Atlas

Ask location questions; get interactive maps and analysis.

low-code/no-code Freemium
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About Atlas

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Key Features

  • Conversational map building (Navi): Users describe a map or analysis in natural language and Atlas configures layers, styling, and filters automatically.
  • AI data fields: Atlas can create new attributes from existing data based on a text prompt, useful for tagging, categorization, or derived metrics.
  • Browser based GIS and collaboration: Multiple editors can work on the same map, with changes synced in real time and projects shared via links or embeds.
  • 50+ spatial analysis tools: Includes buffers, overlays, routing, density and proximity analysis, plus domain specific workflows like wind power estimation or solar exposure.
  • Interactive dashboards and widgets: Map based dashboards with charts, filters, buttons, and download actions turn projects into lightweight spatial applications.

Pros

  • + Low barrier to entry: Natural language workflows and a visual builder let non‑specialists create serious GIS outputs without months of training.
  • + Strong collaboration model: Browser based projects with real time editing, comments, and unlimited free viewers on higher tiers suit team environments.
  • + Rich data and integration story: Supports 30+ spatial formats, open data like OpenStreetMap, private Google Sheets, PostgreSQL, and PostGIS.
  • + Template driven workflows: Ready made templates for site selection, asset management, territory planning, and environmental analysis help users get started quickly.

Cons

  • − Still a SaaS only tool: Cloud reliance means no real offline mode for field conditions with poor connectivity.
  • − Advanced GIS users may hit limits: Deep specialists may still prefer classic power user stacks for highly bespoke workflows.
  • − Limited direct support channels: Support is by email and self serve resources rather than phone or always on live chat.