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Compare Esri ArcGIS and Global Mapper 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (38.2% of reviews)
Mid-Market (40.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$$$ per year/per user
Starting at $700.00 With One-Time Purchase
Esri ArcGIS
Star Rating
(532)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (38.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$$$ per year/per user
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Star Rating
(30)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (40.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $700.00 With One-Time Purchase
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Esri ArcGIS excels in Data Visualization with a score of 9.0, while Global Mapper trails slightly at 8.7. Reviewers mention that ArcGIS offers more advanced visualization tools, making it easier to create compelling maps and presentations.
- Reviewers say that Esri ArcGIS shines in Spatial Analysis with a score of 9.3, compared to Global Mapper's 8.0. Users on G2 highlight ArcGIS's robust analytical capabilities, which allow for more complex data interpretations and insights.
- Users report that Global Mapper has a more user-friendly Ease of Use rating of 7.8, compared to Esri ArcGIS's 7.3. Reviewers mention that Global Mapper's interface is simpler and more intuitive for new users, making it easier to get started.
- G2 users highlight that Esri ArcGIS offers superior Map Design features with a score of 9.1, while Global Mapper's capabilities in this area are not as strong. Reviewers mention that ArcGIS provides more sophisticated tools for creating detailed and aesthetically pleasing maps.
- Users say that Global Mapper's Entry Level Price of $549 per year/per user is significantly more affordable than Esri ArcGIS, which is often considered more expensive. Reviewers mention that this pricing makes Global Mapper a more accessible option for smaller organizations or individual users.
- Reviewers mention that Esri ArcGIS has a higher Quality of Support rating of 8.1 compared to Global Mapper's 8.2. Users on G2 appreciate the extensive resources and community support available for ArcGIS, which can be crucial for troubleshooting and learning.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Esri ArcGIS
ArcGIS Online Subscription Plan Information
$$$
per year/per user
- Plans are renewed on a yearly basis.
- Technical Support is included as part of the subscription.
- Service credits are consumed when you use certain services in Esri's cloud, such as geocoding, hosted feature or tile services, or spatial analysis.
Global Mapper
Global Mapper
Starting at $700.00
With One-Time Purchase
Perpetual license with annual Maintenance and Support
- Single User Node-Locked license
- Single User Floating license
- USB Dongle License
Free Trial
Esri ArcGIS
Free Trial is available
Global Mapper
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
440
8.5
26
Ease of Use
7.3
441
7.8
25
Ease of Setup
7.3
129
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
7.5
125
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.1
407
8.2
22
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
119
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
8.4
424
7.4
27
Features by Category
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Self Service
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Advanced Analytics
Not enough data
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Building Reports
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Platform
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Data Management
9.0
120
8.7
5
8.7
127
8.3
5
9.0
128
7.7
5
9.0
132
8.7
5
Map Creation
8.6
110
Not enough data
8.9
117
Not enough data
9.0
130
8.0
5
8.8
127
7.7
5
Analysis
9.2
125
8.0
5
8.5
108
Not enough data
7.9
70
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Cartography
9.1
57
Not enough data
9.3
53
Not enough data
9.0
54
Not enough data
9.3
55
Not enough data
Analysis
8.4
48
Not enough data
8.8
52
Not enough data
9.3
53
Not enough data
8.7
37
Not enough data
Reporting
8.4
49
Not enough data
8.4
34
Not enough data
8.2
37
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Esri ArcGIS and Global Mapper are categorized as GIS
Unique Categories
Esri ArcGIS is categorized as Location Intelligence
Global Mapper is categorized as Drone Analytics
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Esri ArcGIS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Global Mapper
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Government Administration
15.6%
Higher Education
9.6%
Environmental Services
9.6%
Civil Engineering
9.4%
Utilities
6.1%
Other
49.6%
Oil & Energy
26.7%
Civil Engineering
23.3%
Information Technology and Services
6.7%
Environmental Services
6.7%
Wireless
3.3%
Other
33.3%
Most Helpful Reviews
Esri ArcGIS
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Shannon H.
Verified User in Higher Education
I like that I can use ArcGIS to communicate with fellow scientist all over the world about a specific area I am researching. We can share updated updated maps and data instantly. I like that Esri also makes softwares such as Collector and Survey123 to work...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
Remote Sensing and GNSS support showld be there under 1
Global Mapper
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Bret D.
Verified User in Wireless
The no-nonsense, intuitive interfacing.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Oil & Energy
I haven't used the product enough to form an opinion.
Shannon H.
Verified User in Higher Education
I like that I can use ArcGIS to communicate with fellow scientist all over the world about a specific area I am researching. We can share updated updated maps and data instantly. I like that Esri also makes softwares such as Collector and Survey123 to work...
Bret D.
Verified User in Wireless
The no-nonsense, intuitive interfacing.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
Remote Sensing and GNSS support showld be there under 1
Verified User in Oil & Energy
I haven't used the product enough to form an opinion.
Discussions
Where can I learn more about the technical details of ArcGIS Pro?
2 comments
Official Response from Esri ArcGIS
For more technical information on ArcGIS Pro.Read more
what is price of the software
2 comments
MG
This depends on the product you would like to purchase. For more information please refer to this product page....Read more
Where can I learn more about options for software developers?
1 comment
Official Response from Esri ArcGIS
The software development tools that Esri has to offer.Read more
Global Mapper has no discussions with answers
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