Comparison

Geode Connect vs Emlid Flow

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

Head to head
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.

About

Emlid Flow

Manage Emlid Reach receivers and perform positioning tasks like data collection and mapping. Offers free and pro plans for various survey workflows, with cloud sync and team collaboration features.

Highlights
  • Receiver management (base/rover setup)
  • RTK/PPK configuration
  • Point collection and stakeout
  • Import/export various file formats
  • Coordinate system library
  • Cloud sync with Emlid Flow 360
  • Team collaboration
Features
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Emlid Flow is a companion app for Emlid Reach receivers, designed to manage devices and handle all your positioning tasks in one place. The app has Free and Pro plans for a wide range of applications, from ground control point collection to topographic mapping and earthworks. What you get with the free version: - Full control of your receivers: set up base and rover, update, configure RTK and PPK. - Point collection and stakeout. - Import/Export CSV, DXF, KML, or Shapefile files. - Built-in coordinate system library with over 1000 systems. - Ability to create custom coordinate systems. - Base shift. - Cloud sync with Emlid Flow 360. - Team collaboration with up to 10 members. Emlid Flow 360 is the web platform where you can access all data from the app and vice versa! Sync works instantly, allowing you to prepare, manage, and export projects in the office without manual file transfers and even with the receiver at hand. For more advanced survey workflows, Emlid Flow offers Pro Plan: - Collect and stakeout lines and polygons. - Stakeout reports and collect rules for accuracy control. - Survey codes to better differentiate data. - DTM support. - Auto collection tool to free your hands. - Inverse & Traverse for geometry calculations. - Team collaboration with an unlimited number of members. And much more with continuous updates! Try Pro Plan with a 30-day trial available on all platforms. Terms of use: https://emlid.com/legal/#apps-terms Privacy Policy: https://emlid.com/legal/#privacy

Screenshots

Geode Connect4 screens
Emlid Flow4 screens

Verdict

The call

Geode Connect and Emlid Flow both sit at 3.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 58% of Emlid Flow's written reviews are positive against 0% of Geode Connect's. Emlid Flow also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (33 vs 9). Geode Connect's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.2 vs 16.0). On price, rating, ads 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. Emlid Flow sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $24.99 per month. Geode Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.8 for Geode Connect against 3.9 for Emlid Flow. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 33 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 0% of Geode Connect's written reviews are positive against 58% of Emlid Flow's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Geode Connect ships an update every 4 months, Emlid Flow every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on June 5, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Geode Connect versus Emlid Flow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGeode ConnectEmlid Flow
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (9 ratings)3.9 (33 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews57.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings933 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.2 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size39 MB221 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJuniper Systems, Inc.Emlid Tech Kft.

Customer experience

Geode Connect

All ratings9 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Emlid Flow

All ratings33 ratings
Positive72.7%
Neutral3.0%
Negative24.2%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive57.9%
Neutral10.5%
Negative31.6%

In-app purchases

None

Geode Connect

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Emlid Flow

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Plan Individual Monthly1 Month trial$24.991 Month

Questions

Is Geode Connect free?
Geode Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Emlid Flow free?
Emlid Flow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Geode Connect or Emlid Flow?
Emlid Flow is rated higher. Geode Connect averages 3.8 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Emlid Flow averages 3.9 from 33 ratings.
Do Geode Connect or Emlid Flow have ads?
Neither Geode Connect nor Emlid Flow shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Geode Connect or Emlid Flow?
Geode Connect ships an update every 4 months, and Emlid Flow every 10 days. Most recently, Geode Connect was updated on June 5, 2026 and Emlid Flow on September 20, 2026.

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