MS Google Maps & Store Locator vs Visie Store Locator
Two Shopify apps, side by side: detected stores, momentum, reviews, plans, listed features and who runs each. Store counts as of Nov 3, 2026 for MS Google Maps & Store Locator, Oct 13, 2026 for Visie Store Locator.
The short answer
- Both list a free plan. Paid plans start at $5.99/month for MS Google Maps & Store Locator and $9.99/month for Visie Store Locator.
- Visie Store Locator lists 4 features MS Google Maps & Store Locator’s listing doesn’t mention, including Geolocation, Import and export, Locator page.
Head to head
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- United States
Momentum
New reviews each month
Review pace is the clearest public read on how fast an app is winning new merchants.
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
Free
- · Download Sample File
- · Import & Export CSV
- · Search Store
- · Up to 5 store locations
Starter
- · Download Sample File
- · Import & Export CSV
- · Search Store
- · Up to 50 store locations
Growth
- · Download Sample File
- · Import & Export CSV
- · Search Store
- · Up to 100 store locations
Unlimited
- · Download Sample File
- · Import & Export CSV
- · Search Store
- · Unlimited store locations
Coverage counts what each App Store listing names. Every feature, checked off app by app, is in Shoplist.
See every featureMS 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.
Store Locator helps merchants make it easier for customers to find nearby stores and retail locations. Merchants can add and manage store information, including addresses, contact details, opening hours, and map locations, giving customers a convenient way to discover where they can shop in person.
- 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.
- Display store and retail locations on an easy-to-use map.
- Show store addresses, phone numbers, opening hours, and other important details.
- Help customers search for and find relevant store locations.
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 |  MS Google Maps & Store Locator |  Visie Store Locator |
|---|---|---|
| Detected stores | 2 | Not published |
| 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 | Media, Toys & Games | Not published |
| Top store countries | Australia, United States | Not published |
Reviews
| Measure | MS Google Maps & Store Locator | Visie Store Locator |
|---|---|---|
| App Store rating | 4.3 ★ | Not published |
| App Store reviews | 38 | Not published |
| New reviews, 28 days | 0 | Not enough data |
| Reviewers a year or more in | Not enough data | Not enough data |
Pricing
| Measure | MS Google Maps & Store Locator | Visie Store Locator |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Lowest paid monthly plan | $5.99/month(ahead) | $9.99/month |
| Longest free trial | 7 days | 5 days |
| Plans listed | 4 | 4 |
Listing
| Measure | MS Google Maps & Store Locator | Visie Store Locator |
|---|---|---|
| Shopify category rank | #51(ahead) | #160 |
| Shopify App Charts | #16 in Store locator | Not on this week’s charts |
| Built for Shopify | No | No |
| Launched | Feb 15, 2018 | Sep 14, 2026 |
| Languages | 1 | 1 |
| Developer | Metizsoft | Visie Solution |
FAQ
MS Google Maps & Store Locator and Visie Store Locator: common questions
- Is MS Google Maps & Store Locator or Visie Store Locator cheaper?
- Both list a free plan. Paid plans start at $5.99/month for MS Google Maps & Store Locator and $9.99/month for Visie 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?
- MS Google Maps & Store Locator lists 1 the others don’t mention, such as Location search. Visie Store Locator lists 4 the others don’t mention, such as Geolocation, Import and export, Locator page, Mobile responsive. 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 Nov 3, 2026 for MS Google Maps & Store Locator, Oct 13, 2026 for Visie 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 Nov 3, 2026 for MS Google Maps & Store Locator, Oct 13, 2026 for Visie 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.