D&D Beyond Maps
7.8#1 in virtual tabletop softwareFrom $2.17 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWeb
VisitD&D Beyond Maps vs Shmeppy
What both publish
| Fact | D&D Beyond Maps | Shmeppy |
|---|---|---|
| Map tools | Maps provides fog of war, overlays, drawing, pings, measurement, area-of-effect templates and token hiding. | GM tools include Fill, Edge, Fog of War, and Background Image, plus token editing, color palette editing, and map management. |
| Purpose | D&D Beyond Maps is the official D&D virtual tabletop for shared interactive maps and tactical play. | Shmeppy is an online map-making tool for tabletop RPGs where a GM draws maps in real time for players to watch and interact with. |
| Support | D&D Beyond provides a Help Portal, Support Forum, and system status page. | The About page directs questions or concerns to [email protected]. |
D&D Beyond Maps plans
- FreeFree
- Hero Tier$2.17 a month
- Master Tier$4.58 a month
Shmeppy plans
- GM$4.99 a month
Pick D&D Beyond Maps if…
D&D Beyond Maps suits D&D groups looking for shared maps, combat encounters, and initiative tracking in a browser. Mobile users should note the stated interface limitations and that trials cannot be started in the app.
Pick Shmeppy if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.