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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (58.0% of reviews)
Small-Business (53.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$599.00 1 License Per Year
Google Maps Platform
Star Rating
(51)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (58.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Google Maps PlatformSurfer
Star Rating
(126)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (53.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
$599.00 1 License Per Year
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Surfer excels in its "Reports Interface," achieving a perfect score of 10.0, which reviewers mention makes it incredibly user-friendly for generating detailed reports. In contrast, Google Maps Platform, while strong in data management, does not offer the same level of reporting customization.
- Reviewers mention that Surfer's "Data Visualization" capabilities score 9.0, providing a solid experience for users looking to interpret data effectively. However, Google Maps Platform shines with a higher score of 9.5 in the same category, indicating superior visual representation of geographical data.
- Users on G2 highlight Surfer's "Ease of Setup" with a score of 9.1, making it a preferred choice for small businesses looking for quick deployment. Conversely, Google Maps Platform, with a score of 8.7, is noted for its slightly more complex setup process, which may require additional time and resources.
- Reviewers mention that Surfer's "Quality of Support" is rated at 9.2, with many users praising the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team. In comparison, Google Maps Platform's support, rated at 8.5, is seen as adequate but not as robust, leading to some user frustrations during troubleshooting.
- G2 users report that Surfer's "Data Capture" score of 7.8 indicates room for improvement, particularly in handling large datasets. In contrast, Google Maps Platform excels with a score of 9.7, making it a better option for users needing reliable data capture for location-based services.
- Users say that Surfer's "Integration" capabilities are solid but not as extensive as Google Maps Platform, which boasts a score of 9.3 for its API integrations. This makes Google Maps Platform a more versatile choice for businesses looking to incorporate location intelligence into their existing systems.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Google Maps Platform
No pricing availableSurfer
Surfer® single -user subscription
$599.00
1 License Per Year
Billed annually
- Access to the latest version of Surfer and Surfer Beta
- Free upgrades, updates, and fixes during the term of your subscription
- Access to Surfer on two personal devices
Free Trial
Google Maps Platform
No trial information availableSurfer
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.5
44
8.6
102
Ease of Use
9.3
49
8.7
106
Ease of Setup
9.0
40
9.1
48
Ease of Admin
8.3
13
8.9
47
Quality of Support
8.9
40
9.2
90
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.2
11
9.3
45
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
45
8.4
107
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
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
Data Management
9.1
17
7.8
6
9.2
16
6.9
6
9.0
16
6.7
6
9.3
16
9.0
7
Map Creation
9.3
17
7.8
6
8.9
14
7.7
5
9.0
14
7.9
7
9.0
16
8.6
7
Analysis
8.9
15
8.5
8
9.2
16
Feature Not Available
9.4
16
Feature Not Available
Cartography
10.0
15
Not enough data
9.9
15
Not enough data
9.7
15
Not enough data
9.3
15
Not enough data
Analysis
9.3
14
Not enough data
9.3
15
Not enough data
9.3
14
Not enough data
9.3
14
Not enough data
Reporting
9.2
13
Not enough data
9.6
13
Not enough data
8.9
14
Not enough data
Functionality
10.0
5
Not enough data
10.0
5
Not enough data
10.0
5
Not enough data
10.0
5
Not enough data
Management
10.0
5
Not enough data
10.0
5
Not enough data
10.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Location Intelligence
9.6
17
Not enough data
9.4
17
Not enough data
9.4
17
Not enough data
9.6
18
Not enough data
9.6
16
Not enough data
Transportation
9.4
17
Not enough data
9.7
17
Not enough data
9.6
18
Not enough data
9.5
18
Not enough data
9.3
17
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Geology and Seismic
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Oil and Gas Engineering
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
Agentic AI - Oil and Gas Simulation and Modeling
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Google Maps Platform and Surfer are categorized as GIS
Unique Categories
Surfer is categorized as Mining, Oil and Gas Engineering, Geology and Seismic, and Oil and Gas Simulation and Modeling
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Google Maps Platform
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Surfer
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
Information Technology and Services
20.0%
Computer Software
8.0%
Marketing and Advertising
6.0%
Higher Education
6.0%
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
4.0%
Other
56.0%
Environmental Services
29.0%
Oil & Energy
15.3%
Research
12.9%
Mining & Metals
11.3%
Civil Engineering
9.7%
Other
21.8%
Alternatives
Discussions
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
How much does Surfer cost? Are there ongoing maintenance and support fees?
2 Comments
Official Response from Surfer
A full license of Surfer costs $849US. Licenses are perpetual and have no ongoing maintenance and support fees. All maintenance updates are provided free of...Read more
Do you offer a trial version of Surfer?
1 Comment
Official Response from Surfer
Yes - a free, 2 week Surfer trial is available: http://www.goldensoftware.com/products/surfer/trial
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What license options are available?
1 Comment
Official Response from Surfer
A single-user license grants one user the right to use the software license. For each single user license you purchase, you will receive a unique product...Read more
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