Compare Google Maps Platform and Radar 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (58.5% of reviews)
Mid-Market (50.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free
Google Maps Platform
Star Rating
(42)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (58.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Google Maps PlatformRadar
Star Rating
(18)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (50.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Google Maps Platform excels in "Map Design" with a perfect score of 10.0, making it a top choice for businesses needing visually appealing maps. In contrast, Radar's map design features, while strong, do not reach the same level of user satisfaction.
- Reviewers mention that Radar offers superior "Quality of Support" with a perfect score of 10.0, indicating that users feel well-supported and valued. Google Maps Platform, while still good, has a lower score of 8.5, suggesting room for improvement in customer service.
- G2 users highlight Radar's "Ease of Use" with a score of 9.7, making it particularly user-friendly for those new to location-based services. Google Maps Platform, with a score of 9.0, is also user-friendly but may require a steeper learning curve for some features.
- Users on G2 report that Radar shines in "Location-Based Marketing" with a score of 9.7, providing effective tools for targeted marketing campaigns. Google Maps Platform, while offering location services, does not match Radar's specialized marketing capabilities.
- Reviewers mention that Google Maps Platform has a robust "Data Visualization" feature with a score of 9.5, allowing users to create insightful visual representations of their data. Radar, while competent, does not provide the same level of depth in data visualization.
- Users say that Radar's "Integration" capabilities score 9.6, making it easier to connect with other tools and platforms. Google Maps Platform, while also strong in integration, has a slightly lower score, indicating that users may find Radar more versatile in this area.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Google Maps Platform
No pricing availableRadar
Developer
Free
- 1,000 monthly tracked users
- 100,000 monthly API requests
- 1,000 geofences
Free Trial
Google Maps Platform
No trial information availableRadar
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.4
37
8.9
15
Ease of Use
9.0
40
9.7
15
Ease of Setup
8.8
31
9.0
7
Ease of Admin
8.4
15
8.8
7
Quality of Support
8.6
34
10.0
15
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
13
10.0
7
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
38
10.0
13
Features by Category
Reports
Not enough data
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Self Service
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Advanced Analytics
Not enough data
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Building Reports
Not enough data
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Platform
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Data Management
9.4
12
Not enough data
9.3
12
Not enough data
9.0
12
Not enough data
9.4
12
Not enough data
Map Creation
9.4
13
Not enough data
9.0
10
Not enough data
9.2
10
Not enough data
8.9
12
Not enough data
Analysis
8.8
11
Not enough data
9.1
11
Not enough data
9.2
11
Not enough data
Cartography
10.0
7
Not enough data
9.8
7
Not enough data
9.8
7
Not enough data
9.4
6
Not enough data
Analysis
8.6
6
Not enough data
9.2
6
Not enough data
9.2
6
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
Reporting
8.7
5
Not enough data
9.3
5
Not enough data
9.4
6
Not enough data
Administration
Not enough data
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Feature Not Available
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Not enough data
Marketing
Not enough data
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Functionality
Not enough data
9.6
8
Not enough data
9.4
8
Not enough data
9.4
8
Not enough data
9.2
8
Management
Not enough data
9.0
8
Not enough data
9.5
7
Not enough data
7.7
8
Not enough data
Not enough data
Location Intelligence
9.3
7
Not enough data
9.0
7
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
9.2
6
Not enough data
Transportation
8.8
7
Not enough data
9.5
7
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
9.0
7
Not enough data
8.6
7
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Google Maps Platform and Radar are categorized as Location Platform, Geofencing, GIS, and Location Intelligence
Unique Categories
Google Maps Platform has no unique categories
Radar is categorized as Location-Based Marketing
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Google Maps Platform
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Radar
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
Computer Software
17.1%
Information Technology and Services
14.6%
Marketing and Advertising
7.3%
Education Management
7.3%
Retail
4.9%
Other
48.8%
Internet
11.1%
Consumer Services
11.1%
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
5.6%
Sports
5.6%
Retail
5.6%
Other
61.1%
Most Helpful Reviews
Google Maps Platform
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
The seemless integration that helps to identify the location and also the realtime data that allows the user to transact from location to location based on their business. Its an ease of implemtation, Ease of use
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
There is not much to dislike about Google api as it is very easy and quick to use
Radar
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Consumer Services
- Drop-in SDK with excellent documentation - Incredible onboarding and support experience - Proactive feature development alongside new iOS/Android versions - Forward-thinking thought leadership on geolocation and privacy
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
The seemless integration that helps to identify the location and also the realtime data that allows the user to transact from location to location based on their business. Its an ease of implemtation, Ease of use
Verified User in Consumer Services
- Drop-in SDK with excellent documentation - Incredible onboarding and support experience - Proactive feature development alongside new iOS/Android versions - Forward-thinking thought leadership on geolocation and privacy
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
There is not much to dislike about Google api as it is very easy and quick to use
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
Radar has no discussions with answers
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