DS 360 vs GatherGrid
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DS 360
This app helps users plan, experience, and remember events of any size. Attendees can find event details, connect with others, and share moments. Organizers can create engaging experiences with features like live polls and automated highlight reels.
- Event planning tools
- Attendee networking
- Live event feed
- Appointment scheduling
- Surveys and polls
- Automated highlight reels
- On-site check-ins
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DS 360 is evolving the way people plan, experience, and remember events—no matter what shape or size. FOR ATTENDEES Everything you need to make the most of your time and Experience Every Moment. • Find & review all the event details you need to know • Stay up-to-date with important announcements & surprises • See who's coming, connect, & stay in touch (for real this time) • Conveniently chat 1:1 or in group channels • Capture & share all the amazing moments in the Live Feed • Relive your favorite moments from the events you attend • Explore top spots & hidden gems in the area • Create your own event experiences for free! DS 360 helps you plan and sprinkle some magic to events of any type, any size, anywhere. BENEFITS OF USING DS 360 • Create beautiful & unforgettable event experiences directly in the DS 360 app • Easily make adjustments to all aspects of your event from the DS 360 app • Engage your audience with surveys, live polls, competitions, scavenger hunts, and more • Control all event communications from the DS 360 app • Easily invite people by email or text • DS 360 automatically generates Moments—a sharable URL where attendees can view, download and share the events top Moments to relive the joys of the event for years to come. **In-app demo events are available** ESSENTIAL FEATURES The features you need to create an unforgettable event. • Schedule • Appointments • Live Feed • Profiles • Explore • Messaging • Notifications YOUR DEDICATED CUSTOMER SUCCESS MANAGER Our customer success team will work with you every step of the way, from guiding you through the planning process to delivering an exceptional event experience. MEETING WITH YOUR CUSTOMERS? The DS 360 Appointments feature is an organized and collaborative approach to meaningful customer engagement. SMART SCHEDULING – Schedule around existing appointments, the event schedule, and internal meetings. Is another colleague also meeting with this customer? We’ll let you know. CUSTOMER EMPOWERMENT – Personalized email outreach gives your customers the ability to choose the appointment date and time that works best for their schedule. Appointment options are updated in real-time based on internal availability. ON-SITE CHECK-INS – Check-in options can be configured for reporting and compliance, including standard “tap to check-in”, signature capture, and opt-in/opt-out disclaimers for FMV. CUSTOMER PROFILES – Quick access to your customer’s affiliation, bio, and contact information. Review a customer’s profile while onsite and be prepared for your meeting. ENGAGEMENT HISTORY – We keep track of your previous engagements with each customer for informed future planning.
GatherGrid
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GatherGrid: Effortless Lead Collection and Follow-Up for Events GatherGrid is the ultimate solution for exhibitors, trade show professionals, and event teams to streamline lead capture and post-event follow-up. With customizable forms, you can easily collect attendee details like names, emails, and phone numbers. The app also features a lead database with note-taking capabilities, business card scanning to digitize contacts, and an offline mode that ensures data collection without interruptions. Once online, your leads sync seamlessly. GatherGrid takes follow-up to the next level with automated SMS messaging, allowing you to engage instantly by sending thank-you texts or scheduling demo links. Export your data effortlessly to CSV files for easy CRM integration and manage leads with precision using built-in editing tools. Whether you're organizing contacts or following up after the event, GatherGrid simplifies the process, letting you focus on making connections. Download GatherGrid today and transform how you network—goodbye missed opportunities, hello smarter, more efficient engagement.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: GatherGrid at 12.0 against DS 360's 16.0. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | DS 360 | GatherGrid |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (21 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 21 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 125 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Stellaris, LLC | Otter, LLC |
In-app purchases
DS 360
No in-app purchases
GatherGrid
No in-app purchases









