G2 Vendor Directory

Esri ArcGIS vs. Google Maps Platform

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

MetricEsri ArcGIS

by Esri

Google Maps Platform

by Google

Overall rating4.54.7
Review count54059
Ease of use7.79.4
Ease of setup7.89.2
Quality of support8.49.1
Meets requirements9.09.6
NPS65.69767487.719298
Small Business29.8%57.6%
Mid-Market38.7%28.8%
Enterprise31.5%13.6%
Total page views2,121894
Total LLM citations17,4377,094

Esri ArcGIS

ArcGIS is a comprehensive suite of mapping and location intelligence tools and capabilities. ArcGIS can be deployed on local machines (ArcGIS Pro), on your remote or on-premises servers (ArcGIS Enterprise), or as SaaS hosted by Esri (ArcGIS Online). ArcGIS includes focused apps to deliver complete solutions for your business or organization. Along with software, Esri provides a comprehensive collection of data and content to geo-enrich your own data. ArcGIS also provides rich software development tools for you to configure and create your own mapping and location intelligence products.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Visualization
  • User-Friendly
  • Data Visualization
  • 3D Visualization
  • Easy Integration

Google Maps Platform

Google Maps Platform is a comprehensive suite of APIs and SDKs that enables developers to integrate dynamic, real-world mapping and location-based services into their applications. Leveraging Google's extensive geospatial data, it offers tools for creating interactive maps, providing accurate routing, and delivering detailed place information, thereby enhancing user engagement and functionality. Key Features and Functionality: - 3D Maps: Developers can create immersive, photorealistic 3D maps, offering users a more engaging and realistic navigation experience.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Location Services
  • Navigation Ease
  • Location Tracking
  • User Interface
  • Mapping Features