With JOSM support, AI-assisted mapping has now been made available to even more mappers, including power users who want to access our map data but prefer not to change tools. Since RapiD requires a constant internet connection, it is not ideal for parts of the world where internet connections are slow or intermittent. JOSM, by contrast, downloads all the map data initially and allows mappers to work offline, which makes it far more convenient in areas with poor connections.

Since JOSM is more of a power tool, the plugin offers increased flexibility, like the ability to add multiple features at once and automatic retagging of AI roads. Combined with the functionality already built into JOSM, this means people can add roads and buildings faster than ever before. Since its launch in January, the plugin has been used in thousands of changesets, with usage rapidly rising.