G2 Vendor Directory

ArcGIS Online vs. QGIS

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

MetricArcGIS Online

by Esri

QGIS

by QGIS

Overall rating4.54.5
Review count190154
Ease of use8.68.4
Ease of setup8.69.0
Quality of support8.77.8
Meets requirements8.88.8
NPS62.64367862.585034
Small Business28.4%44.8%
Mid-Market40.0%27.3%
Enterprise31.6%27.9%
Total page views306796
Total LLM citations1,3033,962

ArcGIS Online

Connect people, locations, and data using interactive maps created with ArcGIS Online. Quickly create maps by dropping in your spreadsheet and mashing it up with other location data included in ArcGIS Online. Apply Smart Mapping styles to make your data visually stunning and use intuitive analysis tools to deliver location intelligence. Add valuable context to your data by combining it with Esri’s demographic and lifestyle data. Work collaboratively with your colleagues to build maps and apps. Instantly share your maps and apps with anyone, anywhere.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Feature Functionality
  • Features
  • Tools
  • Data Management
  • Powerful Tools

QGIS

QGIS is a free and open-source Geographic Information System (GIS) that enables users to visualize, edit, analyze, and publish geospatial information across various platforms, including Windows, macOS, and Linux. Designed to be accessible to both beginners and professionals, QGIS offers a comprehensive suite of tools for creating, managing, and sharing spatial data.

Pros

  • Customization Options
  • Feature Functionality
  • Free Access
  • Excellent Service
  • User-Friendly
  • Ease of Use