StoreSmith Store Locator vs MS Google Maps & Store Locator
Two Shopify apps, side by side: detected stores, momentum, reviews, plans, listed features and who runs each. Store counts as of Oct 21, 2026 for StoreSmith Store Locator, Nov 9, 2026 for MS Google Maps & Store Locator.
The short answer
- Both list a free plan. Paid plans start at $9.99/month for StoreSmith Store Locator and $5.99/month for MS Google Maps & Store Locator.
- StoreSmith Store Locator lists 8 features MS Google Maps & Store Locator’s listing doesn’t mention, including Analytics, Custom filters, Custom icons.
Head to head
Store Locator with rich feature for customers to find you
- Australia
- United States
Momentum
New reviews each month
Review pace is the clearest public read on how fast an app is winning new merchants.
Free
- · 1 location
- · Full appearance customisation
- · Managed map key
- · Search + geolocation
Basic
- · 10 locations
- · Everything in Free
Pro
- · 30 locations
- · Analytics dashboard
- · Everything in Basic
Ultimate
- · Everything in Pro
- · Priority support
- · Unlimited locations
Free
- · Up to 3 locations
Basic Plan
- · Google Sheet Auto Sync
- · Remove Branding
- · Up to 50 Locations
Standard Plan
- · Additional Content
- · All Features in Basic Plan
- · Analytics
- · Customize Icon
- · Customize Zoom Level
- · Default Location
Business Plan
- · Additional Content
- · All Features in Standard Plan
- · Customize Icon, CSS and Zoom Level
- · Default Location
- · Google Sheet Auto Sync
- · Layouts
Coverage counts what each App Store listing names. Every feature, checked off app by app, is in Shoplist.
See every featureMapify adds an embeddable store locator to your storefront so customers can find your nearest location. Shoppers search by address, postal code, or "near me" geolocation, then browse results on a map plus list view. Merchants control the widget's colors, fonts, layout, and map pins to match their brand. Manage locations in bulk with CSV import/export, filter by category, and track searches with analytics.
MS Google Maps & Store Locator helps Shopify merchants display retail locations, dealers and service points on an interactive map. Customers search nearby stores by zip, city or use geolocation to auto-detect location. Each listing shows store hours, directions and contact details. Manage locations from one dashboard or bulk import via CSV and Google Sheets. The responsive store finder works on mobile and desktop.
- 1. Interactive map + list store locator widget 2. Search by address, postal code
- 3. Fully customizable design — colors, fonts, pins 4. Category filters to narrow
- 5. Bulk import/export locations via CSV 6. Built-in analytics on searched locati
- Bulk Upload Unlimited Store and maps - Now add multiple stores and their maps.
- Customizable Maps - Add/edit and remove details quickly and efficiently.
- Robust web support and backing quality ensure Effortless Store Management.
- Optimize search filters with different timings, facilities, and product ranges.
All the numbers
Every figure, side by side
A green dot marks the app ahead on a measured figure. Estimates, gaps and apps that leave no storefront trace never take the lead.
Adoption
| Measure |  StoreSmith Store Locator |  MS Google Maps & Store Locator |
|---|---|---|
| Detected stores | Not published | 2 |
| Net store change, 28 days | 0 | 0 |
| Stores added, 28 days | Not enough data | Not enough data |
| Big-brand share | Not enough data | Not enough data |
| Top store categories | Not published | Media, Toys & Games |
| Top store countries | Not published | Australia, United States |
Reviews
| Measure | StoreSmith Store Locator | MS Google Maps & Store Locator |
|---|---|---|
| App Store rating | Not published | 4.3 ★ |
| App Store reviews | Not published | 29 |
| New reviews, 28 days | Not enough data | 0 |
| Reviewers a year or more in | Not enough data | Not enough data |
Pricing
| Measure | StoreSmith Store Locator | MS Google Maps & Store Locator |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Lowest paid monthly plan | $9.99/month | $5.99/month(ahead) |
| Longest free trial | Not listed | 7 days |
| Plans listed | 4 | 4 |
Listing
| Measure | StoreSmith Store Locator | MS Google Maps & Store Locator |
|---|---|---|
| Shopify category rank | #146 | #48(ahead) |
| Shopify App Charts | Not on this week’s charts | #19 in Store locator |
| Built for Shopify | No | No |
| Launched | Aug 5, 2026 | Feb 15, 2018 |
| Languages | 1 | 1 |
| Developer | StoreSmith | Metizsoft |
FAQ
StoreSmith Store Locator and MS Google Maps & Store Locator: common questions
- Is StoreSmith Store Locator or MS Google Maps & Store Locator cheaper?
- Both list a free plan. Paid plans start at $9.99/month for StoreSmith Store Locator and $5.99/month for MS Google Maps & Store Locator. Shoplist compares base prices only between monthly plans in the same currency; usage charges and annual plans vary, so check each plan’s limits.
- What features does each app list that the other doesn’t?
- StoreSmith Store Locator lists 8 the others don’t mention, such as Analytics, Custom filters, Custom icons, Distance filter. MS Google Maps & Store Locator lists 2 the others don’t mention, such as Directions, Store name search. A feature missing from a listing may still be supported; this compares what each App Store listing says.
- Where does this comparison’s data come from?
- Shoplist crawls Shopify storefronts to detect which apps each store runs, and reads each app’s Shopify App Store listing for reviews, pricing, features and integrations. Store counts are as of Oct 21, 2026 for StoreSmith Store Locator, Nov 9, 2026 for MS Google Maps & Store Locator; estimated figures are labeled.
How Shoplist compares apps
Store counts come from Shoplist’s crawl of Shopify storefronts, which detects the apps each store runs; they are as of Oct 21, 2026 for StoreSmith Store Locator, Nov 9, 2026 for MS Google Maps & Store Locator. Reviews, ratings, plans, features and integrations come from each app’s Shopify App Store listing. 28-day figures are labeled when estimated, and a figure that is missing or estimated never decides who leads. Read the methodology.