Comparison

MineAR vs Well Toolset

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

Head to head
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

About

Well Toolset

Search and navigate to oil wells across 20 states. View production data for North Dakota wells and access offline mode for routes and custom locations. Includes real-time sync and map search capabilities.

Highlights
  • Search and navigate to oil wells
  • Production data for North Dakota
  • Offline mode for routes and locations
  • Real-time sync across devices
  • Map search for nearby wells
  • Monthly well updates
Features
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Search and Navigate to oil wells across the United States! View produced oil, water and gas for wells in North Dakota. All Devices Supported! To use the web app visit www.WellToolset.com States Supported: Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, West Virginia, Wyoming Standard Subscription • Search for oil wells across 20 state and find wells quickly • Filter wells by state, operator, status, and well type • Navigate to wells using Google Maps, Apple Maps, Waze • Production Data for North Dakota Wells • Offline Mode access routes, custom locations and find wells without an internet connection (Must download wells for your state in settings) • Map Search see well locations for the map area displayed on your screen • Add wells to routes for faster access • Create folders with custom locations choose pins on a map • Realtime Sync see changes happen in realtime between devices • See nearby well locations • Satellite, terrain, and street map views • Monthly well updates to include new wells • Search History • View oil prices, natural gas prices and US rig count • Personal and Business Accounts • View individual well details Terms of Service:  https://www.welltoolset.com/terms.html

Screenshots

MineAR4 screens
Well Toolset4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MineAR at 5.0 against Well Toolset's 4.6. Well Toolset's advantage is update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 3 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. MineAR sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Well Toolset sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MineAR holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 10 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MineAR ships an update every 3 months, Well Toolset every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on June 1, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
MineAR versus Well Toolset: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMineARWell Toolset
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (5 ratings) — better4.6 (10 ratings)
Number of ratings510 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size104 MB121 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMap Life, LLCJamey Allen

Customer experience

MineAR

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Well Toolset

All ratings10 ratings
Positive90.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative10.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

MineAR

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

Well Toolset

Subscriptions4
  • Pro Plan - Monthly7 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Team Plan - Monthly7 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Pro Plan - Yearly7 Days trial$85.991 Year
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  • Team Plan - Yearly7 Days trial$131.991 Year

Questions

Is MineAR free?
MineAR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Well Toolset free?
Well Toolset is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MineAR or Well Toolset?
MineAR is rated higher. MineAR averages 5.0 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Well Toolset averages 4.6 from 10 ratings.
Do MineAR or Well Toolset have ads?
Neither MineAR nor Well Toolset shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MineAR or Well Toolset?
MineAR ships an update every 3 months, and Well Toolset every 4 weeks. Most recently, MineAR was updated on June 1, 2026 and Well Toolset on June 1, 2026.

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