Best ArcGIS Earth alternatives: apps like ArcGIS Earth

Whether you want more options like ArcGIS Earth or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

KobCard by KOB MARKETING

Gift Card Information Platform

4.1(374 ratings)

Free

KobCard is a comprehensive gift card information platform that offers real-time exchange rates, price calculations, and the latest news on gift cards. It serves as a one-stop destination for individuals looking to buy, sell, or stay informed about the world of gift cards.

Top Alternatives to ArcGIS Earth

QField for QGIS by OPENGIS.ch

Efficient field work for QGIS

Editor's Choice

4.1😐(37 ratings)

Free

This app streamlines GIS fieldwork, enabling efficient data collection and seamless exchange between field and office. It brings the full power of QGIS to mobile devices, supporting a wide range of spatial data formats for viewing and editing.

What We Love

👍 Great for QGIS projects on mobile
💡 Excellent for asset tracking
👍 Intuitive demos and community support
👍 Good for personal and educational use
👍 Useful for field asset management
👍 Great for private missing persons searches
👍 Good alternative to expensive GIS products
👍 Unlimited data collection
👍 Works well with FieldCloud
👍 Great for creating personalized maps
👍 Useful for trails, observations, and secret sites
👍 Good for visualizing OpenStreetMap with private data
👍 Easy to use and fit for purpose
👍 Simple transfer via iTunes
👍 Great for fieldwork and data collection
👍 Feels like QGIS
👍 Game changer on iOS
👍 Stable and effective for historical maps
👍 Functionality and UI are good
👍 Can recommend to open source clients

Room to Improve

🐛 Unstable, random crashes
🐛 Simple calculations not working
🐛 QGIS features not working in QField
🐛 No option to download tables
🐛 UI not refined
🐛 App hangs, requires reinstallation
🐛 Camera not working
🐛 Confusing instructions
🐛 Unable to access/import shape files
🐛 Cannot take photos in-app
🐛 Unusable after 10 seconds
🐛 Files downloaded are not found
🐛 Not intuitive
🐛 Update problem: new version cannot be saved
🐛 Lacks a real MacOS version for faster creation
🐛 Lacks optimization for large data volumes
🐛 Measure feature in imperial, navigation in metric only
🐛 Work easily lost, data won't push to cloud
🐛 Cannot use Bluetooth GPS on iOS
🐛 Cannot upload files from zip folders on Apple
🐛 Cannot pack and add new layers/files to cloud
🐛 Synchronization of individual layers is problematic
🐛 No possibility to import data on iPad
🐛 Unstable, crashes with heavy aerial photos
🐛 Crashing when moving the screen
🐛 Base map displayed only 10%
🐛 Cannot import from cloud or local storage
🐛 Does not launch on iPhone 14 Pro Max
🐛 Cannot import files
🐛 Crashes on iPad mini iOS 16.1
🐛 Cannot open the app
🐛 App not launching on iPhone 11 Pro Max and iOS 16.1

Touch GIS by TouchGIS

Field data collection, mapping

Strong Contender

4.0(32 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

This professional tool simplifies field data collection and mapping. It allows users to create and customize data forms, collect various data types offline, and export them to standard GIS formats. Professionals across diverse fields utilize it to enhance their fieldwork.

SW Maps by Aviyaan Tech

GIS and Data Collector

Worth Considering

by Petroleum Experts Limited

3.8(25 ratings)

Free

This app allows users to collect, present, and share geographic information. It supports recording points, lines, polygons, and associated data like photos and audio. High-accuracy GPS surveys are possible with external receivers, and data can be shared in various standard formats.

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FieldMove Clino

Digital compass-clinometerGPS location and orientation sensorsCapture georeferenced photos and notes

This app transforms your iPhone into a digital compass-clinometer for geological data capture. It allows for efficient measurement of planar and linear features, georeferenced photo and note storage, and offline map support for fieldwork.

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free

GIS Lite

Explore space

Load and view DXF, KML, Shapefiles, GeoTiffCollect field data with photo attachmentsFreehand/pencil notes over maps

This app allows users to view and collect spatial data on their mobile devices. It supports various file formats, enables field data collection with photo attachments, and offers note-taking capabilities directly on maps. Offline access and extensive projection support make it ideal for field work.

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FO Maps: GeoPDF GPS Offline

Field GIS, KMZ, no signal

Offline map and plan import (GeoPDF, KML, KMZ)GPS markers with custom templates and geotagged photosTeam collaboration with offline project sharing

This app provides offline GIS capabilities for professionals in fields like mining, construction, and agriculture. It allows for importing plans, creating markers with photos, and collaborating with teams, all without an internet connection.

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TerraFlex

by Trimble Inc.

Customizable data collection formsGeolocated information captureCloud-hosted data administration

Streamline geospatial field work with a unified system for data collection and updates. Create custom forms to capture geolocated information for GIS, incident reports, inspections, and more. Keep your team organized and in sync with cloud-hosted data administration.

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freemium

ZWCAD Mobile - Mobile CAD

DWG viewer and editor

View and edit DWG filesSupports DWF, DXF, PDF formatsPrecise measurement tools

This application allows users to view, edit, and share CAD drawings on their mobile devices. It supports multiple file formats, offers precise measurement tools, and includes a wide range of editing and drawing functions. It's designed for professionals in architecture, engineering, and construction.

free with in-app purchases

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FieldMap Pro

by Maptext, Inc.

Offline GIS map displayDynamic map labelingLayer control

This mapping tool allows field technicians to access and utilize GIS maps offline or with unreliable network connections. It supports dynamic labeling, data collection through custom forms, asset searching, and real-time GPS tracking for enhanced situational awareness and efficient field operations.

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free

CAD Reader-View & Measure DWG

DWG & PDF viewer

View DWG, DXF, and PDF filesScale drawing and measure area/lengthAdd image, voice, and text annotations

This application allows users to view, measure, and annotate CAD files and PDFs. It supports multiple drawing formats and offers tools for collaboration, including image and voice annotations. Convert PDFs to CAD and manage layers with advanced features.

free with in-app purchases

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