QGIS vs ArcGIS : Which is Better?

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QGIS

QGIS (Quantum GIS) is a cross-platform free and open-source desktop geographic information system (GIS) application that supports viewing, editing, and analysis of geospatial data. Developed by OSGeo, Open Source Geospatial Foundation

License: Open Source

Categories: Travel & Location

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux Android BSD

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ArcGIS

ArcGIS is a geographic information system (GIS) for working with maps and geographic information. Developed by ESRI

License: Commercial

Categories: Travel & Location

Apps available for Windows Online Windows Mobile Android iPhone

QGIS VS ArcGIS Feature comparision

Feature QGIS ArcGIS
Arc GIS
Community based
Mapping
Multiplatform
Office 365 integration
Table manager
Interactive map
Location Mapping
Optimized for Mobile
Apps with Offline Map Support
Create Maps
Modular System
Built-in editor
Free storage
Library
Customer Analytics
Customer Segmentation
Embeddable
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