Comparison

Field Triangulate vs Ecobot Collector

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

Head to head
About

Field Triangulate

Determine a remote GPS location using compass bearings from multiple points. Supports automated device location and manual entry of readings. Displays results on a map in various modes and offers multiple latitude/longitude formats.

Highlights
  • Calculate remote GPS locations
  • Use compass bearings
  • Automated iOS device location
  • Manual reading entry
  • On-map display
  • Multiple latitude/longitude formats
  • Share triangulation results
Features
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Quickly and easily determine a remote GPS location from two, or more, geolocated points with compass bearings to that location. Specifically designed for use in the field, Field Triangulate supports: - Fully automated use of iOS device location. Compass bearings are best manually entered. - Manual entry/edit of any/all readings. - On map display in various display modes. - Manually update device bearings (e.g. for use with a compass.) - Share the triangulation to others. - Multiple latitude/longitude formats: -- Decimal degrees -- Degrees and decimal minutes -- Degrees, minutes and seconds. -- (Display for UTM.) Basic usage: Use your iOS device & compass to take bearing on a remote location from two locations and Field Triangulate will calculate and display the GPS coordinate for the remote location. Advanced usage: Enter readings provided from a remote person (perhaps by iPhone or radio) and add your own readings manually in order to calculate a remote location.

About

Ecobot Collector

This app streamlines environmental field data collection for wetlands, streams, and natural resources. It allows for accurate data capture, photo organization, and standardized forms with automated calculations, working both online and offline. The data syncs with a web platform for seamless office review and reporting.

Highlights
  • Field data collection for wetlands, streams, natural resources
  • Standardized forms and automated calculations
  • Integrated mapping and photo organization
  • Offline data collection and syncing
  • Team and security features
  • Workflow enhancements for efficient surveys
Features
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Ecobot Collector is the mobile app for field data collection within the Ecobot platform. Capture accurate field data, map features, organize photos, and complete required forms with workflows designed specifically for wetlands, streams, and natural resources assessments. Collector helps you eliminate repetitive data entry so you can stay focused on the scientific insight your clients rely on. Collector pairs with Ecobot Manager, the web-based part of the platform, to create a connected field-to-office workflow. Together, they keep your data consistent, organized, and ready for reporting. WHY ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTISTS USE ECOBOT Accurate field data Standardized data entry, photo organization, calculations, and references support clear and defensible documentation. Built for real field conditions Work online or offline. Collector saves entries locally and syncs when you are back online. Unsynced data alerts keep you confident that nothing is left behind. More time for science Fast entry, smart defaults, and automated calculations reduce time spent on paperwork and rework. Consistent data across your team Unified mobile and web workflows reduce variation and help teams deliver reliable results. Project Merge and Project Transfer let you simplify large projects and reassign ownership easily. Connected to Ecobot Manager Review, manage, QA, and export data from the web with enhanced photo editing, favorites, rotation, and multi-image tools. Two-factor authentication and role-based permissions support better team controls. KEY FEATURES Field data collection for wetlands, streams, and natural resources Capture vegetation, soils, hydrology indicators, OHWM observations, and more. Record photos with mapped metadata and build automated project photo logs. Work entirely offline when needed. Standardized forms and automated calculations Use USACE Regional Wetland Determination Data Sheets, USACE Rapid OHWM, and NC DWQ Stream Identification forms. Collector automates indicators, dominance ratios, prevalence indices, and other required calculations. Integrated mapping Drop points, lines, and polygons. Navigate to features. View geolocated photos. Use mobile GPS or compatible GNSS receivers in the field. Jump directly to features and photos from the home screen. Advanced photo tools Capture, organize, and sort photos instantly. Tag favorites, rotate incorrectly oriented images, and use incremental loading for faster viewing. Use Ecobot Manager to review and QA photos efficiently. Survey and workflow enhancements Enjoy distraction-free survey views, color-coded status indicators, new manage-survey modal, and direct navigation between points, features, and photos. Team and security features Project Merge and Project Transfer simplify large-scale workflows and team reorganization. Unsynced data alerts and device naming support field-office alignment. Two-factor authentication and role-based permissions bring enterprise-grade controls. Secure data storage Ecobot uses AWS-backed infrastructure so your project data is safely stored, backed up, and accessible. Ecobot is built by environmental consultants and trusted by leading AEC firms. With connected mobile and web workflows, Ecobot helps teams collect accurate data, reduce rework, and deliver consistent, defensible results. ECOBOT® is a trademark of Ecobot, Inc. Patent pending.

Screenshots

Field Triangulate4 screens
Ecobot Collector4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Ecobot Collector at 100% against Field Triangulate's 40%. Ecobot Collector also leads on price (Free vs $7.99) and rating (4.9 vs 3.7). Field Triangulate's advantage is iOS requirement (11.4 vs 15.0). On 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

Ecobot Collector is free to download; Field Triangulate costs $7.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Ecobot Collector holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ecobot Collector has 134 ratings behind it against 21, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of Field Triangulate's written reviews are positive against 100% of Ecobot Collector's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Field Triangulate ships an update every 2 months, Ecobot Collector every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Field Triangulate versus Ecobot Collector: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterField TriangulateEcobot Collector
Price$7.99Free — better
Rating3.7 (21 ratings)4.9 (134 ratings) — better
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings21134 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.4 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB212 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNeukadyeEcobot, Inc.

Customer experience

Field Triangulate

All ratings21 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative60.0%

Ecobot Collector

All ratings134 ratings
Positive98.5%
Neutral0.7%
Negative0.7%
Written reviews27 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Field Triangulate

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Ecobot Collector

Requested features

1 request
  • More functionality and new survey types

In-app purchases

None

Field Triangulate

No in-app purchases

None

Ecobot Collector

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Field Triangulate free?
Field Triangulate costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ecobot Collector free?
Ecobot Collector is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Field Triangulate or Ecobot Collector?
Ecobot Collector is rated higher. Field Triangulate averages 3.7 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while Ecobot Collector averages 4.9 from 134 ratings.
Do Field Triangulate or Ecobot Collector have ads?
Neither Field Triangulate nor Ecobot Collector shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Field Triangulate or Ecobot Collector?
Field Triangulate ships an update every 2 months, and Ecobot Collector every 2 weeks. Most recently, Field Triangulate was updated on November 1, 2026 and Ecobot Collector on November 11, 2026.

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