We make Dukanoo, so weigh this comparison with that in mind. Google Maps does far more overall, and most people will use both.
Side by side
| Question | Google Maps | Dukanoo |
|---|---|---|
| Where does it work? | Worldwide | Prayagraj for now |
| What does it list? | All kinds of places, in very large numbers | Street stalls only, and we are still adding them |
| Is it open now? | Worked out mainly from listed hours | Set by the owner that day |
| What is left today? | Not a usual feature for stalls | In Stock, Few Left or Finished for each item, with the update time |
| What if the cart moves? | A business pin or service area | The owner can share a live location |
| Reviews and photos | Large numbers from users | Photos from owners. No customer reviews yet. |
| Directions | Walking, driving and public transport | Walking only |
| Stall QR code | Not its focus | One code for each stall, to open and save it |
| Cost to customers | Free | Free, with no account needed to browse |
When Google Maps is the better choice
- You are outside Prayagraj, or looking for a place Dukanoo does not list.
- You want reviews from many people before you decide.
- You are driving or taking public transport.
- You are looking for a restaurant or a well-known shop with a fixed address.
When Dukanoo is the better choice
- You are in Prayagraj and want to see which listed stalls have opened today.
- You want to know if an item is still available before you walk over.
- The stall you like is a cart that moves around.
- You met a stall once and want a simple way back to it, using its QR code.
Why street stalls are hard for any map
Google’s guidelines are written around a business’s location and “stated hours”, which works well for shops. A stall that opens when the first batch is ready, or moves down the road, can change faster than a listing does. Read how live status works on Dukanoo.
If you own a stall
You do not have to choose. A Google profile can help people find you in search, and Dukanoo can show nearby customers that you are open and what you have left. See how to list your stall online.