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Difference Between QGIS and ArcGIS

QGIS or Quantum GIS is a Free and open-source software to perform GIS application that supports create, edit, visualise and analysis of Geospatial data.

ArcGIS is a powerful GIS application for Mapping and manipulating Data. It is developed and maintained by ESRI. It’s offers to visualize and analyze your data. Collaborate and share via maps, apps, dashboards and reports.

QGISArcGIS
Free & Open Source SoftwareNot a Free Software, its license-based
It is only one applicationIt is provided four applications- ArcMap, ArcCatalog, ArcGlobe and ArcScene
Supported Operating system are; Windows, MacOS, Linux, and AndroidSupported Operating system are; Windows and Linux
Data Storage option; Relies on PostGISData Storage option; File-based Shapefiles
Not support Geodatabase fileSupport Geodatabase file
Offers Plugin-based ToolNot a Plugin-based Tool, various tools available

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