A Local Falcon alternative for geogrid tracking
A dedicated geogrid scanner with large grids and a credit system. If you mainly need Google Maps geogrid scans with history, alerts and client reports, here is how MapsGrid compares.
Local Falcon and MapsGrid, feature by feature
| What you compare | Local Falcon | MapsGrid |
|---|---|---|
| Entry price | $24.99/month | Free |
| What the free tool includes | 7,500 credits per month (1 credit = 1 grid point) | 150 grid points per month (three full 7×7 grids), 1 tracked keyword |
| Unused points | Monthly credits expire at month end (per their pricing page); pay-as-you-go top-ups at $0.05 per credit | Unused points carry over one month |
| Grid sizes | 3×3 up to 21×21 | 3×3 to 9×9 |
| Scheduled re-scans | – | Daily, weekly or monthly re-scans |
| Client reports | – | Private report link and PDF for every account |
| Your own branding | – | Not included |
| Languages | – | English and French |
A dash means the point is not stated on the pages we checked, not that the feature is missing. Competitor data comes from their public pricing pages, 2026-10; check each vendor for current terms. Product and company names belong to their owners.
Where Local Falcon is the better pick
- Much larger grids, up to 21×21, and a bigger entry allowance: 7,500 points against our 2,000.
- An AI-written report option and pay-as-you-go credits when you need a one-off burst of scans.
Where MapsGrid fits
- Free to use, with 150 grid points every month.
- Unused points carry over one month instead of expiring.
- A private report link and a PDF for every account.
- A report you can hand to a client as is.
- Interface, emails and reports in English and French.
Honest limits
MapsGrid does one thing: geogrid rank tracking. If you need reviews management, citations or a full suite, a broader tool is a better fit.
Common questions
How is MapsGrid different from Local Falcon?
MapsGrid does one job: geogrid rank tracking with history, alerts and client reports. Unused points carry over for a month, reports can carry your own logo, and it is free to use. If you need a wider toolbox, Local Falcon may fit better.
Can I bring my history over from Local Falcon?
Not today. Your MapsGrid history starts with your first scan, which takes a few minutes for a 7×7 grid.
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