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MapInfo is a professional and easy to use mapping software
March 08, 2020

MapInfo is a professional and easy to use mapping software

Jennifer Mulligan | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User

Overall Satisfaction with MapInfo Pro

MapInfo Pro is used right across my organisation. We utilize a number of different versions of the software to satisfy different needs including older versions, 32-bit and 64-bit versions, MapInfo Pro Advanced and Datamine. We use MapInfo to manage spatial data from Assets through to flood and bushfire analysis. We have also utilized MapInfo to create 3D videos and flythroughs of flood analysis projects.
  • Digitize spatial data
  • Convert data from other formats to spatial layers
  • The 3D capability in Datamine is a little outdated and hard to use
  • The labelling can sometimes be a little hit and miss
  • Maps are generated more quickly
  • Spatial data can be created quickly and easily
  • Can be expensive to licence
QGIS works very well however I find it a little harder to use and find the tools/settings I need in QGIS. It has a lot of the same functionality as MapInfo however QGIS doesn't really offer a dedicated customer support form or service which makes it harder to learn the product.
MapInfo Pro customer support has always been quick and very helpful with any issues I have had with the software. They usually get back to you about your enquiry within 24 hours and they also tend to follow up to make sure your issue was resolved. I find it refreshing to be able to contact their experts quickly and easily.

Do you think MapInfo Pro delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with MapInfo Pro's feature set?

Yes

Did MapInfo Pro live up to sales and marketing promises?

I wasn't involved with the selection/purchase process

Did implementation of MapInfo Pro go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy MapInfo Pro again?

Yes

MapInfo Pro is great for creating and editing spatial data and creating both simple and complex maps. I find it easy to locate tools now that the software has transitioned to a ribbon based toolbar. I also love that you can expand on functionality in MapInfo by adding third party tools as well.