Global Mapper
6.8#1 in point cloud softwareFrom $49.92 a monthAndroidiOSWindows
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What both publish
| Fact | Global Mapper | LidarView |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1993 | 1998 |
| Headquarters | Hallowell, Maine, United States | Clifton Park, New York, USA |
| Intended users | The maker identifies GIS professionals, surveyors, engineers, government agencies, utilities, environmental consultants, and public safety organizations as users. | Kitware describes LidarView as customizable for sensor workflows and says it has worked with LiDAR manufacturers including Velodyne and Ouster. |
| Purpose | Global Mapper is a desktop GIS application for geospatial data processing, spatial analysis, geodetic workflows, and deployment-ready mapping. | LidarView receives, records, visualizes, and processes 3D LiDAR data in real time. |
| Support | Technical support is included with Global Mapper purchase and covers the current software version; the policy lists security patches, bug fixes, feature enhancements, and standard support. | Users can seek help through the ParaView and LidarView Discourse forum or file an issue in the LidarView Git repository. |
Global Mapper plans
- Essentials$599 a year
- Advanced$1,199 a year
- Professional$2,199 a year
LidarView plans
- LidarViewFree
Pick Global Mapper if…
Global Mapper suits GIS professionals, surveyors, engineers, government agencies, utilities, environmental consultants, and public safety organizations. Its plans include tools for users working with geodetic data, lidar, or imagery.
Pick LidarView if…
LidarView may suit teams working with supported LiDAR sensors, including users who need to visualize, process, or reconstruct 3D environments. Its customizable workflows may also interest sensor manufacturers and developers adapting the software.