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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (44.1% of reviews)
Small-Business (53.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$599.00 1 License Per Year
QGIS
Star Rating
(150)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (44.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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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 QGIS excels in data capture with a score of 9.0, allowing for extensive data input options, while Surfer falls short with a score of 7.8, which may limit users needing robust data collection capabilities.
- Reviewers mention that QGIS offers superior data manipulation features, scoring 8.7, which enables users to perform complex data transformations easily, whereas Surfer's score of 6.7 indicates a less flexible approach to data handling.
- G2 users highlight that QGIS shines in map creation, particularly in overlaying capabilities with a score of 9.0, allowing for detailed and layered visualizations, while Surfer's score of 7.9 suggests it may not provide the same level of detail in this area.
- Users on G2 appreciate Surfer's data visualization capabilities, scoring 9.0, which reviewers say offers stunning graphical representations, making it ideal for presentations, while QGIS, with a score of 8.8, is noted for its versatility but may not match Surfer's visual appeal.
- Reviewers mention that Surfer has a higher quality of support, scoring 9.2, which users say is crucial for troubleshooting and guidance, compared to QGIS's score of 7.4, indicating potential challenges in accessing timely support.
- Users report that QGIS has a strong community and extensive documentation, which reviewers say enhances its usability, while Surfer, despite its ease of setup with a score of 9.1, may not have the same level of community-driven resources available for users.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
QGIS
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
QGIS
No trial information availableSurfer
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
126
8.6
102
Ease of Use
8.1
126
8.7
106
Ease of Setup
8.7
30
9.1
48
Ease of Admin
8.5
18
8.9
47
Quality of Support
7.4
103
9.2
90
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
20
9.3
45
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
120
8.4
107
Features by Category
Data Management
9.1
53
7.8
6
8.5
52
6.9
6
8.7
53
6.7
6
8.7
53
9.0
7
Map Creation
8.7
47
7.8
6
8.5
47
7.7
5
9.0
53
7.9
7
8.4
45
8.6
7
Analysis
8.9
52
8.5
8
8.4
50
Feature Not Available
7.8
34
Feature Not Available
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
QGIS and Surfer are categorized as GIS
Unique Categories
QGIS has no 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
QGIS
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
Civil Engineering
11.9%
Information Technology and Services
11.2%
Research
9.8%
Government Administration
9.8%
Environmental Services
8.4%
Other
49.0%
Environmental Services
29.0%
Oil & Energy
15.3%
Research
12.9%
Mining & Metals
11.3%
Civil Engineering
9.7%
Other
21.8%
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Discussions
Can QGIS solve the problem of TAB file and Shape file
1 Comment
IN
Hi Himanshu,
What I generally do for this kind of error is to check with coordinate systems of both TAB & SHP files. When we're using ArcGIS or QGIS, the...Read more
Is Qgis as good as ArcGIS?
1 Comment
SS
Definitely, QGIS is a good software but not as handy as ArcGIS in terms of analysis Tools and Applications.Read more
What is the most stable version of Qgis?
1 Comment
DC
I have been using Version 3.28 for 2 years now,I have found it to be very stable and able to perform all operations that I need.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
Read more
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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