Bing Maps vs. Smappen

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Bing Maps
Score 7.9 out of 10
N/A
Bing Maps is a geographic information and location intelligence solution, that when integrated as a data visualization dashboard for Microsoft Power BI, Excel, SharePoint and Dynamics software allows organizations to visualize multiple layers of business data on a map, such as sales, current customers and competitors. The ability to view data in this context reveals patterns and relationships, allowing businesses to better understand their opportunities and informs key business decisions at all…N/A
Smappen
Score 0.0 out of 10
N/A
Smappen is a Franchise Territory Mapping solution designed for franchise development teams to create viable and defensible territories without requiring specialized GIS expertise. Capabilities include: Territory Design by Postal Codes, Zip Codes, 3-digit FSAs, Drive Time, Walk Time, or Administrative Boundaries such as Counties and Census Tracts. Viability Validation using Demographic Layers including Population, Age Brackets, Income, and POI…
$99
per month
Pricing
Bing MapsSmappen
Editions & Modules
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Essential
$99
per month
Pro
$199
per month
Advanced
$399
per month
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Bing MapsSmappen
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoYes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional Details
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Small Businesses
ArcGIS
ArcGIS
Score 7.8 out of 10
ArcGIS
ArcGIS
Score 7.8 out of 10
Medium-sized Companies
ArcGIS
ArcGIS
Score 7.8 out of 10
ArcGIS
ArcGIS
Score 7.8 out of 10
Enterprises
ArcGIS
ArcGIS
Score 7.8 out of 10
ArcGIS
ArcGIS
Score 7.8 out of 10
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User Ratings
Bing MapsSmappen
Likelihood to Recommend
7.7
(3 ratings)
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(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
Bing MapsSmappen
Likelihood to Recommend
Microsoft
Bing Maps is well suited for preplanning loads, specifically in regards to checking the bird's eye and aerial view to see if the facility has enough area or room for overnight parking. And if overnight parking is available, what number of restaurants are within walking distance from the business in the area.
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smappen
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Pros
Microsoft
  • provides clear directions
  • street views allow preliminary identification of site layout and surrounding services
  • clear background aerial imagery
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smappen
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Cons
Microsoft
  • Needs to be easier to claim businesses that don't have addresses we can access with mail
  • Easier experience managing multiple properties
  • More collaborative abilities with property managers
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smappen
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Alternatives Considered
Microsoft
Home Depot and Lowes are both in the same category and offer great products and services but each have something a little different the other doesn't offer or have. Likewise, Bing Maps is in the same category as Google Maps but offers a little something slightly different in the features.
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smappen
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Return on Investment
Microsoft
  • Makes preliminary identification of sites easy
  • Quick preliminary site layouts
  • Quick and easy to obtain directions
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smappen
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ScreenShots

Smappen Screenshots

Screenshot of where to draw territories by drive time, distance, postal code, or freehand. No GIS expertise required. Color-code by status: available, sold, in negotiation, and get an instant view of where a network stands.Screenshot of data, that comes preloaded with each territory: population, household income, age distribution, employment stats, etc. Layer census data on any zone, spot market gaps, and validate potential.Screenshot of where to map demand signals — retail anchors, competitors, healthcare facilities, or any POI category — layered directly on a territory map with Smappen's POI data.Screenshot of an example of branded, shareable reports generated directly from maps: showing market potential in a format prospects can act on immediately.