ADU 0961: How Does Maps Made Easy Compare to Pix4D? - a podcast by Drone U

In today's show, we reveal the pros & cons of different drone mapping software. Specifically, we compare Pix4D, Maps Made Easy, and Drone Deploy.



We have talked about Pix4D many times in our previous shows. John, our caller for today, is wondering if Maps Made Easy is a good option compared to Pix4D.



To answer John's question, we first breakdown drone mapping software into three main categories: 1) Acquisition 2) Processing 3) All-in-one. Can you use Maps Made Easy for data acquisition AND data processing? And, what are some unique benefits of using Maps Made Easy? You will also learn WHY you should avoid using an all-in-one mapping software like DroneDeploy.



We also reveal the advantages of using Pix4D for processing your mapping data. Learn how you can build better looking and more accurate drone maps and models using Pix4D. Towards the end, we speculate how drone mapping software will evolve in the future. Thanks for the great question, John. Fly safe!



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Timestamps



Today's question is about the pros & cons of different drone mapping software

Is Maps Made Easy suitable for data acquisition and data processing?

Understanding the difference between acquisition and processing software

What are the limitations of using an all-in-one application like DroneDeploy?

Paul explains drone mapping workflow

Can you build better looking and more accurate models using Pix4D?

How to accurately mark GCP's in Pix4D

What is one unique benefit of using Maps Made Easy?

How will drone mapping software evolve in the future?

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