Comparison

ArcGIS QuickCapture vs ZoneMap

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

Head to head
About

ArcGIS QuickCapture

This app enables rapid collection of field observations, allowing users to record GIS points and attributes efficiently. It's designed for collecting data quickly from a moving vehicle or during surveys.

Highlights
  • Rapid field observation collection
  • Record GIS points and attributes
  • Data capture at-speed
  • Use while moving
  • Scouting and survey support
Features
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ArcGIS QuickCapture is the fastest way to collect field observations. With this time-saving app, you can record GIS points and other attributes while you scout locations, conduct aerial surveys, or assess damage from a moving vehicle. Capture data at-speed with the touch of a button.

About

ZoneMap

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Ditch the messy PDFs and coffee-stained channel sheets. ZoneMap is a fast, offline-first radio channel reference built for scanner hobbyists, ham radio operators, first responders, and comms leads. Keep your channel plans organized, searchable, and rock-solid—from the ham shack to the staging area. Built for Zero Signal ZoneMap is 100% offline-first. Your entire channel library stays accessible in basements, remote incidents, and backcountry dead zones. No loading screens, no waiting on cellular data. Import Sheets in Seconds Stop retyping frequency lists. Import ICS-205 data, Excel spreadsheets, and common scanner exports directly. Match the official paperwork without the manual data-entry headaches. Designed for High-Stress Readability No squinting at tiny spreadsheet cells. View frequencies, tones, offsets, display names, and tactical notes in a clean, high-visibility layout built to be read at a glance. Sync Across Your Devices Build and organize your plans on iPad or Mac, then take them into the field on your iPhone. Cloud sync keeps your entire personal setup seamless across all your gear. Agency & Team Deployment Managing comms for a larger team? Publish official channel plans, handle version updates, and distribute them to field operators instantly via simple Access Codes—no subscription required for field users. Get your comms organized. Download ZoneMap for free today. Note: Advanced features and cloud sync require a ZoneMap subscription. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

ArcGIS QuickCapture4 screens
ZoneMap4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ArcGIS QuickCapture at none against ZoneMap's 2. ArcGIS QuickCapture also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). ZoneMap's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). On price, 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. ZoneMap sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. ArcGIS QuickCapture asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ArcGIS QuickCapture ships an update every 2 months, ZoneMap monthly. The most recent releases landed on August 31, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ArcGIS QuickCapture versus ZoneMap: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArcGIS QuickCaptureZoneMap
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (35 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews63.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings35 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size161 MB86 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperESRINathan Filion

In-app purchases

None

ArcGIS QuickCapture

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

ZoneMap

Subscriptions2
  • ZoneMap Pro Monthly (1 Month)1 Month trial$1.991 Month
  • ZoneMap Pro Annual (1 Year)1 Month trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is ArcGIS QuickCapture free?
ArcGIS QuickCapture is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ZoneMap free?
ZoneMap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ArcGIS QuickCapture or ZoneMap have ads?
Neither ArcGIS QuickCapture nor ZoneMap shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ArcGIS QuickCapture or ZoneMap?
ArcGIS QuickCapture ships an update every 2 months, and ZoneMap monthly. Most recently, ArcGIS QuickCapture was updated on August 31, 2026 and ZoneMap on September 20, 2026.

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