Comparison

Point Load Test vs Grain SA

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

Head to head
About

Point Load Test

This application facilitates point load testing for geotechnical analysis by connecting to a compatible device via Bluetooth. It automates specimen measurement, calculates test results, and allows for custom equation definitions for strength determination. It also supports Ultrasonic P-Wave Velocity measurements.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth connectivity to PLT device
  • Automated specimen measurement
  • Point load test result calculation
  • Customizable strength determination equations
  • Graphing of load vs. equivalent core diameter
  • Ultrasonic P-Wave Velocity measurement support
Features
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*NOTE: This is a new version of the PLT app. The old version will remain listed in the meantime but will be removed soon. The Point Load Test Application was designed to be used in conjunction with a GCTS PLT-2W. This application allows the user to easily perform tests and record data by connecting to a PLT device via Bluetooth. The device will output load and displacement from a pair of sensors, which will be read by the app and used to calculate point load test results. The app allows two-step calibrations of these readings, and also can obtain pre-loaded calibration factors from within the PLT-2W. Using this application, specimen measurements can be made with ease. By simply placing the specimen in the apparatus as shown in the application and applying a small load, the application will automatically calculate the dimension of the specimen in that axis. This app can be used with diametral, axial, or irregular specimens. In addition, the application can be set to reuse certain dimensions, so if a core sample is used, the application can be set to use the same diameter for each specimen tested. The operator can also define a custom equation for determination of the unconfined compressive strength from the point load strength index as calculated by the test. The application will automatically graph the load versus equivalent core diameter and automatically calculate the unconfined compressive strength for the rock specimen. This app also allows the measurement of Ultrasonic P-Wave Velocities when paired with a ULT-2 or ULT-200.

About

Grain SA

Features
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Mobile survey data capturing for authorized users of the Grain SA platform. The app makes capturing pig farm data more efficient and works online and offline. Features include: • Open and submit surveys in your account • View your completed survey history • Mobile data registration for grain producing business entities • Authorized veterinarians gain access the Passive Disease Surveillance surveys. • Authorized business development managers gain access to Farm Visit- and Mentorship surveys The Grain SA is an integrated platform that offers stakeholders in the South African grain value chain a protected environment to share information and facilitate interactions that create value and drive competitiveness, sustainability and food safety in the grain industry. Our app is free to download and use by authorized users. Authorization is granted by the Grain SA administration. Administration can be contacted at members@grainsa.co.za. Don't forget to synchronize unsynced actions before updating the app.

Screenshots

Point Load Test4 screens
Grain SA4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Grain SA at monthly against Point Load Test's every 3 months. Grain SA also leads on iOS requirement (10.2 vs 12.2). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Point Load Test ships an update every 3 months, Grain SA monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Point Load Test versus Grain SA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPoint Load TestGrain SA
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.210.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size90 MB98 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGCTS Testing Systems4SIGHT SYSTEMS (PTY) LTD

In-app purchases

None

Point Load Test

No in-app purchases

None

Grain SA

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Point Load Test free?
Point Load Test is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Grain SA free?
Grain SA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Point Load Test or Grain SA have ads?
Neither Point Load Test nor Grain SA shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Point Load Test or Grain SA?
Point Load Test ships an update every 3 months, and Grain SA monthly. Most recently, Point Load Test was updated on November 2, 2026 and Grain SA on October 30, 2026.

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