Comparison

HSvu vs Outcrop

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

Head to head
About

HSvu

View and report details from X-ray diffraction analyses performed by specialized software. Supports numerous file formats and offers multiple graphical views for detailed examination of scan data.

Highlights
  • View X-ray diffraction scans in multiple formats
  • Display and report analysis details from HighScore software
  • Six graphical views for references, scans, and graphs
  • Pan and zoom for detailed inspection
  • Overview of measurement conditions and data
  • Switch between graphics and text
  • Create reports from diffraction documents
Features
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The HSvu-app (HighScore View) displays all kinds of X-ray diffraction scans in various formats. Additionally, it shows and reports all details from an X-ray diffraction analysis performed by the HighScore analysis software from PANalytical (proprietary .HPF format). Experience the power and ease-of-use of HighScore with HSvu: - use six different graphical views for references, single and multiple scans, quantifications and 3-dimensional graphs - pan and zoom-in for details like you do with HighScore - get a complete overview on measurement conditions, scans, peaks, profiles and crystal structure data - switch easily between graphics and textual information - unravel the parameters used in a diffraction analysis and its history - create reports covering either pieces or the complete diffraction document HSvu is a display or viewing app. It shows existing data, but it doesn't perform an analysis nor does it change data. The following file formats are supported: - PANalytical .HPF (proprietary HighScore document) - PANalytical scans ( .XRDML) - PANalytical ( .2Dint), ASCII format integrated from a 2D area detector - ASD Inc. binary spectrum ( .ASD) - Philips binary scans ( .RD), ( .SD), ( .FP), ASCCI ( .UDF), ASCII( .LIS) - Bruker binary scans ( .RAW) versions 1, 2, 3 and 4 - ASCII scans ( .LST), ( .UXD), ( .XDD) - Crystallographic information file: ( .CIF) - General ASCII scan X-Y(-Z) table ( .ASC) - DBW-Rietveld ASCII scan ( .RFL) - GSAS ASCII scans ( .RAW), ( .XRA) - ICDD PD3 ASCII scan ( .PD3) - JCAMP ASCII scan ( .JDX or .JCP) - LH-Rietveld ASCII scan ( .LHP) - MDI ASCII scan ( .MDI) - Rigaku ASCII scan ( .ASC), ( .FI),( .RAS), binary scan ( .RAW) - Scintag binary scan ( .RAW) - Seifert ASCII scan ( .ASC) - Shimadzu binary scan ( .RAW) - Skrowonek UDS2 ASCII scan ( .UDS) - Stoe CSD-PROFAN ASCII scan ( .PRO),( .DAT), binary scan ( .RAW) - Thermo Scientifique (ARL) scan ( .XML) - ASD Inc. binary spectrum (.ASD) Please note: - HSvu requires high processing power and a large memory. The data file size handled by HSvu is limited by the device capabilities and its performance. For a proper operation at least an A6 chipset, as present in the iPhone 5, is recommended. More recent devices with a 64-bit processor (like the A7 chipset) provide a very smooth user experience. - To compare several scans you must insert them into a document in HSvu.

About

Outcrop

This app aids geologists in field studies by allowing them to capture high-resolution images of outcrops. Users can interpret geological features, add annotations, take measurements, and export data to construct 3D geological models.

Highlights
  • High-resolution outcrop imaging
  • Interpretation of facies, structures, and boundaries
  • Annotation and measurement tools
  • Dip and azimuth measurement
  • GPS location integration
  • 3D geological model export (GOCAD format)
Features
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This application is designed for the geologist to use during field studies. It lets the user take pictures of the outcrop, interpret the high resolution image and export this information in 3D to construct a 3D geological model. On the image, the user can interpret facies intervals, sedimentary structures and boundaries. The user can add annotations anywhere, measure width/height of sediment bodies (channels, lobes, etc.), and compute bodies statistics. Using an iphone or ipad, the user can measure dip and azimuth and locate this measure on the picture or use its GPS location to export dip markers to the 3D model. Once the user defines the image scale, all interpreted boundaries and intervals can be exported in 3D in GOCAD format (image, interpretations boundaries, dip/azimuth and facies intervals).

Screenshots

HSvu4 screens
Outcrop2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: HSvu at 3.0 against Outcrop's 1.7. Outcrop's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 9 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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

HSvu holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 1.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 3 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HSvu ships an update every 9 months, Outcrop every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 11, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
HSvu versus Outcrop: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHSvuOutcrop
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better1.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings23 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.011.0
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMalvern Panalytical B.V.Next-Shot

Customer experience

HSvu

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Outcrop

All ratings3 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral33.3%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

HSvu

No in-app purchases

None

Outcrop

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HSvu free?
HSvu is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Outcrop free?
Outcrop is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, HSvu or Outcrop?
HSvu is rated higher. HSvu averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Outcrop averages 1.7 from 3 ratings.
Do HSvu or Outcrop have ads?
Neither HSvu nor Outcrop shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HSvu or Outcrop?
HSvu ships an update every 9 months, and Outcrop every 5 weeks. Most recently, HSvu was updated on June 11, 2026 and Outcrop on June 1, 2026.

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