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# Compare LocationIQ vs Google Maps

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> Detailed comparison between LocationIQ and Google Maps. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | LocationIQ | Google Maps |
| **Overall rating** | 4.9/5 | 4.7/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 131 | 1832 |
| **Starting Price** | US$49.00 | - |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | - |
| **Free Version** | Yes | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Chat | FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base |
| **Training** | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation | Videos |

## Best for

### LocationIQ

Designed for developers and businesses of all sizes, who are building for fleet or vehicle tracking, IoT devices, and wearables or using geocoding, addresses, geolocation, or timezones.

### Google Maps

Travelers, commuters, and people looking for directions

## Key features

### LocationIQ

- 3D Imaging
- API
- Census Data Integration
- Data Import/Export
- Data Visualisation
- Geocoding
- Geolocation
- Internet Mapping
- Labeling
- Map Creation
- Map Sharing
- Spatial Analysis

### Google Maps

- 3D Imaging
- API
- Colour Codes/Icons
- Data Visualisation
- Geocoding
- Geographic Maps
- Geolocation
- Labeling
- Location Tracking
- Map Creation
- Map Sharing
- Route Optimisation
- Spatial Analysis

## Links

- [View LocationIQ Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/164206/locationiq)
- [View Google Maps Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/1010739/google-maps)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.ie/compare/164206/1010739/locationiq/vs/google-maps)

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