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Compare Esri ArcGIS and Google Maps Platform 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (38.2% of reviews)
Small-Business (52.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$$$ per year/per user
No pricing available
Esri ArcGIS
Star Rating
(532)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (38.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$$$ per year/per user
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Star Rating
(62)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (52.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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- Users report that Esri ArcGIS excels in Data Visualization with a score of 9.0, while Google Maps Platform shines even brighter with a perfect score of 10.0, indicating that users find Google Maps' visual representation of data to be more intuitive and effective.
- Reviewers mention that Esri ArcGIS has a robust Map Design feature, scoring 9.1, but Google Maps Platform outperforms it with a perfect score of 10.0, suggesting that users appreciate the ease of creating visually appealing maps with Google Maps.
- G2 users highlight that while both platforms offer strong Geocoding capabilities, Esri ArcGIS scores 8.7, whereas Google Maps Platform achieves a higher score of 9.6, indicating that users find Google Maps' geocoding to be more accurate and reliable.
- Users on G2 report that Esri ArcGIS provides excellent Data Capture features with a score of 9.0, but Google Maps Platform's score of 9.7 suggests that users find it easier and more efficient to capture data using Google Maps.
- Reviewers mention that Esri ArcGIS has a solid Reporting Interface with a score of 8.2, but Google Maps Platform's perfect score of 10.0 indicates that users find its reporting tools to be more user-friendly and comprehensive.
- Users say that while both platforms offer Integration APIs, Esri ArcGIS scores 8.3, whereas Google Maps Platform scores 9.3, suggesting that users find Google Maps' APIs to be more versatile and easier to integrate with other applications.
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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.
Google Maps Platform
No pricing availableFree Trial
Esri ArcGIS
Free Trial is available
Google Maps Platform
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.8
440
9.4
56
Ease of Use
7.3
441
9.2
60
Ease of Setup
7.3
129
9.0
51
Ease of Admin
7.5
125
8.6
18
Quality of Support
8.1
407
8.7
53
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
119
8.5
16
Product Direction (% positive)
8.4
424
9.2
58
Features by Category
Reports
Not enough data
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Not enough data
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Self Service
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Advanced Analytics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Building Reports
Not enough data
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Not enough data
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Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data Management
9.0
120
9.4
12
8.7
127
9.3
12
9.0
128
9.0
12
9.0
132
9.4
12
Map Creation
8.6
110
9.4
13
8.9
117
9.0
10
9.0
130
9.2
10
8.8
127
8.9
12
Analysis
9.2
125
8.8
11
8.5
108
9.1
11
7.9
70
9.2
11
Cartography
9.1
57
10.0
12
9.3
53
9.9
12
9.0
54
9.9
12
9.3
55
9.5
11
Analysis
8.4
48
9.2
11
8.8
52
9.4
11
9.3
53
9.4
11
8.7
37
9.4
11
Reporting
8.4
49
9.3
10
8.4
34
9.5
10
8.2
37
8.8
11
Functionality
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Location Intelligence
Not enough data
9.6
12
Not enough data
9.3
12
Not enough data
9.3
12
Not enough data
9.6
12
Not enough data
9.5
11
Transportation
Not enough data
9.3
12
Not enough data
9.7
12
Not enough data
9.6
12
Not enough data
9.4
12
Not enough data
9.2
12
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Esri ArcGIS and Google Maps Platform are categorized as GIS and Location Intelligence
Unique Categories
Esri ArcGIS has no unique categories
Google Maps Platform is categorized as Location Platform and Geofencing
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Esri ArcGIS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Google Maps Platform
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%
Information Technology and Services
16.4%
Computer Software
14.8%
Consulting
4.9%
Real Estate
4.9%
Marketing and Advertising
4.9%
Other
54.1%
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 Civil Engineering
Support in the past several years is less user friendly and accessible. It is not easy to find topics on the older software, and all efforts are directed toward on-line products. Our small rural county does not have resources to employ these products, and...
Google Maps Platform
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Rishabh M.
Verified User in Hospital & Health Care
Google maps helps people to find the location easier from one city to another
Most Helpful Critical Review
Akash A.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
When it comes to flyovers and multiple ways or 7-8 ways crossing then it doesn't tell the proper guidance, that time it is a bit confusing to understand the route.
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...
Rishabh M.
Verified User in Hospital & Health Care
Google maps helps people to find the location easier from one city to another
Verified User in Civil Engineering
Support in the past several years is less user friendly and accessible. It is not easy to find topics on the older software, and all efforts are directed toward on-line products. Our small rural county does not have resources to employ these products, and...
Akash A.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
When it comes to flyovers and multiple ways or 7-8 ways crossing then it doesn't tell the proper guidance, that time it is a bit confusing to understand the route.
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
What is the best way to use
4 comments
AY
It's best to use when driving it will guide where ever you want to go with an amazing direction arrows. Read more
How secure is the information that am providing?
2 comments
JP
Hello, regarding your question, it is a very secure application as it has all the security that Google provides for its accounts. However, a person who knows...Read more
What is Google Places used for?
2 comments
CB
It's used for businesses and organizations to list themselves on the Web.Read more
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