--- description: Learn more about Google Maps price, benefits, and disadvantages for businesses in Ireland. Read verified software reviews and discover tools that fit your business needs. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/capterra/og_logo-e5a8c001ed0bd1bb922639230fcea71a.png?auto=format%2Cenhance%2Ccompress title: Google Maps Pricing, Cost & Reviews - Capterra Ireland 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [GIS Software](/directory/30566/gis/software) > [Google Maps](/software/1010739/google-maps) # Google Maps Canonical: https://www.capterra.ie/software/1010739/google-maps Page: 1 / 75\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.ie/software/1010739/google-maps?page=2) > Google Maps is a mapping software that uses JavaScript to provide interactive maps and location-based services. > > Verdict: Rated **4.7/5** by 1838 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Who Uses Google Maps? Travelers, commuters, and people looking for directions ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.7/5** | 1838 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.8/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.8/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.7/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Google ## Commercial Context - **Pricing model**: (Free version available) - **Pricing Details**: Free to use and download. - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: Arabic, Chinese, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Hebrew, Hungarian, Indonesian, Irish, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, Ukrainian - **Available Countries**: Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Germany, India, Japan, Mexico, United Kingdom, United States ## Features - 3D Imaging - Colour Codes/Icons - Geocoding - Map Sharing ## Integrations (3 total) - Gmail - Google Calendar - WhatsApp ## Support Options - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base ## Category - [GIS Software](https://www.capterra.ie/directory/30566/gis/software) ## Alternatives 1. [QGIS](https://www.capterra.ie/software/185949/qgis) — 4.5/5 (100 reviews) 2. [Google Earth Pro](https://www.capterra.ie/software/1027384/google-earth-pro) — 4.7/5 (97 reviews) 3. [PolicyMap](https://www.capterra.ie/software/165945/policymap) — 4.8/5 (53 reviews) 4. [Municipal511](https://www.capterra.ie/software/1063993/municipal511) — 4.6/5 (21 reviews) 5. [ArcGIS](https://www.capterra.ie/software/93333/arcgis) — 4.6/5 (505 reviews) ## Reviews ### "Best map software with accurate , reliable and fastest routes." — 5.0/5 > **niamh** | *10 March 2026* | E-Learning | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: This is the default app i use everyday in my iphone. It has the most up to date maps and accurate times of journeys, showing alternative routes and routes with less and more traffic. It is free on my phone. I have used it successfully in multiple locations in Ireland, remote areas here and abroad. > > **Cons**: I am not able to use it when I don't have internet. This would be fantastic if it could be used without internet. > > AMazing experience- i have 2 map applications and I only ever open Google maps as I prefer the layout and it's always reliable with journey times. ----- ### "Google Maps Deliverd" — 5.0/5 > **Junaid** | *28 March 2026* | Furniture | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Seamless and accurate navigation software to make new roads familiar. It provides real time estimated time of arrivals, different route options, and general mapping use, all for free on Google Maps. > > **Cons**: Honestly not much. It is one of few perfect software's out there. Regardless of where you are in the world, Google Maps will find a way to get home, and that is a powerful tool. > > Truly satisfied with the features for the software. It has never failed me and I will always continue to use Google Maps as my navigation tool. ----- ### "Google Maps Is A Life Saver" — 5.0/5 > **Stephen** | *1 May 2025* | Chemicals | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: I like how Google maps gives you real time traffic updates as well as information on items in the road, stopped cars as well as speed traps. This app is an absolutely lifesaver. > > **Cons**: The estimated fee for the tolls was off by a little bit with that being said it's not Google's fault the toll roads raised the rates > > Honestly Google maps is amazing. Do you remember having the old Garmin navigations? Those are very Stone age. With Google maps you get that real time traffic update and reroute. When there's construction on the road Google maps will notify you of the best route. ----- ### "I am very upset with this app" — 1.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *31 January 2025* | Health, Wellness & Fitness | Recommendation rating: 2.0/10 > > **Pros**: It's easy to use. It looks nice. I like that the lighting adjusts automatically when dark vs. daytime. > > **Cons**: It OFTEN will not give me the right directions, or not give me the fastest route. I will often be taken a longer way even though my settings are not set up as preferring fuel-efficient routes. ----- ### "Not sure why I even use Waze, when Google Maps is available\!" — 5.0/5 > **Anthony** | *7 March 2026* | Medical Practice | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: The interface is simple, and consistent between android and my computer. Allowing me to search routes, including multistop routes, and then export them to my phone, is very helpful. Most useful, I think, are these functions: (1) being able to search a term, not just an addres se.g. "bus stops" or "shopping" - and have them highlighted (including bus routes, etc) is fantastic. (2) Being able to set modes of transport especially walking, and (3) remembering my parking spot, are major bonuses OVER Waze. (4) displaying the local speed limit, and pinging if I exceed it, keeps my on the right side of the law. Overall, a really easy, useful app. I should also add, it's also easier to add multiple stops on a route, which I like. > > **Cons**: Sometimes, changing your mind and wanting to go back and enter a different route/destination is not as intuitive as I'd like. When using my Android phone for GPS, e.g., in a hire car, the font cannot be made larger. This means that someone like me, who wears reading glasses, must drive with my glasses on/off to read street names and route numbers. I wish they could be bigger. One last ask - a compass needle to show direction, would be useful. > > Overall, I prefer this 70/30 over Waze for daily use. In fact, I cannot think of a function where it falls short of Waze... that makes me wonder why I even use Waze\! ----- Page: 1 / 75\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.ie/software/1010739/google-maps?page=2) ## Links - [View on Capterra](https://www.capterra.ie/software/1010739/google-maps) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | de-AT | | | de-CH | | | en | | | en-AE | | | en-AU | | | en-CA | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-IL | | | en-IN | | | en-NZ | | | en-SG | | | en-ZA | | | fr | | | fr-BE | | | fr-CA | | | fr-LU | | | ja | | ----- ## Structured Data