Comparison

SPARKvue 4 vs WAKE SAFE

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

Head to head
About

SPARKvue 4

Collect, visualize, and analyze real-time sensor data for STEM education. Wirelessly connect sensors, capture images for analysis, and build custom displays. Share live data and create electronic lab journals for collaborative learning.

Highlights
  • Live sensor data collection
  • Wireless Bluetooth sensor connection
  • Multiple data display options
  • Built-in statistical analysis tools
  • Interactive lab activities
  • Electronic student lab journals
  • Live data sharing
Features
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SPARKvue is a popular data collection, visualization and analysis application for STEM learning. SPARKvue enables wireless data collection and live data sharing with anyone in the world to unleash the learning experience. Capture data from the world around you: ● Graph live sensor data from the world around you in real time—pH, temperature, force, carbon dioxide and much more! ● Connect PASCO’s new wireless Bluetooth Smart sensors directly to your iPad or iPhone—just turn on the sensor and connect right in the app. Nothing could be easier! ● Connect any of 80+ PASCO sensors via our Bluetooth interfaces ● Capture images with the integrated cameras and use SPARKvue’s image analysis capabilities ● Collect and display live data using the onboard accelerometer and sound sensors Key features: ● Measure and display sensor data in real time ● Display data in a graph, bar graph, analog meter, digits or table ● Build custom displays--mix display types, images, videos, text and assessments (Build feature not available on iPhones due to screen size) ● Analyze data with built-in statistical tools (min, max, mean, standard deviation, count and area) ● Select from 8 different curve fits including linear and quadratic ● Pinch and zoom manipulation of graphs ● Capture and annotate images ● Add videos, photos and GIFs ● Includes 14 preloaded SPARKlab interactive lab activities, plus over 80 more available free online ● Create and export electronic student lab journals ● Integrated with cloud-based file sharing services such as Dropbox and more ● Add assessments including multiple choice, drop down lists, and free text response (not available on iPhones) ● Live data sharing and session sharing across devices--with each student capturing the shared data on their own device for further analysis. Share with the class or even across geographies-in real time. Designed for science learning: ● Convenient annotation, snapshot and electronic journaling are among the features supporting peer dialogue, classroom presentations, and assessment. ● With SPARKlab interactive lab activities, teachers can blend instructional content, live data collection & analysis, reflection prompts and more, all completely within the SPARKvue environment. Use PASCO free SPARKlabs or build your own! Common user experience across platforms: SPARKvue is a member of PASCO’s SPARKscience family, providing the same user experience across all technology environments: ● tablets ● phones ● computers ● interactive whiteboards No matter what the mix of technology is in the classroom or the school, teachers and students all share the same user experience--placing the learning experience in the forefront and simplifying classroom management. Where do I get sensors? PASCO offers over 80 sensors to measure almost anything in the world around you in life, earth and physical sciences plus out in the field exploring the environment. See our newest wireless sensors to measure Temperature, pH, Pressure and Force/Acceleration—all with no need for an expensive interface or wires. Just turn them on and collect data! For purchasing information, see http://pasco.com/sparkvue Languages: SPARKvue supports 28 languages. See http://pasco.com/sparkvue for details. Support: SPARKvue has an integrated help system, just a touch away with the help icon. Further assistance with SPARKvue or any PASCO product is available free from PASCO Teacher Support. About PASCO Scientific: PASCO Scientific brings a rich history of innovation and support for science education, with over 50 years of service to educators around the world.

About

WAKE SAFE

This app provides students, faculty, and staff with enhanced safety on campus. It offers emergency alerts, direct communication with campus police, and tools to share your location with friends or authorities.

Highlights
  • Emergency contacts
  • Mobile bluelight with real-time location sharing
  • Friend Walk location sharing
  • Report safety concerns
  • Live chat with campus police
  • Campus maps and shuttle tracking
  • Offline emergency action guides
Features
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WAKE SAFE is the official safety app of Wake Forest University. It is the only app that integrates with Wake Forest University's safety and security systems. WFU Police has worked to develop a unique app that provides students, faculty and staff with added safety on the Wake Forest University campus. The app will send you important safety alerts and provide instant access to campus safety resources. WAKE SAFE features include: - Emergency Contacts: Contact the correct services for the Wake Forest University area in case of an emergency or a non-emergency concern - Mobile Bluelight: Send your location to Wake Forest University Police in real-time in case of a crisis - Friend Walk: Send your location to a friend through email or SMS on your device. Once the friend accepts the Friend Walk request, the user picks their destination and their friend tracks their location in real time; they can keep an eye on them to make sure they make it safely to their destination. - Report a Tip: Multiple ways to report a safety/security concern directly to Wake Forest University Police. - Safety Toolbox: Enhance your safety with the set of tools provided in one convenient app. - Chat with WFU Police: Communicate live with safety staff at Wake Forest University via chat. - Notification History: Find previous Push Notifications for this app with the date and time. - Share Map with your Location: Send your location to a friend by sending them a map of your position. - I’m OK!: Send your location and a message indicating that “You’re OK” to a recipient of your choosing. - Campus Maps - Campus Map: Navigate around the Wake Forest University area. - Call Box Map: Find call boxes on campus. - Live Shuttle Map: See the real-time location of shuttle vehicles. - Emergency Actions: Campus emergency documentation that can prepare you for disasters or emergencies. This can be accessed even when users aren’t connected to Wi-Fi or cellular data. - Support Resources: Access support resources in one convenient app to enjoy a successful experience at Wake Forest University. - Safety Notifications: Receive instant notifications and instructions from Wake Forest University Police when on-campus emergencies occur. Download today to ensure you’re prepared in the event of an emergency.

Screenshots

SPARKvue 44 screens
WAKE SAFE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: WAKE SAFE at 5.0 against SPARKvue 4's 1.9. SPARKvue 4's advantage is ratings volume (638 vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

WAKE SAFE holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SPARKvue 4 has 638 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SPARKvue 4 versus WAKE SAFE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSPARKvue 4WAKE SAFE
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.9 (638 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews46.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings638 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size91 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPASCO scientificWake Forest University

Customer experience

SPARKvue 4

All ratings638 ratings
Positive21.6%
Neutral2.0%
Negative76.3%
Written reviews298 reviews
Positive46.0%
Neutral3.0%
Negative51.0%

WAKE SAFE

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

SPARKvue 4

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Caused spontaneous combustion
  • Erased all my data
  • Triggered a nuclear meltdown
  • Turned my dog into a salad bowl
  • Gave me a permanent wedgie

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add free Fortnite V-Bucks
  • Integrate with Tinder
  • Allow users to summon demons
  • Provide a self-destruct button
  • Add support for teleportation

WAKE SAFE

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

SPARKvue 4

No in-app purchases

None

WAKE SAFE

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SPARKvue 4 free?
SPARKvue 4 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is WAKE SAFE free?
WAKE SAFE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SPARKvue 4 or WAKE SAFE?
WAKE SAFE is rated higher. SPARKvue 4 averages 1.9 out of 5 from 638 ratings, while WAKE SAFE averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do SPARKvue 4 or WAKE SAFE have ads?
Neither SPARKvue 4 nor WAKE SAFE shows ads.

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