Google Places vs Yelp : Which is Better?

Google Places icon

Google Places

Google Places is a local places listing portal. Developed by Google

License: Free

Categories: Travel & Location

Apps available for Online Android iPhone Android Tablet

VS
VS
Yelp icon

Yelp

Yelp publishes crowd-sourced reviews about local businesses. Developed by Yelp

License: Free

Apps available for Online Android iPhone HP webOS Blackberry

Google Places VS Yelp

Google Places excels in integration with Google Maps and offers a vast database of businesses, making it ideal for navigation and quick searches. Yelp, on the other hand, fosters a strong community with detailed user-generated content and is particularly beneficial for restaurant and service recommendations.

Google Places

Pros:

  • Extensive database of local businesses
  • Integration with Google Maps for navigation
  • User-friendly interface
  • Personalized recommendations based on search history
  • Ability to add photos and reviews easily

Cons:

  • Limited to Google ecosystem
  • Less focus on community reviews
  • Occasional inaccuracies in business information

Yelp

Pros:

  • Strong community engagement and reviews
  • Detailed user-generated content
  • Event listings and recommendations
  • Loyalty programs and discounts available
  • Business response capabilities to reviews

Cons:

  • Limited features for non-restaurants
  • Some reviews can be biased or fake
  • Premium features require payment

Compare Google Places

vs
Compare Flavorit and Google Places and decide which is most suitable for you.