Comparison

Forney PRO vs EDDMapS

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

Head to head
About

Forney PRO

Features
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Forney HD Flame Detector mobile app. Use this paid app to monitor and tune your Forney HD Flame Detector. Clear indication of flame on and flame off status. This app requires the Forney HD Flame detector hardware. This product is available by calling 800-356-7740. When a bluetooth connection is established between your iPhone or iPad and the Forney Flame detector this app indicates the presence of a flame for safety monitoring. The user is also able to view details of flame intensity across a range of frequencies in both the IR and UV spectrums. The app will display settings for flame discrimination (when multiple burners are present) and allow the user to tune set points for pick up and drop out of the safety relays. Using a high speed signal processor, allows specification of frequency windows to within 2 Hz resolution. The Forney HD Flame detector is agency approved for use in a wide range of industries. Any system faults are clearly displayed in the app for easy diagnosis by the user. The Forney HD Pro app, allows the user to modify the flame detector settings. This capability is also password protected.

About

EDDMapS

Document and map the distribution of invasive species with this user-friendly system. It allows for easy data submission, visualization, and querying, aiding in early detection and rapid response efforts. All data is reviewed by experts for accuracy.

Highlights
  • Document invasive species distribution
  • User-friendly mapping system
  • Data submission and querying
  • Interactive maps
  • Expert data verification
  • Early Detection and Rapid Response support
Features
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EDDMapS is a mapping system for documenting invasive species distribution. It is fast, easy to use, and doesn't require Geographic Information Systems experience. Launched in 2005 by the Center for Invasive Species and Ecosystem Health at the University of Georgia, it was originally designed as a tool for state Exotic Pest Plant Councils to develop more complete distribution data of invasive species. EDDMapS goal is to maximize the effectiveness and accessibility of the immense numbers of invasive species observations recorded each year. Why do we care? An invasive species is when a nonnative species causes or is likely to cause economic, environmental harm, or harm to human health. Invasive species negatively impact agriculture, recreation, natural ecosystems, biodiversity, and more. The first step is prevention of nonnative introduction. The second step is to map where the invasive species are found in the introduced area. How does it work? EDDMapS is a platform to document, display, and query the presence of invasive species. A simple, interactive Web interface engages participants to submit their observations or view results through interactive queries into the EDDMapS database. EDDMapS encourages users to participate by providing Internet tools that maintain their personal records and enable them to visualize data with interactive maps. Users simply enter information from their observations into the standardized reporting form, which allows specific information about the infestation and images to be added. Uploaded data entered is immediately loaded to the database for verification. Once data is reviewed as correct by an expert, it is available for viewing and download. Being able to see the current data of a species as it moves into a new area helps to facilitate Early Detection and Rapid Response programs (EDRR). EDRR programs help stop or control an invasive species before it becomes an unmanageable problem. All data is reviewed by expert verifiers to ensure all data is accurate prior to public availability. The data is freely available to everyone including scientists, researchers, land managers, land owners, educators, conservationists, ecologists, farmers, foresters, state, and national parks.

Screenshots

Forney PRO4 screens
EDDMapS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: EDDMapS at Free against Forney PRO's $299.99. EDDMapS also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 8 months). Forney PRO's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.6). On 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

EDDMapS is free to download; Forney PRO costs $299.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Forney PRO ships an update every 8 months, EDDMapS monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Forney PRO versus EDDMapS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterForney PROEDDMapS
Price$299.99Free — better
Rating—4.7 (120 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—57.1% of reviews
Number of ratings—120 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB251 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperForney CorporationCharles T. Bargeron

In-app purchases

None

Forney PRO

No in-app purchases

None

EDDMapS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Forney PRO free?
Forney PRO costs $299.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is EDDMapS free?
EDDMapS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Forney PRO or EDDMapS have ads?
Neither Forney PRO nor EDDMapS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Forney PRO or EDDMapS?
Forney PRO ships an update every 8 months, and EDDMapS monthly. Most recently, Forney PRO was updated on September 30, 2026 and EDDMapS on October 12, 2026.

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