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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (58.0% of reviews)
Enterprise (42.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$70.00 1 User Per Month
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 PlatformTableau
Star Rating
(3,382)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (42.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$70.00 1 User Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Tableau excels in Data Visualization, scoring 9.6, with reviewers mentioning its ability to create complex and interactive dashboards that effectively communicate insights. In contrast, Google Maps Platform also shines in this area with a score of 9.9, with users highlighting its seamless integration of geographical data into visual formats.
- Reviewers mention that Google Maps Platform offers superior Map Design, achieving a perfect score of 10.0. Users appreciate its detailed and customizable maps, which enhance user experience. Tableau, while strong with a score of 9.4, is noted for its less intuitive mapping features.
- G2 users indicate that Google Maps Platform has a slight edge in Ease of Use, scoring 9.2 compared to Tableau's 8.3. Reviewers mention that the straightforward interface of Google Maps makes it easier for new users to navigate and utilize its features effectively.
- Users on G2 report that Tableau is a strong contender in Predictive Analysis, with a score of 9.2, where reviewers appreciate its robust analytical capabilities. Google Maps Platform matches this score, but users note that Tableau's advanced analytics tools provide deeper insights into data trends.
- Reviewers mention that Tableau's API Integrations score of 9.4 is a significant advantage, allowing for extensive customization and connectivity with other software. In comparison, Google Maps Platform scores 8.8, with users noting that while it offers good integration options, it may not be as flexible as Tableau in this regard.
- Users say that both platforms perform well in Overlaying, with a score of 9.5 each. However, reviewers mention that Tableau's ability to layer different data sets provides a more comprehensive view, making it a preferred choice for users needing detailed analysis.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Google Maps Platform
No pricing availableTableau
Creator
$70.00
1 User Per Month
- Includes Tableau Desktop, Tableau Prep Builder, and one Creator license on Tableau Cloud (SaaS) or Tableau Server (self-hosted).
Free Trial
Google Maps Platform
No trial information availableTableau
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.5
44
8.7
2,381
Ease of Use
9.3
49
8.3
2,774
Ease of Setup
9.0
40
8.2
1,439
Ease of Admin
8.3
13
8.2
776
Quality of Support
8.9
40
8.3
2,034
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.2
11
8.5
754
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
45
8.8
2,359
Features by Category
Reports
Not enough data
8.7
1717
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
1582
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
1758
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
1358
Not enough data
9.1
1741
|
Verified
Self Service
Not enough data
8.5
1674
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
1705
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
1621
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
1419
Not enough data
8.2
1507
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
1324
|
Verified
Advanced Analytics
Not enough data
7.8
1280
Not enough data
9.1
1711
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
1288
Building Reports
Not enough data
8.3
1003
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
965
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
834
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
844
|
Verified
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
Reports
Not enough data
8.7
1717
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
1582
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
1758
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
1358
Not enough data
9.1
1741
|
Verified
Data Preparation
Not enough data
8.6
860
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
849
|
Verified
Data Modeling and Blending
Not enough data
8.5
886
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
909
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
876
|
Verified
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.4
426
Not enough data
7.5
453
Agentic AI - Analytics Platforms
Not enough data
7.4
131
Not enough data
7.5
134
Not enough data
7.8
133
Not enough data
7.6
131
Not enough data
7.7
129
Not enough data
7.4
128
Not enough data
7.8
128
Self Service
Not enough data
8.5
1674
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
1705
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
1621
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
1419
Not enough data
8.2
1507
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
1324
|
Verified
Deployment & Integration - Analytics Platforms
Not enough data
8.3
113
Not enough data
8.3
110
Not enough data
8.1
109
Not enough data
8.4
110
Advanced Analytics
Not enough data
7.8
1280
Not enough data
9.1
1711
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
1288
Performance & Scalability - Analytics Platforms
Not enough data
8.0
113
Not enough data
8.2
109
Advanced Analytics & Modeling - Analytics Platforms
Not enough data
8.1
109
Not enough data
8.0
107
Not enough data
7.8
108
Agentic AI Capabilities - Analytics Platforms
Not enough data
7.6
106
Not enough data
7.7
105
Not enough data
7.8
105
Not enough data
7.7
106
Personalized Intelligence - Analytics Platforms
Not enough data
7.8
108
Not enough data
7.9
109
Not enough data
7.9
107
Building Reports
Not enough data
8.3
1003
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
965
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
834
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
844
|
Verified
Reports
Not enough data
8.7
1717
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
1582
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
1758
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
1358
Not enough data
9.1
1741
|
Verified
Self Service
Not enough data
8.5
1674
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
1705
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
1621
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
1419
Not enough data
8.2
1507
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
1324
|
Verified
Building Reports
Not enough data
8.3
1003
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
965
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
834
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
844
|
Verified
Data Management
9.1
17
Not enough data
9.2
16
Not enough data
9.0
16
Not enough data
9.3
16
Not enough data
Map Creation
9.3
17
Not enough data
8.9
14
Not enough data
9.0
14
Not enough data
9.0
16
Not enough data
Analysis
8.9
15
Not enough data
9.2
16
Not enough data
9.4
16
Not enough data
Cartography
10.0
15
9.4
26
9.9
15
9.2
26
9.7
15
9.6
27
9.3
15
9.4
27
Analysis
9.3
14
9.0
27
9.3
15
9.2
27
9.3
14
9.3
27
9.3
14
9.0
27
Reporting
9.2
13
9.3
27
9.6
13
9.2
26
8.9
14
9.1
26
Data Source Access
Not enough data
8.6
234
Not enough data
8.8
233
Not enough data
8.3
234
Data Interaction
Not enough data
8.2
234
Not enough data
8.2
236
Not enough data
8.3
234
Not enough data
8.5
236
Not enough data
8.3
234
Not enough data
8.4
231
Not enough data
8.4
233
Not enough data
8.3
229
Data Exporting
Not enough data
8.5
228
Not enough data
8.4
228
Not enough data
8.4
230
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.4
224
Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.9
61
Not enough data
9.3
62
Basics
Not enough data
9.2
62
Content
Not enough data
8.9
59
Data
Not enough data
9.3
61
Interoperability
Not enough data
8.9
59
Performance
Not enough data
9.2
62
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
Deployment & Integration - Semantic Layer Tools
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data Connectivity & Federation - Semantic Layer Tools
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data Modeling & Metrics - Semantic Layer Tools
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Performance Optimization - Semantic Layer Tools
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Governance - Semantic Layer Tools
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Advanced Intelligence - Semantic Layer Tools
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI Enablement - Semantic Layer Tools
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Statistical Tool
Not enough data
8.4
251
Not enough data
8.4
254
Not enough data
8.4
244
Data Analysis
Not enough data
9.0
273
Not enough data
8.9
268
Decision Making
Not enough data
8.7
259
Not enough data
9.4
271
Not enough data
9.1
266
Not enough data
8.7
262
Generative AI
Not enough data
8.0
177
Not enough data
8.0
177
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Google Maps Platform and Tableau are categorized as Location Intelligence
Unique Categories
Tableau is categorized as Analytics Platforms, Insurance Analytics, Embedded Business Intelligence, Predictive Analytics, Data Preparation, and Semantic Layer Tools
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Google Maps Platform
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Tableau
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%
Information Technology and Services
11.7%
Financial Services
7.1%
Computer Software
7.1%
Hospital & Health Care
4.5%
Marketing and Advertising
4.4%
Other
65.3%
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
why did saleforce by tableau? IS SFDC reporting going to change now?
2 Comments
TR
Perfect answer by Derrick. I totally agree.Read more
What does Tableau Desktop do?
2 Comments
NA
Tableau Desktop help create interactive Dashboards offline and publish it to the wider audience through Tableau public. Tableau Desktop is one of the version...Read more
Do I need Tableau Desktop if I have Tableau Server?
2 Comments
LT
Anyway, whether you need Tableau Desktop depends on your specific use case and requirements. If you're unsure, you can consider the following
Evaluate...Read more
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