Comparison

ArcGIS AppStudio Player vs Geode Connect

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

ArcGIS AppStudio Player

Instantly view and test mapping applications created with ArcGIS AppStudio. Sign in with your ArcGIS credentials to access and evaluate your own creations or those shared with you before distribution.

Highlights
  • View mapping applications
  • Test app creations
  • Sign in with ArcGIS credentials
  • Download shared applications
  • Evaluate before distribution
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AppStudio Player lets you instantly view mapping applications created with ArcGIS AppStudio. It offers you a great way to quickly test your own creations before you build and distribute them. To get started: 1. Install the ArcGIS AppStudio for Player app 2. Open and sign in with your ArcGIS Online or Enterprise credentials. 3. Select, download and test the mapping applications you have created or that have been shared with you.

About

Geode Connect

Configure and communicate with a GNSS receiver to collect precise location data. Adjust settings, monitor real-time position, and access detailed receiver output for various accuracy needs.

Highlights
  • Configure Geode GNSS receiver settings
  • Monitor real-time position and accuracy
  • Select SBAS, L-Band, or NTRIP corrections
  • View satellite skyplot
  • Access raw data and direct commands
  • Control receiver settings for work environments
Features
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GEODE CONNECT is a configuration and communication utility for the GEODE GNSS RECEIVER. It provides the ability to establish communications to the Geode Real-Time Sub-meter GPS/GNSS Receiver, change receiver settings, and displays position, altitude, estimated horizontal error, differential status fix info, speed, heading, satellites in fix and PDOP. Using the Configure Receiver settings menu, select SBAS, Atlas® L-Band, or NTRIP-delivered RTK Float corrections for selectable accuracy to fit your job. The Skyplot screen shows satellites in use for the various supported constellations and their distribution in the sky. A terminal screen is included to allow users a “deep dive” into the actual data output from the receiver, and direct command access. The Receiver Configuration menu provides the ability to control a wide range of receiver settings to suit your work environment. REAL-TIME SCALABLE ACCURACY GNSS RECEIVER Looking for a simple yet precise GNSS solution at an affordable price? With the Geode, you can easily collect real-time, sub-meter, sub-foot or decimeter accurate GNSS data without the huge price tag or complexity of other precision receivers. Designed with versatility in mind, the Geode works with a wide range of devices to fit your needs exactly, and is especially useful for bring-your-own-device workplaces. Take the Geode with you mounted on a pole, in a pack, or held in your hand to collect real-time precise GNSS data in harsh environments, using almost any handheld device. For information on the Geode GPS Receiver, visit our product page at www.junipersys.com. Disclaimer: Using the Geode Connect software and a Bluetooth connection to the Geode receiver continuously will increase consumption of battery power on your mobile device.

Screenshots

ArcGIS AppStudio Player4 screens
Geode Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ArcGIS AppStudio Player at 100% against Geode Connect's 0%. ArcGIS AppStudio Player also leads on rating (4.2 vs 3.8). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ArcGIS AppStudio Player holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12 and 9 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of ArcGIS AppStudio Player's written reviews are positive against 0% of Geode Connect's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ArcGIS AppStudio Player ships an update every 3 months, Geode Connect every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on August 31, 2026 and June 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
ArcGIS AppStudio Player versus Geode Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArcGIS AppStudio PlayerGeode Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (12 ratings) — better3.8 (9 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings12 — better9
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size174 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperESRIJuniper Systems, Inc.

Customer experience

ArcGIS AppStudio Player

All ratings12 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Geode Connect

All ratings9 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

ArcGIS AppStudio Player

No in-app purchases

None

Geode Connect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ArcGIS AppStudio Player free?
ArcGIS AppStudio Player is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Geode Connect free?
Geode Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, ArcGIS AppStudio Player or Geode Connect?
ArcGIS AppStudio Player is rated higher. ArcGIS AppStudio Player averages 4.2 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Geode Connect averages 3.8 from 9 ratings.
Do ArcGIS AppStudio Player or Geode Connect have ads?
Neither ArcGIS AppStudio Player nor Geode Connect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ArcGIS AppStudio Player or Geode Connect?
ArcGIS AppStudio Player ships an update every 3 months, and Geode Connect every 4 months. Most recently, ArcGIS AppStudio Player was updated on August 31, 2026 and Geode Connect on June 5, 2026.

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