SpiceGems 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 13, 2026 for SpiceGems Store Locator, Nov 8, 2026 for MS Google Maps & Store Locator.
The short answer
- On the Shopify App Store: SpiceGems Store Locator 5.0 from 3 reviews and MS Google Maps & Store Locator 4.3 from 29 reviews.
- Both list a free plan. Paid plans start at $6.99/month for SpiceGems Store Locator and $5.99/month for MS Google Maps & Store Locator.
- SpiceGems Store Locator lists 8 features MS Google Maps & Store Locator’s listing doesn’t mention, including Autocomplete, Custom icons, Distance filter.
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 Plan
- · 1 Store
Basic
- · 50 locations
- · Clustering markers
- · Custom location markers (Pin)
- · Integration with multiple maps
- · Multiple map styles
- · No API key required
Professional
- · 500 locations
- · Clustering markers
- · Custom location markers (Pin)
- · Integration with multiple maps
- · Multiple map styles
- · No API key required
Premium
- · 2000 locations
- · Clustering markers
- · Custom location markers (Pin)
- · Integration with multiple maps
- · Multiple map styles
- · No API key required
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 featureEasy Store Locator makes it simple for customers to find your physical stores. With browser location detection and geolocation, customers can quickly see nearby stores based on their location. The app offers an intuitive interface, powerful search options, and seamless integration with your Shopify store—helping footfalls, reduce support inquiries, and enhance the in-store shopping experience.
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.
- Easy Setup: No API key required—set up your map quickly and with ease.
- Multiple Map Options: Choose Google Maps, or Mapbox for your locator.
- Interactive Maps: Create interactive maps with custom markers and clustering.
- Efficient Search: Search by location, zip code, or keyword to find nearby stores
- 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 |  SpiceGems 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 | SpiceGems Store Locator | MS Google Maps & Store Locator |
|---|---|---|
| App Store rating | 5.0 ★(ahead) | 4.3 ★ |
| App Store reviews | 3 | 29(ahead) |
| New reviews, 28 days | Not enough data | 0 |
| Reviewers a year or more in | Not enough data | Not enough data |
Pricing
| Measure | SpiceGems Store Locator | MS Google Maps & Store Locator |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Lowest paid monthly plan | $6.99/month | $5.99/month(ahead) |
| Longest free trial | 21 days | 7 days |
| Plans listed | 4 | 4 |
Listing
| Measure | SpiceGems Store Locator | MS Google Maps & Store Locator |
|---|---|---|
| Shopify category rank | Not enough data | #51 |
| Shopify App Charts | Not on this week’s charts | #16 in Store locator |
| Built for Shopify | No | No |
| Launched | Dec 25, 2024 | Feb 15, 2018 |
| Languages | 1 | 1 |
| Developer | Spice Gems | Metizsoft |
FAQ
SpiceGems Store Locator and MS Google Maps & Store Locator: common questions
- Is SpiceGems Store Locator or MS Google Maps & Store Locator cheaper?
- Both list a free plan. Paid plans start at $6.99/month for SpiceGems 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.
- Which has better reviews, SpiceGems Store Locator or MS Google Maps & Store Locator?
- On the Shopify App Store: SpiceGems Store Locator 5.0 from 3 reviews and MS Google Maps & Store Locator 4.3 from 29 reviews.
- What features does each app list that the other doesn’t?
- SpiceGems Store Locator lists 8 the others don’t mention, such as Autocomplete, Custom icons, Distance filter, Geolocation. MS Google Maps & Store Locator lists 1 the others don’t mention, such as 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 13, 2026 for SpiceGems Store Locator, Nov 8, 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 13, 2026 for SpiceGems Store Locator, Nov 8, 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.