Our Customers Love Mapping With eSpatial
As a leading MapPoint replacement, eSpatial offers cloud-based mapping tools designed to meet today’s dynamic business needs. With Microsoft MapPoint's retirement, this modern MapPoint alternative fills the gap with smarter, faster, and more flexible location intelligence.
What to Look for in a MapPoint Alternative
The discontinuation of Microsoft MapPoint in 2015 left users searching for a MapPoint replacement to help them visualize their data. Our mapping software is your leading choice to take its place, providing all of MapPoint’s capabilities and much more, including:
- Quick and easy visualization and analysis
- World-leading territory capability
- Publish/share with ease from the cloud
- Approved Microsoft partner, unparalleled MapPoint experience
- All in a free trial with no credit card required
With MapPoint, as a desktop-based software, you have to print out a piece of paper and take it with you. With eSpatial, as a cloud-based software, you can load your maps on an iPad. This means you can send the maps to your reps and they can go in the field with their iPads and quickly and easily punch in the addresses of the people they want to visit.
Eric Tedford
Consumer Insights Analyst

Everything You Could Do
With MapPoint — and More
Use cases for MapPoint and eSpatial platforms include sales and marketing, logistics and operations, business analysis, emergency response, education, and real estate. However, a snapshot of eSpatial’s features versus MapPoint’s shows why this is your priority investment.
Features |
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MapPoint |
eSpatial |
Data visualization |
Data visualization with more advanced styling options |
Route planning |
Route planning |
GPS tracking |
GPS tracking |
Territory management |
Territory management |
Reporting |
Reporting |
Mileage tracking |
Mileage tracking |
Desktop based |
Cloud based |
No remote access |
Remote access |
Limited to device installed on |
Accessible on PCs, Macs, iOS, and Android devices |
Labeling |
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Real-time collaboration |
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Map and data sharing |
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Route optimization |
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Free trial |
Core Features of eSpatial
As demonstrated above, eSpatial’s alternative to MapPoint still offers the main capabilities of its predecessor. These core features have been bolstered to match the dynamicity of the modern business environment while simultaneously providing a seamless and easy-to-use interface. This is further evidence that eSpatial is the best alternative to MapPoint.
1. Taking Mapping to the Cloud
As a cloud-based MapPoint replacement software, eSpatial works seamlessly across desktop, tablet, and mobile—no installation or specific device required. Your maps are securely stored in the cloud, making it easy to collaborate, update, and access data in real time across your team. With features like Salesforce integration, map styling, and annotation tools, this robust Microsoft MapPoint alternative ensures your location analysis is always current, shareable, and backed up.
2. Access Your Maps Anywhere on Multiple Devices
Unlike MapPoint, which was limited to licensed desktop installations, eSpatial is a cloud-based solution that works across all your devices. This online MapPoint alternative allows users to view, edit, and share maps anytime, whether they're using a PC, Mac, tablet, or smartphone. You’re no longer office-bound; your maps are always within reach.


3. Plot and Label Your Data for Quick Visualizations
Enjoy plotting, labeling, layering, and styling your business data effortlessly with eSpatial—just as you did with MapPoint, but with greater flexibility, clarity and accuracy. With features like heat maps, optimized labeling, as well as size and symbol-by-value styling, you’ll pick up trends quicker and gather valuable insights faster. As a MapPoint replacement, eSpatial also gives you a variety of base maps, helping you bring your data to life.


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4. Plan and Optimize Routes
Planning efficient routes is simple with eSpatial's built-in route optimization, which considers every stop (coffee breaks included) and your preferred start and end points. You can schedule up to 20 days in advance, add custom stops, and access turn-by-turn directions through Google Maps, Apple Maps, or Waze. As a feature-rich MapPoint alternative with route sharing and exporting, it ensures your teams operate optimally daily.


5. Build and Manage Your Territories
Territory management is one of the top reasons MapPoint users switch to eSpatial. Our trusted Microsoft MapPoint alternative lets you build, balance, and analyze territories precisely and optimize sales territories on a work index. You can also delegate territory responsibilities by hierarchy and even upload existing MapPoint files, making it easy to transition without losing work or momentum.


Why Teams Choose eSpatial
as Their MapPoint Alternative
Microsoft MapPoint may be discontinued, but eSpatial offers a modern, cloud-based MapPoint replacement for today’s workflows:
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Quick to adopt
Easy for new users, no steep learning curve
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Works anywhere
Accessible across devices from remote locations
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Flexible for real workflows
Adapts to sales, ops, and logistics use cases
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Reliable support
Responsive guidance when you need it
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Team-ready
Open live maps in the field, plan visits, and collaborate in real-time
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Import My Old MapPoint Files Into eSpatial?
Yes, you can import your existing MapPoint files directly into eSpatial. This makes transitioning smooth without losing valuable territory or customer data. Our support team can help with file conversion and troubleshooting if needed.
Does eSpatial Support ZIP Code Mapping and Postal Boundaries?
Yes, eSpatial fully supports ZIP code mapping and postal boundaries. You can effortlessly create, edit, and analyze territories using ZIP or postal codes, which is ideal for sales planning, coverage analysis, and reporting.
Is eSpatial Available Offline Like MapPoint Was?
eSpatial is primarily a cloud-based platform, but maps can be accessed and edited offline using specific device settings. Once reconnected, changes and updates automatically sync across your team. This gives you flexibility without losing cloud advantages.
How Does eSpatial Compare to MapPoint in Terms of Routing and Territory Management?
eSpatial offers more advanced routing and territory management tools than MapPoint. This includes optimization, multi-day planning, and real-time collaboration. You can easily assign, balance, and adjust territories with drag-and-drop simplicity.