Comparison

MineAR vs TerrainHub

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

TerrainHub

Discover over 222,000 outdoor geological sites across 14 categories, including minerals, fossils, and water features. Utilize an AI guide for location-based geological insights and explore with 17 map layers and field tools. Offline maps are available for areas with no service.

Highlights
  • 222,000+ US geological sites
  • 14 discovery categories
  • AI Guide for location-based insights
  • 17 detailed map layers
  • Offline map downloads
  • Field tools for exploration
  • Photo and video analysis
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222,000+ US sites. 14 categories. Gold, hot springs, fossils, caves, waterfalls, and more — for prospectors, rockhounds, fossil and meteorite hunters, hikers, overlanders, landscape photographers, and anyone with an interest in geology. MINERALS & FOSSILS Gold (125k), Precious Metals (14k), Fossils (29k), Rockhounding (663), Meteorites (1.7k). Filter gold sites by prospecting status — active claims, closed claims, historic deposits, fee digs. Filter rockhounding by material type — gemstones, quartz, agates, petrified wood. WATER FEATURES Natural Springs (35k), Hot Springs (2.3k), Waterfalls (11k), Swimming Holes (660). GEOLOGIC FORMATIONS Caves (1.3k), Natural Arches (722), Rock Pillars (419), Slot Canyons (283), Sand Dunes (136). AI GUIDE — ASK ANYTHING ABOUT THE LAND Unlike a regular AI chat, AI Guide checks real government survey data at your exact location — geology, land management, mining claims, soil chemistry, fault lines, and more. Use the pick location on map feature to scout any area and get a full breakdown before you visit. · Text Q&A — Ask about geology, prospecting potential, land rules, or anything about the area. · Photo Identification — Photograph a rock, mineral, or formation. AI Guide cross-references what it sees with the local geology. · Video Analysis — Record a short video and get a breakdown of terrain and formations. Multiple angles reveal what photos can't. · Explore with Kids — Ask AI Guide to explain geological features in simple terms. Turn a family hike into an educational adventure. 17 MAP LAYERS BLM, National Forest, National Parks, State Parks, Wildlife Refuges, Nature Preserves, Wilderness Areas, Streams & Rivers, Lakes & Reservoirs, Active Mining Claims, Closed Mining Claims, PLSS Survey Grid, Rock Types, Soil Geochemistry, Stream Sediment, Fault Lines, Volcanic Features. Private Land Parcels and LiDAR Hillshade coming soon. FIELD TOOLS Waypoints, Field Notes, GPS Camera, Compass, Magnifier, Distance Line, Draw Area, Location Sharing, Import/Export GPX, and more. Offline maps — download regions before you lose service. FREE TO EXPLORE Start exploring for free. Upgrade to PRO for AI Guide, offline map downloads, and geology and mining layers. SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS TerrainHub PRO unlocks AI Guide, offline map downloads, and PRO map layers (Mining Claims, Geology). - TerrainHub PRO Monthly — $9.99/month - TerrainHub PRO Yearly — $89.99/year (save 25%) TerrainHub PRO+ includes everything in PRO plus higher monthly AI Guide limits - TerrainHub PRO+ Monthly — $19.99/month - TerrainHub PRO+ Yearly — $179.99/year (save 25%) All subscriptions include a 7-day free trial. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://terrainhub.app/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://terrainhub.app/terms

Screenshots

MineAR4 screens
TerrainHub4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: TerrainHub at every 9 days against MineAR's every 3 months. MineAR's advantage is ratings volume (5 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, rating, 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 TerrainHub sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for MineAR against 5.0 for TerrainHub. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MineAR has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MineAR ships an update every 3 months, TerrainHub every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
MineAR versus TerrainHub: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMineARTerrainHub
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (5 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings5 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size104 MB93 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMap Life, LLCTerrainHub LLC

Customer experience

MineAR

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

TerrainHub

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

MineAR

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

TerrainHub

Subscriptions2
  • TerrainHub PRO7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • TerrainHub PRO7 Days trial$89.991 Year
One-time8
  • 10 AI Photo Credits$1.99
  • 50 AI Text Credits$2.99
  • 10 AI Video Credits$2.99
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  • 25 AI Photo Credits$3.99
  • 100 AI Text Credits$4.99
  • 25 AI Video Credits$5.99
  • 50 AI Photo Credits$6.99
  • 50 AI Video Credits$9.99

Questions

Is MineAR free?
MineAR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TerrainHub free?
TerrainHub is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MineAR or TerrainHub?
MineAR and TerrainHub are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 5 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do MineAR or TerrainHub have ads?
Neither MineAR nor TerrainHub shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MineAR or TerrainHub?
MineAR ships an update every 3 months, and TerrainHub every 9 days. Most recently, MineAR was updated on October 10, 2026 and TerrainHub on October 7, 2026.

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