Global Mapper Mobile
Your GIS in the field.
Overview
Global Mapper Mobile is a powerful iOS and Android application that extends the functionality of the Global Mapper desktop GIS to the field. Users can view their vector, raster, and elevation data, as well as collect new data using the device's GPS. It supports a wide variety of data formats and offers advanced data collection features, making it a versatile tool for field professionals.
✨ Key Features
- View and access large GIS datasets offline
- GPS-based data collection (points, lines, polygons)
- Customizable data collection forms
- Geotagged photo capture
- Extensive online data source access
- Advanced Pro version with external GNSS support and more
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Unmatched range of supported data formats, especially raster and elevation
- Tight integration with the powerful Global Mapper desktop software
- Cost-effective, with a free version and a one-time purchase Pro option
Unique Value: Provides a highly capable and format-agnostic mobile GIS solution for field data viewing and collection, especially for those invested in the Global Mapper ecosystem.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Natural resource management
- Geospatial data field validation
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Real-time, collaborative multi-user editing
- Work order management and dispatch
🏆 Alternatives
Offers far broader data format support than most competitors. It is a more traditional GIS field app compared to the form-based approach of Fulcrum or the ecosystem-centric approach of Field Maps.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Varies with desktop license tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Basic data viewing and collection. Limited format support.
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