DeepTime for Geology vs ArcGIS Maps SDK Samples
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DeepTime for Geology
Explore an interactive geological time scale with detailed information on each unit, including GSSP definitions and color codes. Search for terms and view GSSPs on a global map. Ideal for geologists, students, and Earth history enthusiasts.
- Interactive geological time scale
- Detailed GSSP definitions
- CMYK and RGB color codes
- Searchable by name or age
- Global GSSP map integration
- Tips for using time terms
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DeepTime puts geological time at your fingertips. DeepTime is a full interactive version of the latest geological time scale: tap on any time unit to see more detail about it, including how its GSSP (golden spike) is defined. It even has the CMYK and RGB color codes for every time unit, great for when you need to have the right color for a map or chart. Even more, it is completely searchable by name or age. Come across an unfamiliar time term in an older paper? Search for it, and you'll see how it relates to the modern time scale. What's more is that all the GSSPs (the golden spikes) are shown on a gorgeous geological map of the world (courtesy of macrostrat.org), which shows their context in stunning detail. Tips for using time terms are also included with simple examples. Whether you are a geologist, a student, a science writer, or just a fan of Earth history, DeepTime will become your go-to resource for understanding geological time.
ArcGIS Maps SDK Samples
Explore interactive samples showcasing powerful mapping and visualization capabilities. Learn to integrate advanced features like augmented reality, data editing, and spatial analysis into your own applications by viewing and adapting the provided source code.
- Interactive map and scene samples
- Augmented reality visualization
- Data editing and offline capabilities
- Spatial analysis and routing
- View and adapt source code
- Search and query functionality
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Explore the ArcGIS Maps SDK for Swift with dozens of interactive samples. Experience the SDK's powerful capabilities and learn how to incorporate them into your own apps. View the code behind each sample from within the app and see how easy it is to use the SDK. • Maps - Open, create, interact with, and save maps • Scenes - Visualize 3D environments and symbols • Layers - Display vector and raster data in maps and scenes • Augmented Reality - View data overlaid on the real world through your device's camera • Visualization - Show graphics, popups, callouts, sketches, and style maps with symbols and renderers • Edit and Manage Data - Add, delete, and edit features and attachments, and take data offline • Search and Query - Find addresses, places, and points of interest • Routing and Logistics - Calculate routes between locations and around barriers • Analysis - Perform spatial analysis via geoprocessing tasks and services • Cloud and Portal - Search for web maps and securely connect to your portal • Utility Networks - Work with utility networks, performing traces and exploring network elements The source code for the app is available on GitHub: https://github.com/Esri/arcgis-maps-sdk-swift-samples
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: DeepTime for Geology at 80% against ArcGIS Maps SDK Samples's 0%. DeepTime for Geology also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6). ArcGIS Maps SDK Samples's advantage is iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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.
DeepTime for Geology holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 9 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of DeepTime for Geology's written reviews are positive against 0% of ArcGIS Maps SDK Samples's.
DeepTime for Geology ships an update every 3 months, ArcGIS Maps SDK Samples every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DeepTime for Geology | ArcGIS Maps SDK Samples |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (8 ratings) — better | 4.6 (9 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 80.0% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 8 | 9 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 18.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 141 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hunt Mountain Software | ESRI |
Customer experience
DeepTime for Geology
ArcGIS Maps SDK Samples
In-app purchases
DeepTime for Geology
No in-app purchases
ArcGIS Maps SDK Samples
No in-app purchases
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