Comparison

Grand View Recorder vs MineAR

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

Head to head
About

Grand View Recorder

Features
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Voice recoginition for the voice command needs internet connections. Please notice that the traffic always occurs when the voice command turns on. App supports just for iOS10 above. Say “Recording start” when you saw the grand view, you can record the video of a grand view easily. Please mute the music before you say “Recording”, because the recoginition rate decreases at playing a music. 4k video supports for iPhone6s/plus. You can set the recording point long-pressing on the map. Please long-press the info window of the the recording point for deleting the point. You can set the distance(15m, 250m, 500m) short of the point, a size of video and recording time for each point respectively. The recorded video is saved automatically to photo library. Voice command available. The accuracy of voice recoginition will be reduced under noisy circumstances. Please say “Recording” and the recording will start/stop. Or tap the record button/compass arrow for starting to record. long-press on speed label to change the unit of Speed/Alt. Notice: Please tuen off "low power mode” at settings->battery. Otherwise your iPhone/iPad will enter to the suspended mode. Please set your iPhone/iPad away from direct sunlight and notice the battery charge remaining and disk capacity.

About

MineAR

Visualize your subsurface GIS data in 3D augmented reality directly in the field. Overlay your data with terrain and geography to identify obstructions, compare topography, and discover new exploration targets. Works offline and includes a NearMe service for points of interest.

Highlights
  • Augmented reality data visualization
  • Overlay subsurface data with terrain
  • Identify drilling obstructions
  • Offline functionality
  • NearMe service for points of interest
  • Import CSV and GEOJSON data
  • Data styling and organization
Features
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Data you can grasp. As a geoscience professional, we know you want an easier way to see your GIS data while you’re in the field. MineAR allows you to do exactly that. Our app seamlessly allows you to upload your subsurface data and lets you see it alongside your surrounding terrain and geography. MineAR helps eliminate costly mistakes by allowing you to engage with your data, see obstructions for your drilling and exploration targets, and compare the topography with where you need to drill in real space. Discover all of this on our app. ▶ How It Works 1 - LOAD YOUR DATA Expect accurate and dependable results that are fast and responsive. 2 - VIEW IT IN THE FIELD No more frustration. Confirm your drilling and exploration targets and cross-reference your data while never leaving the job site. 3 - DISCOVER Eliminate unknowns as you locate new minerals in real-time. ▶ Free MineAR App Features • No ads • NearMe service shows the roads, rivers, points of interest, and elevation models in augmented reality of your location. This service is particularly helpful in the discovery of new mining or digging locations so you can compare the topography and the terrain. • Augmented reality and virtual reality modes • Digital elevation model • Works on and offline • Compass and GPS keep you and your data centered with the elevation model. ▶ Additional Premium Features • IMPORT common datatypes: CSV, GEOJSON (points, lines and shapes!) • ORGANIZE your data by Project • VIEW and STYLIZE your data by any of the data's attributes. ▶ Free Trial! Subscription Information Thank you for being an early adopter! A free trial gives you complete access to the app and the ability to upload and view your own data. Sample data added for you to play with. ▶ Feedback: Having a problem, or want to request new features please contact us at support@gominear.com Terms of use: https://www.gominear.com/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Grand View Recorder1 screens
MineAR4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Grand View Recorder at none against MineAR's 2. MineAR's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence and device support 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. MineAR sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Grand View Recorder asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Grand View Recorder ships an update every 2 months, MineAR every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Grand View Recorder versus MineAR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGrand View RecorderMineAR
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—5 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB104 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBecomingSystemsMap Life, LLC

In-app purchases

None

Grand View Recorder

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

MineAR

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Grand View Recorder free?
Grand View Recorder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MineAR free?
MineAR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Grand View Recorder or MineAR have ads?
Grand View Recorder shows ads; MineAR does not.
Which is updated more often, Grand View Recorder or MineAR?
Grand View Recorder ships an update every 2 months, and MineAR every 3 months. Most recently, Grand View Recorder was updated on October 26, 2026 and MineAR on October 10, 2026.

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