QGIS: Free and open-source desktop GIS for Windows, macOS and Linux. SAGA GIS: Free GIS with a large library of terrain and raster analysis tools.
| QGIS | SAGA GIS | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Desktop GIS | Desktop GIS |
| Pricing model | Open source | Open source |
| Starts at | Free | Free |
| Free tier | — | — |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Software licence | GPL-2.0+ | GPL |
| API | — | — |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux | Windows, Linux |
| Made by | — | — |
| Commercial use | Allowed | Check terms |
| Export / print images | Allowed | Check terms |
| Offline / caching | Allowed | Check terms |
| Visits from MapTools | 9 | 10 |
| Visit | Visit |
QGIS features
- Vector and raster editing and analysis
- Processing toolbox with hundreds of algorithms
- Print layouts and atlases
- PostGIS, WMS, WFS and vector tiles
- Python plugins
The software is free for any use. Basemaps and data you load keep their own licences.
QGIS alternativesSAGA GIS features
- Terrain analysis
- Raster processing
- Large tool library
- Scripting
Summary based on public information. Check each provider's current pricing and terms.