Comparison

iFSC vs Hi

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

Head to head
About

iFSC

Control and program seismic recorders remotely. Monitor device health, including battery, GPS, and storage. Set up network connections and view data without interrupting acquisition.

Highlights
  • Edit and program acquisition parameters
  • State-of-Health monitoring
  • RAM and disk usage monitoring
  • GPS status monitoring
  • Battery voltage monitoring
  • Network setup and status checks
  • Data monitoring during acquisition
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iFSC (Field Setup Controller) is a Command/Control app for the REF TEK 130 DAS Seismic Recorder via the Serial Port.. iFSC is used to edit and program the acquisition parameters of the DAS. It also provides State-of-Health monitoring with an extensive set of Status commands. State-of-Health monitoring includes acquisition status, RAM and disk usage, GPS status, main and backup battery voltages, time, and temperature. Additional commands allow setting up network connections and checking network status. Data monitoring without stopping acquisition is also available. The Command/Control functionality of this app requires the iFSC cable or WiFi Serial Adapter which are available from the manufacturer of the REF TEK 130 DAS Seismic Recorder.

About

Hi

Features
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A professional companion app designed for SLAM surveying and spatial data operations. It streamlines your mobile workflow, covering everything from device connectivity and project management to point cloud acquisition and results visualization. Core Capabilities: 1. Device Connectivity & Status Management Supports one-tap connection, automatic reconnection, and real-time status alerts to minimize setup time in the field. 2. Project & Task Management Enables seamless project creation, switching, duplication, and deletion. Features a clear task hierarchy designed for parallel multi-project execution. 3. Point Cloud Acquisition & Visualization Facilitates high-speed point cloud loading and on-site browsing, allowing for immediate data verification and quality control. 4. Volumetrics & Measurement Tools Provides advanced cut-and-fill calculations and point cloud measurement functions to accelerate on-site decision-making. 5. Professional Parameter Configuration Offers granular control over satellite systems and point cloud parameters configurations to adapt to diverse operational scenarios. 6. Operational Continuity Assurance Supports mission recovery and resume-after-interruption, safeguarding against data loss and reducing downtime during critical operations. Ideal For: 1. Engineering surveying and topographic data collection 2. Digital documentation of construction progress 3. SLAM point cloud field operations and on-site validation

Screenshots

iFSC3 screens
Hi3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Hi at every 4 weeks against iFSC's every 5 months. iFSC's advantage is iOS requirement (8.2 vs 15.5). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iFSC ships an update every 5 months, Hi every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
iFSC versus Hi: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriFSCHi
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS8.2 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB409 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperXeos Technologies Inc.广州中海达卫星导航技术股份有限公司

In-app purchases

None

iFSC

No in-app purchases

None

Hi

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iFSC free?
iFSC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Hi free?
Hi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do iFSC or Hi have ads?
Neither iFSC nor Hi shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iFSC or Hi?
iFSC ships an update every 5 months, and Hi every 4 weeks. Most recently, iFSC was updated on November 1, 2026 and Hi on November 5, 2026.

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