providers, which can lead to delays in reflecting recent updates.
How to get the latest aerial imagery in Stash today
- Go to the area. Search for a suburb or address, or open a property from your Property Pipeline.
- Open Layers. Click the Layers button on the right-hand side of the map.
- Switch on Metromap Aerial. It's under Basemaps. The label next to it shows ACTIVE if you have the add-on, FREE TRIAL during a trial, or ACTIVATE if you don't. Click ACTIVATE to add it in the Billing Centre.
- Zoom in. MetroMap imagery shows at around street level. Zoomed out, you'll see a street map instead.
- Pick a capture date. A date picker appears at the top of the map, with the latest capture selected. Open it, or use the arrows either side, to step back through older imagery of the same spot.
Your overlays, such as zoning or boundaries, still show on top of the aerial, and with the add-on your Property Reports use MetroMap aerials too. MetroMap covers most capital cities and many inner-city areas. Elsewhere, imagery may be older or unavailable. Full steps: Turn on recent aerial imagery and Go back in time with recent aerial imagery. To use aerials to spot sites, see Find development sites with recent aerial imagery.
Metromap Aerial is a paid add-on, and some plans include it during the free trial. Check the current price in the Billing Centre or on our plans page.
Metromap is a great addition to the Stash partner network. Innovative technology to help our users save time when selecting development sites.
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