Comparison

HydraGO vs Geode Connect

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

Head to head
About

HydraGO

Features
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Take soil measurements anywhere for those applications not requiring a permanent soil monitoring system. Your iOS device communicates wirelessly with the HydraGO / HydraGO Flex using bluetooth. Simply insert the probe into the soil, and tap the “Sample” button in the HydraGO app. The app will display soil moisture content, temperature, conductivity, and dielectric permittivity on-screen for immediate viewing. The date and time of each measurement are recorded along with the soil measurement data and the GPS location measured by your smartphone’s GPS receiver (HydraGO) or automotive-grade GPS receiver (HydraGO Flex). All data can be saved and emailed as a .CSV file for analysis in Excel. Notes and location names can be added to the data records. HydraGO / HydraGO Flex uses the same patented soil sensor as the HydraProbe.

About

Geode Connect

Configure and communicate with a GNSS receiver to collect precise location data. Adjust settings, monitor real-time position, and access detailed receiver output for various accuracy needs.

Highlights
  • Configure Geode GNSS receiver settings
  • Monitor real-time position and accuracy
  • Select SBAS, L-Band, or NTRIP corrections
  • View satellite skyplot
  • Access raw data and direct commands
  • Control receiver settings for work environments
Features
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GEODE CONNECT is a configuration and communication utility for the GEODE GNSS RECEIVER. It provides the ability to establish communications to the Geode Real-Time Sub-meter GPS/GNSS Receiver, change receiver settings, and displays position, altitude, estimated horizontal error, differential status fix info, speed, heading, satellites in fix and PDOP. Using the Configure Receiver settings menu, select SBAS, Atlas® L-Band, or NTRIP-delivered RTK Float corrections for selectable accuracy to fit your job. The Skyplot screen shows satellites in use for the various supported constellations and their distribution in the sky. A terminal screen is included to allow users a “deep dive” into the actual data output from the receiver, and direct command access. The Receiver Configuration menu provides the ability to control a wide range of receiver settings to suit your work environment. REAL-TIME SCALABLE ACCURACY GNSS RECEIVER Looking for a simple yet precise GNSS solution at an affordable price? With the Geode, you can easily collect real-time, sub-meter, sub-foot or decimeter accurate GNSS data without the huge price tag or complexity of other precision receivers. Designed with versatility in mind, the Geode works with a wide range of devices to fit your needs exactly, and is especially useful for bring-your-own-device workplaces. Take the Geode with you mounted on a pole, in a pack, or held in your hand to collect real-time precise GNSS data in harsh environments, using almost any handheld device. For information on the Geode GPS Receiver, visit our product page at www.junipersys.com. Disclaimer: Using the Geode Connect software and a Bluetooth connection to the Geode receiver continuously will increase consumption of battery power on your mobile device.

Screenshots

HydraGO3 screens
Geode Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Geode Connect at every 4 months against HydraGO's every 24 months. HydraGO's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 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

HydraGO ships an update every 24 months, Geode Connect every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
HydraGO versus Geode Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHydraGOGeode Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.8 (9 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—9 — better
Update frequencyEvery 24 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better12.2
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStevens Water Monitoring Systems, Inc.Juniper Systems, Inc.

In-app purchases

None

HydraGO

No in-app purchases

None

Geode Connect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HydraGO free?
HydraGO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Geode Connect free?
Geode Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do HydraGO or Geode Connect have ads?
Neither HydraGO nor Geode Connect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HydraGO or Geode Connect?
HydraGO ships an update every 24 months, and Geode Connect every 4 months. Most recently, HydraGO was updated on October 17, 2026 and Geode Connect on October 16, 2026.

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