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Compare Esri ArcGIS and Scribble Maps 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (38.2% of reviews)
Small-Business (69.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$$$ per year/per user
$0.00
Esri ArcGIS
Star Rating
(532)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (38.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$$$ per year/per user
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Star Rating
(195)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (69.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
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- Users report that Esri ArcGIS excels in Data Visualization with a score of 9.0, while Scribble Maps shines even brighter with a score of 9.5, indicating a more robust capability in creating visually appealing maps and graphics.
- Reviewers mention that Esri ArcGIS has a strong Spatial Analysis feature with a score of 9.3, but Scribble Maps offers a slightly lower score of 8.9, suggesting that while both products are capable, Esri may provide more advanced analytical tools.
- G2 users highlight that Scribble Maps is easier to use, scoring 9.0 in Ease of Use compared to Esri ArcGIS's score of 7.3, making it a more accessible option for small businesses and users without extensive GIS experience.
- Reviewers say that Esri ArcGIS provides a more comprehensive Data Management system, particularly in Data Storage with a score of 8.7, while Scribble Maps outperforms in Data Manipulation with a score of 9.3, indicating strengths in different aspects of data handling.
- Users on G2 report that Scribble Maps has a superior Collaboration / Workflow feature with a score of 8.8, compared to Esri ArcGIS's score of 8.3, suggesting that Scribble Maps may facilitate better teamwork and project management.
- Reviewers mention that while both products have strong Reporting capabilities, Scribble Maps scores higher in WYSIWYG Report Design with 8.5, compared to Esri ArcGIS's 8.2, indicating a more user-friendly approach to report creation.
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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.
Scribble Maps
Free
$0.00
Get Started
- Share 5 Maps
- Drawing and Basic Tools
- Print Image Resolution 450px x 450px
Free Trial
Esri ArcGIS
Free Trial is available
Scribble Maps
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
440
9.0
150
Ease of Use
7.3
441
9.0
150
Ease of Setup
7.3
129
9.2
50
Ease of Admin
7.5
125
8.9
40
Quality of Support
8.1
407
8.8
123
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
119
9.2
36
Product Direction (% positive)
8.4
424
9.3
147
Features by Category
Reports
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
Self Service
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
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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
Data Management
9.0
120
9.2
37
8.7
127
9.5
38
9.0
128
9.3
35
9.0
132
9.5
41
Map Creation
8.6
110
8.9
38
8.9
117
8.9
30
9.0
130
9.2
42
8.8
127
9.0
36
Analysis
9.2
125
9.0
32
8.5
108
9.0
30
7.9
70
8.9
26
Cartography
9.1
57
9.4
58
9.3
53
9.3
40
9.0
54
9.3
49
9.3
55
9.2
51
Analysis
8.4
48
8.6
37
8.8
52
8.8
51
9.3
53
8.9
44
8.7
37
8.8
39
Reporting
8.4
49
8.8
43
8.4
34
8.8
37
8.2
37
8.7
34
Routing
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Scheduling
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Optimization
Not enough data
8.5
45
Not enough data
8.8
45
Not enough data
8.8
41
Analytics
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Esri ArcGIS and Scribble Maps are categorized as GIS and Location Intelligence
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Esri ArcGIS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Scribble Maps
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%
Real Estate
6.3%
Construction
6.3%
Information Technology and Services
4.8%
Commercial Real Estate
4.8%
Leisure, Travel & Tourism
4.2%
Other
73.5%
Most Helpful Reviews
Esri ArcGIS
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Oil & Energy
ArcGIS is a widely used GIS software program by ESRI which comes in three flavors (Basic, Standard, Advanced). It can be further enabled with extensions such as Spatial Analyst, 3D Analyst, etc. to help with specific GIS data and analysis. ArcGIS can work...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Environmental Services
Cost - not practical from a developing countries' perspective and the high cost nullifies the benefits it provide, when compared to many open source GIS software available today. It is not the best when it comes to analysis satellite imagery. The software...
Scribble Maps
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Steve R.
Verified User in Environmental Services
Having the option to use multiple maps and transfer files from other sources is a big help, a lot of customization options. Having the ability to share the maps in different formats to people that do not have accounts is a big plus.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Aïcha B.
Verified User in Commercial Real Estate
The rendering of the zoomed out map is not the most beautiful I've seen.
Verified User in Oil & Energy
ArcGIS is a widely used GIS software program by ESRI which comes in three flavors (Basic, Standard, Advanced). It can be further enabled with extensions such as Spatial Analyst, 3D Analyst, etc. to help with specific GIS data and analysis. ArcGIS can work...
Steve R.
Verified User in Environmental Services
Having the option to use multiple maps and transfer files from other sources is a big help, a lot of customization options. Having the ability to share the maps in different formats to people that do not have accounts is a big plus.
Verified User in Environmental Services
Cost - not practical from a developing countries' perspective and the high cost nullifies the benefits it provide, when compared to many open source GIS software available today. It is not the best when it comes to analysis satellite imagery. The software...
Aïcha B.
Verified User in Commercial Real Estate
The rendering of the zoomed out map is not the most beautiful I've seen.
Alternatives
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 export the file into 3d architecture softwares
1 comment
JW
Hello, the easiest way to get Scribble Maps data into something like sketchup would be KML. Menu > save KML....Read more
How can I draw a border of an existing line with a different colour?
1 comment
JW
You could either draw another line beside it, or if you need more accuracy, use the polygon tool and draw a thin rectangles beside each other.Read more
What is the best way to download a vector style image from this tool? Is that possible?
1 comment
JW
You can export the annotated data as a DXF/GeoJSON/KML which is vector. Unfortunately, you can't export the underlying data as well at the current time.Read more
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