Comparison

GeoFieldBook vs GST[AR]

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

Head to head
About

GeoFieldBook

This app digitizes geological field mapping, replacing paper notebooks. It uses the iPad's GPS and camera to log structural and formation data, link images, and display real-time maps with oriented strikes and dips. Data can be exported for analysis.

Highlights
  • Digital field notebook
  • GPS-enabled data logging
  • Image linking to records
  • Real-time map display
  • Export data in CSV format
  • Import existing datasets
Features
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GeoFieldBook is designed for use in structural geology field mapping projects as a complement or replacement for the traditional paper field notebook and maps. The App integrates the iPad's GPS, camera, data management and mapping capabilities to allow geologists to record structural and formation information, automatically log geo-located data, link images to each record and input pre-defined formation names for different mapping areas. The records are then displayed in real-time on an image base (Apple) with strikes and dips displayed in the correct orientation and color-coded to the formation list. Field measurements and notes can be exported in csv format for integration into analysis software. Existing data sets (records and formation lists) can also be imported into the App. Record types currently supported (more are coming): - Bedding - Contacts - Faults - Joints - Other (generic entries) - Up to five additional user-defined record types with five additional fields per record. Depending upon the record type selected, inputs include: - Name (your entry) - Location (auto recorded) - Time/date (auto recorded) - Dip amount and direction (from your measurements) - Formations (scroll wheel entry) - Notes (your entry) - Five additional user-defined input fields

About

GST[AR]

Explore and visualize geological models in augmented reality. Browse a selection of models, place them on any surface, and interact with them by rotating, scaling, and highlighting features. Share your AR sessions with others for collaborative exploration.

Highlights
  • Browse geological models
  • View models in AR
  • Rotate and scale models
  • Highlight model features
  • Share AR sessions
  • Customize AR settings
  • Add custom model sources
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GST[AR] allows you to browse, download, view, and share geological models in augmented reality. Browse Browse through available models and their features to find a nice selection to present in AR. Models are retrieved from running instances of GST Web. Don’t worry, there are default sources added already, so you can get started right away. Hint: If you see a „Visit“ button near a section of models, you can tap it to learn more about the institution that provides these models for you! When you select a model, you will find a list of features waiting for you. Make your selection and off you go to the AR view. View As soon as the features are downloaded, you will be able to place them on any horizontal surface in AR. Use gestures or sliders to rotate and scale your model. Tap on individual parts to learn about their name or use the legend to even highlight individual features. Superelevation is available via sliders as well! Share When you have placed a feature selection in AR, you get the option to share your session with others! Use the share button to let other peers join your session, synchronize your worlds and you will be looking at the same model in no time. Changes to the model rotation, scale and location will be synced automatically between all peers in the session. Hold down on a model to place your marker to point towards the feature of interest or highlight a certain feature via the legend for all other peers. Settings and customization Customize your experience by changing a couple of settings. In the settings menu, you will have the possibility to change aspects of scaling, how high the models float above the surface or even enable such cool features like "people occlusion" that make your AR scene even more immersive! Furthermore, if you want to access models from a GST Web instance that is not present in the app, you have the possibility to add endpoints of your own.

Screenshots

GST[AR]4 screens

Verdict

The call

GeoFieldBook and GST[AR] both sit at 5.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of GST[AR]'s written reviews are positive against 0% of GeoFieldBook's. GST[AR] also leads on update cadence (every 4 months vs every 14 months) and device support (3 vs 1). GeoFieldBook's advantage is iOS requirement (14.5 vs 16.4). On price, rating, ratings volume 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

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for GeoFieldBook against 5.0 for GST[AR]. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 0% of GeoFieldBook's written reviews are positive against 100% of GST[AR]'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GeoFieldBook ships an update every 14 months, GST[AR] every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
GeoFieldBook versus GST[AR]: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGeoFieldBookGST[AR]
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 14 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS14.5 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLafayetteGiGa infosystems GmbH

Customer experience

GeoFieldBook

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

GST[AR]

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

GeoFieldBook

No in-app purchases

None

GST[AR]

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GeoFieldBook free?
GeoFieldBook is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GST[AR] free?
GST[AR] is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, GeoFieldBook or GST[AR]?
GeoFieldBook and GST[AR] are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do GeoFieldBook or GST[AR] have ads?
Neither GeoFieldBook nor GST[AR] shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GeoFieldBook or GST[AR]?
GeoFieldBook ships an update every 14 months, and GST[AR] every 4 months. Most recently, GeoFieldBook was updated on October 14, 2026 and GST[AR] on October 26, 2026.

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