--- title: "Google Earth Pro Software Pricing, Alternatives & More 2026 | Capterra" description: "With the help of Capterra, learn about Google Earth Pro Software - reviews, pricing plans, popular comparisons to other GIS products and more." source_url: "https://www.capterra.com/p/248994/Google-Earth-Pro/" page_type: "product" language: "en" --- # Google Earth Pro Software Review 2026: Features, Integrations, Pros & Cons Last updated on August 27, 2026 Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Description](#description)[Use cases](#use-cases)[Alternatives](#alternatives)[FAQs](#faqs)[Features](#features)[Pricing](#pricing)[Support](#support)[Reviews](#reviews) Google Earth Pro ## What is Google Earth Pro? Google Earth Pro is a free desktop tool with advanced mapping features. It allows users to import and export GIS data and access historical images. ## What is Google Earth Pro used for? [GIS](https://www.capterra.com/gis-software/) Overall rating Based on 97 user reviews Reviews sentiment Positive 98% Neutral 1% Negative 1% ### Starting price Free trial not available Capterra Shortlist charts the highest-rated and most popular products... Our "Best of" badge program showcases products with the highest ratings... Our "Best of" badge program showcases products with the highest ratings... Do you work for Google Earth Pro?[Manage this product listing](https://www.g2.com/products/google-earth-pro/claim_requests/new?auto=true) ## Compare with a popular alternative Capterra selects software alternatives based on relevant features, verified user reviews and user interactions. Placement may be influenced by client status. ### Google Earth Pro 4.7 (97) VS. [### Google Maps](https://www.capterra.com/p/227511/Google-Maps/) [4.7 (1,851)](https://www.capterra.com/p/227511/Google-Maps/reviews/) Starting Price Contact vendor Starting Price Contact vendor Free Trial Free Version Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version Ease Of Use 4.7 (97) Ease Of Use 4.8 (1,771) Value For Money 4.6 (68) Value For Money 4.8 (1,208) Customer Service 4.2 (62) Customer Service 4.3 (1,149) ## Google Earth Pro alternatives [QGIS](https://www.capterra.com/p/185949/QGIS/) [4.5 (100)](https://www.capterra.com/p/185949/QGIS/reviews/) Starting price Contact vendor for pricing Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 94% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/185949/QGIS/) [ArcGIS](https://www.capterra.com/p/93333/ArcGIS/) [4.6 (507)](https://www.capterra.com/p/93333/ArcGIS/reviews/) Starting price Contact vendor for pricing Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 95% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/93333/ArcGIS/) [PolicyMap](https://www.capterra.com/p/165945/PolicyMap/) [4.8 (53)](https://www.capterra.com/p/165945/PolicyMap/reviews/) Starting price Contact vendor for pricing Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 100% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/165945/PolicyMap/) Highest Rated [Maptitude](https://www.capterra.com/p/93335/Maptitude/) [4.8 (88)](https://www.capterra.com/p/93335/Maptitude/reviews/) Starting price $695.00 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 100% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/93335/Maptitude/) [View all alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/248994/Google-Earth-Pro/alternatives/) ## FAQs about Google Earth Pro Overview ### What problems does Google Earth Pro solve? Google Earth Pro solves limited site visibility and slow field assessment by giving planners, architects, GIS analysts, construction teams, and drone operators detailed 3D terrain, historical imagery, measurements, and map layers. It helps teams analyze land use, soil conditions, elevation changes, neighborhood context, and hard-to-access sites without repeated in-person visits. Answer based on 38 reviews Overview ### Which roles and teams benefit most from Google Earth Pro? Google Earth Pro is most used by executives, project managers, engineers, and students who need detailed geographic visualization. Business leaders use it for site evaluation and planning, project and construction teams review locations and map assets, while engineers and students support research, measurements, presentations, and spatial analysis. Answer based on 97 reviews Overview ### What company size and industries is Google Earth Pro built for? Google Earth Pro is built for small businesses, which make up 69% of reviewers, and it is used most in Civil Engineering at 12%. It also serves midsize businesses at 18% and enterprises at 13%, with notable use in Higher Education and Automotive, both at 7%, primarily for GIS work. Answer based on 97 reviews Features and Usability ### What are the key features of Google Earth Pro? Google Earth Pro includes core mapping and spatial analysis features such as geographic maps, map creation, and data import/export. Reviewers most often mention 3D visualization, Street View, location search, historical imagery for land analysis, and measurement tools for distances and areas, with high-resolution imagery supporting site review and virtual travel. Answer based on 38 reviews Overview ### Is Google Earth Pro good for land analysis? Google Earth Pro supports land analysis with aerial imagery, historical views, terrain tools, and location context that help planning decisions. Engineers, planners, and construction teams use it to review properties, topography, land use, and remote job sites, though some users mention older rural imagery, missing legal land layers, and limited offline download options. Answer based on 22 reviews Integrations ### Which third-party tools and platforms does Google Earth Pro integrate with? Google Earth Pro integrates with Google Maps, ArcGIS, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Civil 3D, Google Drive, Microsoft Excel, and Android 11. These connections center on mapping, GIS, CAD, file sharing, and data handling, with reviewers often citing import/export workflows between Google Earth Pro and ArcGIS or AutoCAD. Answer based on 18 reviews Getting Started and Support ### What customer support options does Google Earth Pro offer? Google Earth Pro provides a Knowledge Base for customer support. Support details are limited in the catalog data, and no reviewer feedback on support quality is available, so users should expect self-service help through written articles and guidance rather than reported experiences with response speed or staff assistance. Features and Usability ### How well does Google Earth Pro work for mapping? Google Earth Pro works well for everyday mapping, route planning, and site visualization with detailed satellite imagery and sharing tools. Many planners, engineers, and small teams like its easy zoom, measurement, and custom map features, though some users want fresher rural data, better precision, stronger editing tools, and richer import-export compatibility. Answer based on 29 reviews Features and Usability ### Is Google Earth Pro easy to use? Google Earth Pro feels easy to use for navigation, 3D viewing, and quick location research, even for occasional users. Students, field teams, and GIS users like the clear search, zoom, and measurement workflow, but some people find the interface dated, certain tools less intuitive, and performance slower on older devices. Answer based on 21 reviews ## Features AI summary Based on 1,667 GIS reviews Capterra data shows that buyers of GIS software rank the following features as their top priorities: - **Data Import/Export** (**52%** of reviewers rated this feature as critical) - **Geographic Maps** (**48%**) - **Route Optimization** (**43%**) Google Earth Pro supports **Data Import/Export** and **Geographic Maps**, giving teams a practical way to bring location data into the system, share it across workflows, and visualize places with geographic context. However, it does not offer **Route Optimization**. Instead, it provides **Map Creation** (**39%**), which can still help users build custom visualizations and present spatial information clearly, helping businesses review locations, communicate findings, and make better planning decisions. Data Import/Export 4.4 (59) 71.19% of 59 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Import and export data to and from software applications Geographic Maps 4.7 (74) 77.03% of 74 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Visualize locations on a map Map Creation 4.5 (62) 66.13% of 62 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Create custom maps Spatial Analysis 4.5 (59) 55.93% of 59 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important A study of entities based on topological, geographic and geometric attributes. Data Visualization 4.6 (25) 96.00% of 25 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Graphical representation of data Google Earth Pro 5 features ### All Features - Data Import/Export: Import and export data to and from software applications - Data Visualization: Graphical representation of data - Geographic Maps: Visualize locations on a map - Map Creation: Create custom maps - Spatial Analysis: A study of entities based on topological, geographic and geometric attributes. --- Get Advice We can help you find the software with the features you need. Features 4.4 (97) 4.4 Based on 97 reviews ## Pricing Value for money 4.6 (68) ### Starting price Free trial not available Value for money 4.6 (68) 4.6 Based on 68 reviews Connect with a Capterra advisor for a free 15-minute consultation Get a personalized software list aligned to your business needs with guidance from our expert advisors. Our team has helped 1 million+ businesses like yours find options that fit their needs. ## Support, customer service and training options Customer Service 4.2 (62) Support - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat Training - In Person - Live Online - Webinars - Documentation - Videos Deployment - Web - Android - iPhone/iPad Typical users - Freelancers - Small businesses - Mid size businesses - Enterprises Customer Service 4.2 (62) 4.2 Based on 62 reviews ## User reviews Overall rating 4.7 Based on 97 reviews Filter by rating 5(70) 4(25) 3(1) 2(0) 1(1) Mentioned topic Sorted by most recent AN Anonymous User Coordinator Education Management ### "Advanced Geospatial Analysis " 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 4.0 4.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 9/10 April 5, 2026 Pros Google Earth Pro is an advanced geospatial analysis and mapping tool. It allows you to measure distances, analyze traffic and road conditions, and plan routes with detail and accuracy. Cons Google Earth Pro is free but may require advanced training to use properly, for example with respect to importing data and creating 3D models. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. CS Chelsea S. Sales Automotive ### "Good service" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 April 2, 2026 Pros Google Earth Pro’s detailed 3D maps, historical imagery, and easy navigation make exploring and analyzing locations simple and engaging. Cons The interface feels outdated, can be slow to load, and lacks advanced GIS tools, making it less useful for complex analysis or modern workflows. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. RH Reagan H. Optician Medical Practice ### "Amazing Google Earth Pro" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 March 11, 2026 Amazing experience, I use it all the time and I even have the Google Earth app downloaded on my phone. My coworkers and I also use it almost daily at our office! Pros It is super easy to type in an address, and it also auto populates an address to make it quicker to find what you are looking for! It also shows the condition of roads, and it can help you to plan what routes you may take when traveling! I loved all of the different features like the fact that you can click on a street view or move from one place to the next and zooming in! They have amazing customer support and it is such good value for your money, I highly recommend! You get so much! Cons Honestly I loved every part about Google Earth Pro, and the only con I would say is that sometimes you are not able to access specific spots for street views, but that is not their fault so I guess it is all good! Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Luciano N. Senior Film Technician Facilities Services ### "Amazing tool for Education " 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 March 11, 2026 Great all round program for viewing the planet and exploring. You can also view the Moon and Mars!! Pros The Mapping of the earth is top notch, with the most up to date imagery of the planet. The ergonomics with the trackpad on my computer make it very easy to navigate. Features include 3D landmarks, photographs & information of the object selected. Great value for money! Cons Depending on the workload of the computer, the program sometimes lags but that can be due to a hardware issue of the computer Switched from [Google Maps](https://www.capterra.com/p/227511/Google-Maps/) I wanted to have the best version that Google can offer Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Lucrezia U. Studente Higher Education ### "Google Earth Pro " 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 9/10 February 21, 2026 Nel complesso con Google Earth Pro mi sono trovata bene per me non è stato difficile utilizzarla forse pootrebbe risultare un po complessa per chi non ha mainutulizzato queste app o non è esperto e inoltre oltre all'app è presente anche il sito da poter consultare. Pros Google Earth Pro è un app gratuita utile per navigare in vari posti, città, contineti per vedere dove sono localizzati i posti, permette di vedere i luoghi, edifici e citta in 3D ed è possibile creare anche tour virtuali e immagini ad alta risoluzione ed è intrgrata bene con i servizi Google. Cons Gli scantaggi sono che forse un po difficilme da utilizzare per chi si trova alle prime armi, richede in pc potente per poterla utilizzare e inoltre alcune immagini non sono aggiornate e necessita di un spazio di memoria abbastanza elevato perché occupa spazio. Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. JG Jennifer G. Educator Education Management ### "It's Great!" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 9/10 February 2, 2026 My overall experience with Google Earth Pro has been really good. It makes planning so much easier for me. Pros What I like most about google Earth Pro is how it's very detailed. You have many options when searching. Cons What I like least about Google Earth Pro is not being able to see some things clearly sometimes but not always. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. LT Luke T. Fusion Engineer Oil & Energy ### "Google earth pro review" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 9/10 January 18, 2026 I have a very positive experience of using this app, it is very helpful for all aspects of route planning Pros Very useful for using google maps in a much more advanced way, easy for route planning and easy to utilise Cons It is fairly complicated to get started with and requires some learning and tutorial videos to be confident using it Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. JM Jack M. owner Architecture & Planning ### "great tool to help with landscaping " 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 8/10 January 9, 2026 super helpful for free also, quick and easy to use even mobile phone interface easy to use, would be great if when zoomed in slightly more clearer Pros Great to view access and areas, Super good to measure in sqm2 for areas on buildings and landscape for projects and designs we do Cons not fully up to date regular enough, so some times the buildings or areas have been updated and don't represent the image we see Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Rachael Y. Manager Real Estate ### "One satisfied customer" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 December 24, 2025 Overall I am satisfied with the ease of use, up to date imaging in cities and the price point for the software Pros It allows me to find properties and review the neighborhood. I like the ease of use and that the images are up tobdaye Cons In more rural areas the view can be a few years old. This can misrepresent a neighborhood that has gentrified or destabilized Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. MH Michael H. Survey Manager Construction ### "Construction & Google Earth Pro" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 0.0 0.0 Likelihood to Recommend 9/10 December 17, 2025 Excellent. Google Earth Pro has always been our go to software for mapping and site development views of projects over time. Pros it's satellite mapping is great for for use with our company to locate our projects and their conditions without visiting every site. Mapping is very often updated and also allows exporting of maps for use in other software we use. Cons I do wish it included elevation contours like some other map software have. I would also like to see dating of the data that is being viewed on the screen more easily for use on prints. 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