G2 Vendor Directory

ArcGIS Desktop vs. OpenStreetMap

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricArcGIS Desktop

by Esri

OpenStreetMap

by OpenStreetMap

Overall rating4.53.9
Review count1819
Ease of use8.78.7
Ease of setup7.19.3
Quality of support8.88.2
Meets requirements8.59.1
NPS76.47058816.666667
Small Business50.0%47.4%
Mid-Market33.3%15.8%
Enterprise16.7%36.8%
Total page views64447
Total LLM citations242,038

ArcGIS Desktop

Integrated collection of GIS software products; provides a standards-based platform for spatial analysis, data management, and mapping.

Pros

    OpenStreetMap

    OpenStreetMap (OSM) is a collaborative project that creates a free, editable map of the world, maintained by a community of volunteers. Established in 2004, OSM allows users to contribute and update data about roads, trails, cafés, railway stations, and more, utilizing tools like aerial imagery and GPS devices. Key Features and Functionality: - Editable Map Data: Users can add and modify map information, ensuring up-to-date and accurate representations of geographic areas.

    Pros

    • Geospatial Analysis
    • Powerful Tools
    • Free Access
    • Easy Integration