GCTS gTest vs LaserSoft MapSmart
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GCTS gTest
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This app functions as the user interface for the GCTS SCON-S based machines and Data Cube and allows the user to perform automatic control and data acquisition tests either performing pre-defined standard tests or custom-defined Universal Stages. Users can customize several parameters to better suit their needs.
LaserSoft MapSmart
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MapSmart field data collection software is designed for anyone who needs to quickly and accurately map, measure, or position anything. It’s a simple yet powerful program that easily integrates with LTI laser devices and mapping accessories to turn a laser into a complete total station solution. This program was specifically designed to be easy to operate so more time can be spent mapping and collecting data rather than training. Choose to include GPS origin and offset coordinates with laser-based mapping or not. If you do, you only need to capture one perfect coordinate – all the others are mathematically calculated based on that position.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: GCTS gTest at every 3 weeks against LaserSoft MapSmart's every 22 months. GCTS gTest also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
GCTS gTest ships an update every 3 weeks, LaserSoft MapSmart every 22 months. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GCTS gTest | LaserSoft MapSmart |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 22 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 145 MB | 35 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | GCTS Testing Systems | Laser Technology, Inc. |
In-app purchases
GCTS gTest
No in-app purchases
LaserSoft MapSmart
No in-app purchases
Questions
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