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Tree Plotter INVENTORY vs Esri ArcGIS Comparison (2026)

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Tree Plotter INVENTORY

Esri ArcGIS

Overview

TreePlotter INVENTORY is a comprehensive tree inventory and management software. Unlimited users can use any smartphone or tablet to locate assets, assess conditions, store photos, and report findings as well as manage that data with configurable dashboards, analysis, and reports.

ArcGIS by Esri is an integrated suite of geographic information system (GIS) software, providing a compliant platform for spatial analysis, data management, and mapping, with ArcGIS Online offering a web-based solution accessible anywhere, anytime for the creation & sharing of 3D map visualizations

Platforms supported

Web-based
iPhone app
Android app
Windows Phone app

Typical customers

Freelancers
Small businesses
Mid size businesses
Large enterprises

Customer support

Phone
Online
Knowledge base
Video tutorials

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Platforms supported

Web-based
iPhone app
Android app
Windows Phone app

Typical customers

Freelancers
Small businesses
Mid size businesses
Large enterprises

Customer support

Phone
Online
Knowledge base
Video tutorials

view more detailsview details

Video & Screenshots

Pricing

Starting from

3500

Per year

Free trial available
Credit cardless trial
Free account
Subscription based

Starting from

No pricing info

Free trial available
Credit cardless trial
Free account
Subscription based

User reviews

4.5

111

Value for money

Ease of use

Features

Customer support

88%

would recommend this app

4.6

508

325

158

Value for money

Ease of use

Features

Customer support

78%

would recommend this app

Pros

“That it incorporates most aspects of our tree inventory into one piece of software that can be used with any device with an internet connection.”

Sean L.

Forestry Operations Manager

“The custom elements are extraordinary and the client care is five-star.”

Darpan C.

Freelancer

“Maps are more accurate and customizable with filters that are handy for seeing different views.”

Sarah G.

Administrator

Pros

“Reliability & Scalability Over Time: Despite the evolving technology landscape, the core GIS framework has remained resilient, enabling seamless integration between local government databases, CAD files, and regional spatial data infrastructures.”

Paolo O.

Gis developer

“Civil Protection & Emergency Response: In civil protection scenarios, ArcGIS enables precise risk mapping, hazard modeling (such as flood and seismic vulnerability assessments), and real-time situational awareness during emergency management operations.”

Paolo O.

Gis developer

“Even offline, Field Maps lets crews capture data in remote corners of Malawi and sync back, though the real-time interactive dashboards are what win bids.”

Keith K.

Engineering Surveyor

Cons

“Through experience over the last year, the vast majority of clients either do not attribute coordinate systems or do not use those that Treeplotter recognises.”

Rikki S.

Managing Consultant

“It’s expensive for my application use.”

Ryan A.

President

Cons

“ArcGIS presents a steep learning curve, demanding hardware requirements, and a high total cost of ownership. While its capabilities are unmatched, the software can feel overly complex and resource-intensive for small teams or users who only require basic mapping functionality.”

Paolo O.

Gis developer

“The licensing model is expensive, especially when factoring in add-on extensions (like Spatial Analyst or Network Analyst) and cloud credits for ArcGIS Online.”

Paolo O.

Gis developer

“It’s not a dealbreaker, but it forces careful packaging of offline projects, and I’ve had field crews lose an afternoon of edits because a sync failed.”

Keith K.

Engineering Surveyor