Comparison

SquirrelView Mobile vs Cartogram

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

Head to head
About

SquirrelView Mobile

Features
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SquirrelView Mobile - Modern Control for SQ16 Data Loggers SquirrelView is the modern replacement for the traditional LCD screen and button interface found on previous generation data loggers. Control and monitor your Grant Instruments SQ16 series Bluetooth-enabled data loggers directly from your smartphone. COMPATIBLE DEVICES • SQ16 Basic • SQ16 Plus KEY FEATURES • Real-time Temperature Monitoring - View instantaneous meter readings from all logger channels • Logger Control - Arm or disarm your logger remotely • Channel Configuration - Configure analog and reference junction channels • System Information - Check firmware version, battery voltage, and device status • Bluetooth Connectivity - Wireless connection eliminates the need for physical buttons and screens SIMPLE TO USE 1. Activate Bluetooth on your SQ16 logger (hold power button for 8 seconds) 2. Open SquirrelView and scan for devices 3. Connect to your logger 4. Monitor, configure settings, or arm/disarm logging ABOUT GRANT INSTRUMENTS Grant Instruments has been manufacturing precision data loggers for temperature monitoring and validation since 1986. The SQ16 series represents our latest generation of professional monitoring equipment, combining proven reliability with modern wireless connectivity. NO SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED One-time download. No ongoing fees. No cloud services. All data stays on your device. REQUIREMENTS • Android device with Bluetooth 4.0 or higher • Grant Instruments SQ16 series data logger with Bluetooth enabled For technical support or product information, visit grantinstruments.com

About

Cartogram

Create custom map posters of any location worldwide using detailed map data. Design unique wall art with curated themes, customizable layers, and typography, then export in high resolution for printing.

Highlights
  • Explore any location globally
  • Choose from curated color themes
  • Customize map layers (roads, water, parks)
  • Add custom typography
  • Select multiple poster layouts
  • High-resolution PNG/PDF export
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Turn any place in the world into a stunning wall poster — powered by real OpenStreetMap data. Cartogram continues to deliver the same beautiful map poster creation experience, now with a fresh identity and new features. Cartogram lets you create beautifully styled map posters of your favorite cities, neighborhoods, and landmarks. Whether it's your hometown, a place you traveled to, or a gift for someone special — design a print-ready poster in seconds. EXPLORE ANY LOCATION Search for any city, neighborhood, or point of interest by name. Or drop a pin anywhere on the globe using coordinates. The entire world is your canvas. CURATED THEMES Choose from dozens of professionally designed color themes — from minimal black-and-white to vibrant, colorful styles. Each theme transforms the same map data into a completely different mood. DETAILED MAP LAYERS Fine-tune your poster by toggling roads, water bodies, parks, and building footprints. Adjust layer visibility to get exactly the look you want. CUSTOM TYPOGRAPHY Add city and country labels with full font control. Pick from a curated selection of typefaces to match your poster's style. MULTIPLE LAYOUTS Select from various poster aspect ratios and sizes — portrait, landscape, and square — optimized for common print formats. HIGH-RESOLUTION EXPORT Save your poster as a high-resolution PNG or PDF, ready for professional printing. Pro users enjoy up to 450 DPI for gallery-quality output. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Tiles by OpenMapTiles via OpenFreeMap. Rendered with MapLibre.

Screenshots

SquirrelView Mobile4 screens
Cartogram4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SquirrelView Mobile at none against Cartogram's 1. SquirrelView Mobile also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). Cartogram's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 9 days). On price, 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. Cartogram sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SquirrelView Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SquirrelView Mobile ships an update every 9 days, Cartogram every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SquirrelView Mobile versus Cartogram: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSquirrelView MobileCartogram
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.4 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—7 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGrant InstrumentsFurlan Paolo

In-app purchases

None

SquirrelView Mobile

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Cartogram

One-time1
  • Cartogram Pro$1.99

Questions

Is SquirrelView Mobile free?
SquirrelView Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cartogram free?
Cartogram is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SquirrelView Mobile or Cartogram have ads?
Neither SquirrelView Mobile nor Cartogram shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SquirrelView Mobile or Cartogram?
SquirrelView Mobile ships an update every 9 days, and Cartogram every 2 days. Most recently, SquirrelView Mobile was updated on October 11, 2026 and Cartogram on October 5, 2026.

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