Comparison

Digger's Map vs MineAR

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

Head to head
About

Digger's Map

Discover locations of gold, silver, gemstones, and other minerals with a vast global database. This tool provides detailed information and powerful search capabilities for enthusiasts and prospectors.

Highlights
  • Global mineral database
  • 300,000+ locations
  • 60+ minerals listed
  • Offline database access
  • Location search and filtering
  • Add to Favorites
Features
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# Interested in geology and minerals? Would like to know where gold, silver and gemstone mines are? # Our unique app offers a massive global database with more than 300,000 locations and 60+ minerals! # Download Digger's Map, get your hammer and boots and start prospecting today!!! Digger's Map is a unique app which allows users to find natural resources locations and view them on a map. It provides access to additional information and includes a powerful location search. ===================================== How will you benefit from the app? ===================================== # If you're a gem/mineral enthusiast this is the app for you. The app offers information on countless operating plants, historic mining sites and other locations. Our app is used by thousands of prospectors and rockhounds. Do not stay behind! Get Digger's Map app and use the latest technology to learn about minerals and natural resources! # The database features more than 60 minerals (FREE or available via in-app-purchase) including: - Coal - Copper - Gold - Gemstones - Iron - Marble - Platinum - Silver - Quartz - Titanium - Tungsten # The app includes a global database with more than 300,000 locations. The database is stored on your device, even if you do not have a reception, you can still search for locations. # iPad, iPhone 5 and iPhone 6 support. We made sure our app works on all iOS devices. If you are experiencing problems with the app, please let us know - we are always happy to help. # Easy to use and powerful. The app not only displays the locations on the map, but also allows searching them by a name or filtering them by a development status. If you are looking for a particular location you can easily find it in the database. # Add locations to your Favorites, to come back to them later. # Translated to Chinese, French, German, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish. # We listen to our users and keep adding more features. If you have good suggestions please let us know. ===================================== Prospecting becomes too easy with Digger's Map! Download the app and try your luck today!!! =====================================

About

MineAR

Visualize your subsurface GIS data in 3D augmented reality directly in the field. Overlay your data with terrain and geography to identify obstructions, compare topography, and discover new exploration targets. Works offline and includes a NearMe service for points of interest.

Highlights
  • Augmented reality data visualization
  • Overlay subsurface data with terrain
  • Identify drilling obstructions
  • Offline functionality
  • NearMe service for points of interest
  • Import CSV and GEOJSON data
  • Data styling and organization
Features
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Data you can grasp. As a geoscience professional, we know you want an easier way to see your GIS data while you’re in the field. MineAR allows you to do exactly that. Our app seamlessly allows you to upload your subsurface data and lets you see it alongside your surrounding terrain and geography. MineAR helps eliminate costly mistakes by allowing you to engage with your data, see obstructions for your drilling and exploration targets, and compare the topography with where you need to drill in real space. Discover all of this on our app. ▶ How It Works 1 - LOAD YOUR DATA Expect accurate and dependable results that are fast and responsive. 2 - VIEW IT IN THE FIELD No more frustration. Confirm your drilling and exploration targets and cross-reference your data while never leaving the job site. 3 - DISCOVER Eliminate unknowns as you locate new minerals in real-time. ▶ Free MineAR App Features • No ads • NearMe service shows the roads, rivers, points of interest, and elevation models in augmented reality of your location. This service is particularly helpful in the discovery of new mining or digging locations so you can compare the topography and the terrain. • Augmented reality and virtual reality modes • Digital elevation model • Works on and offline • Compass and GPS keep you and your data centered with the elevation model. ▶ Additional Premium Features • IMPORT common datatypes: CSV, GEOJSON (points, lines and shapes!) • ORGANIZE your data by Project • VIEW and STYLIZE your data by any of the data's attributes. ▶ Free Trial! Subscription Information Thank you for being an early adopter! A free trial gives you complete access to the app and the ability to upload and view your own data. Sample data added for you to play with. ▶ Feedback: Having a problem, or want to request new features please contact us at support@gominear.com Terms of use: https://www.gominear.com/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Digger's Map4 screens
MineAR4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MineAR at 5.0 against Digger's Map's 4.6. Digger's Map's advantage is ratings volume (507 vs 5) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Digger's Map sells 21 one-off in-app purchases and MineAR sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MineAR holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Digger's Map has 507 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Digger's Map ships an update every 2 months, MineAR every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Digger's Map versus MineAR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDigger's MapMineAR
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (507 ratings)5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews77.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings507 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size122 MB104 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSlava BaroulineMap Life, LLC

Customer experience

Digger's Map

All ratings501 ratings
Positive89.8%
Neutral4.2%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews137 reviews
Positive77.4%
Neutral3.6%
Negative19.0%

MineAR

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Digger's Map

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Login screen issues
  • Compatibility problems with older devices
  • Disappearing map icons or data
  • Errors when trying to access mine details

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more mineral and gem types
  • Improve map functionality with layers and filters
  • Allow users to add their own location data
  • Provide more detailed information on mine access and ownership
  • Integrate with other outdoor/exploration apps

MineAR

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

21 purchases

Digger's Map

One-time21
  • Stone Dataset$0.99
  • Tungsten Dataset$0.99
  • Bismuth Dataset$0.99
Show 18 more
  • Digger's Map Ad Free$0.99
  • Quartz Dataset$0.99
  • Pyrite Dataset$0.99
  • Coal Dataset$0.99
  • Copper Dataset$0.99
  • Iron Dataset$0.99
  • Beryllium Dataset$0.99
  • Limestone Dataset$0.99
  • Titanium Dataset$0.99
  • Manganese Dataset$0.99
  • Marble Dataset$0.99
  • Granite Dataset$0.99
  • Zirconium Dataset$0.99
  • Lithium Dataset$0.99
  • Gold Dataset$1.99
  • Gemstones Dataset$1.99
  • Bonus Pack$3.99
  • Mega Pack$19.99
2 purchases

MineAR

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Digger's Map free?
Digger's Map is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MineAR free?
MineAR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Digger's Map or MineAR?
MineAR is rated higher. Digger's Map averages 4.6 out of 5 from 507 ratings, while MineAR averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.
Do Digger's Map or MineAR have ads?
Neither Digger's Map nor MineAR shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Digger's Map or MineAR?
Digger's Map ships an update every 2 months, and MineAR every 3 months. Most recently, Digger's Map was updated on October 21, 2026 and MineAR on October 10, 2026.

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