Comparison

GIC Collect vs CensusIO

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

Head to head
About

GIC Collect

This app allows users to collect data using forms compatible with the Open Data Kit (ODK) Collect for iOS. It supports functions available in JavaRosa, aiming for seamless integration with existing ODK forms.

Highlights
  • ODK Collect compatibility
  • Supports JavaRosa functions
  • Seamless form integration
  • Data collection for iOS
  • Bug reporting and support
Features
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This is our version compatible with the open data kit (ODK) collect for IOS forms. Functions available in javarosa are in this version. The forms developed for odk should work mostly without changes. Please let us know of any bugs you find when you test your forms. Also please send us your test cases that failed. We will be happy to solve issues or contact us at collect@gic.mx if you wish to discuss your specific needs. Terms of Use: https://gic.mx Privacy Policy: https://gic.mx/Privacy-Policy.html

About

CensusIO

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CensusIO is the offline-first way to collect fish and wildlife survey data in the field and send it straight into your organization's records. Connect once with a setup code from your organization, download the forms you have been given, and collect anywhere, with or without a signal. Records are stored on the device and sync when you are back in range. Built for field crews: * Works fully offline. Capture a whole day of records with no connection, then sync when you have one. * The forms are your organization's survey types, with the same fields, controlled species and lookup lists, and validation you use everywhere else, so bad data is caught in the field. * Record a GPS point for each observation, with live accuracy, and take or attach photos. * Fill one question at a time, with skip logic that hides questions that do not apply. * Add repeating groups, such as a haul with many fish, as a simple list. * Review a record before you save, and edit or delete records on the device. * Two-way sync: a change made on the web shows up on the device, and if the same record was changed in two places, the app walks you through resolving it. * Available in English, French, and Spanish, including your survey's field labels when your organization provides them. CensusIO is the system of record for survey data: collection, validation, review, reporting, and standards-aligned export and archiving. This app is the field-collection side of it. Note: CensusIO is used by organizations such as agencies, research groups, and field teams. You need a setup code from an organization that uses CensusIO to collect with this app. Learn more at censusio.com.

Screenshots

GIC Collect3 screens
CensusIO4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CensusIO at none against GIC Collect's 14. On price, update cadence, 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. GIC Collect sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. CensusIO asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GIC Collect ships an update every 5 weeks, CensusIO monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
GIC Collect versus CensusIO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGIC CollectCensusIO
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (162 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews30.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings162 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGICReckoned Force LLC

In-app purchases

14 purchases

GIC Collect

Subscriptions10
  • XLSForm CreatIon Basic7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • XLSForm CreatIon Mid$3.991 Month
  • GIC Collect Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
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  • GIC Collect, XML Insp, Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • GIC Collect Quarterly7 Days trial$12.993 Months
  • XLSForm CreatIon High$19.991 Month
  • GICCollect, XMLInsp. Quarterly7 Days trial$25.993 Months
  • GIC Collect Yearly7 Days trial$47.991 Year
  • XLSForm CreatIon Very High$49.991 Month
  • GIC Collect, XML Inspe. Yearly7 Days trial$95.991 Year
One-time4
  • XLSForm Recovery Small$19.99
  • XLSForm Recovery Mid$29.99
  • XLSForm Recovery Large$49.99
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  • XLSForm Recovery Unlimited$199.99
None

CensusIO

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GIC Collect free?
GIC Collect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CensusIO free?
CensusIO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do GIC Collect or CensusIO have ads?
Neither GIC Collect nor CensusIO shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GIC Collect or CensusIO?
GIC Collect ships an update every 5 weeks, and CensusIO monthly. Most recently, GIC Collect was updated on October 20, 2026 and CensusIO on October 1, 2026.

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