Comparison

Jake for stratigraphy vs GeoFossil

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

Head to head
About

Jake for stratigraphy

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Jake makes measuring a stratigraphic section a snap. Place the device on a bed, and with a tap of a button, record your dip and dip direction. Arrows tell you when your device is pointed in the direction of dip and inclined at the correct dip angle. No more futzing with hard-to-read clinometers and compasses!

About

GeoFossil

Explore global fossil discoveries on an interactive map. Access detailed profiles, scientific publications, and powerful search filters to uncover Earth's prehistoric past. Ideal for students and enthusiasts interested in paleontology and geology.

Highlights
  • Global fossil map
  • Detailed fossil profiles
  • Linked scientific publications
  • Powerful search filters
  • Explore prehistoric life
  • Educational and engaging
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Explore Fossils & Prehistoric Life Worldwide GeoFossil is the ultimate fossil map app for exploring paleontology discoveries across the globe. Using real data from the Paleobiology Database, you can uncover Earth’s prehistoric past from the palm of your hand. Key Features: Global Fossil Map – Discover fossil locations from every continent. Detailed Fossil Profiles – View fossil details, geological age, location, and taxonomy. Scientific Publications – Access linked research papers for each fossil occurrence, opening a search in your browser. Powerful Filters – Search by fossil type, time period, or publication year. Educational & Fun – Perfect for students, paleontology enthusiasts, and geologists. Whether you’re fascinated by dinosaurs, ancient plants, or marine life, GeoFossil makes exploring Earth’s fossil record simple and engaging. Start your prehistoric journey today!

Screenshots

Jake for stratigraphy3 screens
GeoFossil4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Jake for stratigraphy at none against GeoFossil's shown. GeoFossil's advantage is update cadence (every 4 months vs every 22 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and in-app purchases 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

Jake for stratigraphy ships an update every 22 months, GeoFossil every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Jake for stratigraphy versus GeoFossil: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJake for stratigraphyGeoFossil
PriceFreeFree
Rating—2.5 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 22 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHunt Mountain SoftwareAndrew Hall

In-app purchases

None

Jake for stratigraphy

No in-app purchases

None

GeoFossil

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Jake for stratigraphy free?
Jake for stratigraphy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GeoFossil free?
GeoFossil is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Jake for stratigraphy or GeoFossil have ads?
GeoFossil shows ads; Jake for stratigraphy does not.
Which is updated more often, Jake for stratigraphy or GeoFossil?
Jake for stratigraphy ships an update every 22 months, and GeoFossil every 4 months. Most recently, Jake for stratigraphy was updated on October 4, 2026 and GeoFossil on October 24, 2026.

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