| Mapping Infrastructure | Google Maps API (Third-Party) | Self-Hosted Database (Internal) |
| Monthly Usage Fees | $200 - $1,500+ (Pay-per-click) | $0 (Zero API Fees) |
| Data Privacy | Shared with Google Cloud | 100% Private (Stored Locally) |
| Calculation Speed | Depends on API Response (Slow) | Instant (Server-side Logic) |
| Reliability | Can break if API key is limited | Always Online (Standalone) |
| Estimated Yearly Cost | $2,400+ | $399 - $500 |