--- description: Detailed reviews on MAPublisher based on features, pricing, usability, and ratings. Get a quick overview advantages and disadvantages. Compare MAPublisher with similar products. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/getapp/og_logo-94fd2a03a6c7a0e54fc0c9e21a1c0ce9.png title: MAPublisher Reviews, Prices & Ratings | GetApp Canada 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [GIS Software](/directory/947/gis/software) > [MAPublisher](/software/126103/mapublisher) # MAPublisher Canonical: https://www.getapp.ca/software/126103/mapublisher Page: 1 / 3\ Next: [Next page](https://www.getapp.ca/software/126103/mapublisher?page=2) > MAPublisher is a suite of mapping tools for Adobe Illustrator, which helps organizations create maps and manage layers within a graphical interface. Features include line plotting, labeling, location or dimension cropping, georeferencing, and grid and index customization. > > Verdict: Rated **4.6/5** by 46 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.6/5** | 46 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.0/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support Software | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.1/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Avenza Systems - **Founded**: 1995 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$1,399.00 - **Pricing model**: Per Feature (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: MAPublisher offers a 14-day free trial for new users, after which the software is available across 4 pricing tiers. Pricing and functionality are outlined below and includes one year of maintenance. MAPublisher Fixed License: $1399 for single computer MAPublisher Floating License: $2699 for multiple users MAPublisher FME Auto Fixed License (Add-Ons): $499 for single computer MAPublisher FME Auto Floating License (Add-Ons): $949 for multiple users - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Available Countries**: Canada ## Features - Color Codes/Icons - Data Import/Export - Data Visualization Software - Geocoding - Geographic Maps - Image Management - Internet Mapping - Interoperability - Labeling - Map Creation - Map Sharing - Spatial Analysis - Third-Party Integrations ## Integrations (2 total) - Adobe Illustrator - ArcGIS ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base Software - Phone Support - Chat ## Category - [GIS Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/947/gis/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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I rarely have to even start my map files in geospatial software anymore, preferring to simply use the powerful combination of AI and MAPublisher for much of my cartographic work that doesn't require complicated geospatial analysis. > > **Cons**: Any time I have found an imperfection with the software it has been speedily addressed by the Avenza team, so I have no cons\! > > Big time and stress savings, I would have such a hard time going back to not having MAPublisher enhancing my Illustrator\! ----- ### "i use mapublisher and also geographic imager for importing gis data to produce maps for course books" — 5.0/5 > **Michael** | *June 6, 2018* | Publishing | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: i can combine a whole range of gis data with my digital maps to produce maps to be printed in books. i can update my maps with new gis data. in many cases i use mapublisher to add geographic information to traditional digitilized maps, for example to correct the scale or the grid lines. > > **Cons**: the updating process is still tricky: please realize this: to update mapublisher and also geographic imager i have to save and re-import my projections every update time. this is stil frustrating and keeps me from updating. as a customer i want all my own map projections automatically been there in the updated version. the thematic map tools could be easier to use. buidling up value classes is sometimes difficult. i have a great wish to avenza: in global projections theresult of the projection always generates a transparent globe with the hidden geographic data on the backside of the globe showing up. how about a function that eliminates the hidden parts of the map? > > ability to use gis data to be included in maps for books. ----- ### "I had to buy the software, so I could work on a project for one of my clients. Project of 2 months." — 4.0/5 > **Paul** | *June 10, 2018* | Design | Recommendation rating: 5.0/10 > > **Pros**: Projection systems in Adobe Illustrator, import and export possibilities. Database displaying. I took a white before I got an update for the new Illustrator. > > **Cons**: Expensive, maintenance renewal. I never used the software after the small project. And the updates are not worth these costs. Software more expesive then the fee I got for the project. > > It is some how a missing link between GIS and Adobe. ----- ### "We use this software to make interactive maps for our customers. Very easy to use and looks great\!" — 5.0/5 > **Chase** | *June 8, 2018* | Defense & Space | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Good value, low cost, for the end product \! Our team has never had an issue using the product and it has produced great material for us. > > **Cons**: Honestly we haven't had any issues with the software. It's worked as advertised and there have not been any cons to my knowledge. > > We use this software in one of our information service products for Government customers. Our service contract required to produce an interactive map that shows geo located incidents. This software has made this process very easy for us and has probably saved us at least an hour per day of labor in producing these reports. ----- ### "I've been using MAPublisher for my business for 10 years - and couldn't do my job without it." — 5.0/5 > **David** | *June 8, 2018* | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: MAPublisher's extensive import and export capability have enabled me to develop GML/XML tools to draw WGS84 georeferenced airspace segments that easily import into Adobe Illustrator. MAPublisher transforms these WGS84 layers to the underlying UTM map layers with a simple drag of the mouse. > > **Cons**: The program can be a little complicated, but that goes hand in hand with extensive capability. I would love to see the ability to import CDED/DTED data and some shape file analytical tools. > > Using this product is part of my job. ----- Page: 1 / 3\ Next: [Next page](https://www.getapp.ca/software/126103/mapublisher?page=2) ## Links - [View on GetApp](https://www.getapp.ca/software/126103/mapublisher) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | de-AT | | | en | | | en-AE | | | en-AU | | | en-CA | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | en-SG | | | en-ZA | | | es | | | es-CL | | | es-CO | | | es-MX | | | fr | | | fr-BE | | | fr-CA | | | nl | | | nl-BE | | ----- ## Structured Data