Comparison

Mobile Data Collection vs PDF Scan Cloud

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

Head to head
About

Mobile Data Collection

This app allows users to collect and update field data in real-time using custom digital forms on mobile devices. It supports offline data capture, various field types including media and signatures, and integrates with a web platform for data analysis and collaboration.

Highlights
  • Custom form builder
  • Offline data capture
  • Real-time synchronization
  • Media-rich data collection
  • Electronic signatures
  • Data analysis and export
Features
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GIS Cloud Mobile Data Collection is a solution for recording and updating data in the field with mobile devices in real time, also allowing instant data access from the office. Digitize your workflow and eliminate errors and time-consuming paperwork! The mobile app enables you to accurately record data, online or offline, by filling in digital custom survey forms. You can create an unlimited number of your own unique forms in the user-friendly form builder, in the connected web app (Mobile Data Collection Portal). Continue working on your data, edit, share, and collaborate through GIS Cloud powerful web Map Editor app. Find everything you need for your workflow in one platform, no need for integrations. Collect points, lines, or polygons! Use GPS to capture data on the go, or switch to manual and use pinpoint and drawing tools for even better precision. Form fields are fully customizable and you can choose from text fields, selects lists, radio buttons, checkboxes, electronic signature, autofill, barcode, photo and audio, hidden fields, and much more. To control data accuracy and eliminate errors, make your form fields required, conditional (dependent on other form fields or data input), or persistent. Manage your field staff and share projects with custom forms to field workers by assigning them the collect and update permissions, and they can instantly start collecting data in the field. Simply sign into your GIS Cloud account (or sign up for free) and send collected data directly to your GIS Cloud app in the cloud. Data is immediately represented on a map, just click on any map feature to access collected data. Generate reports from the web app. Access data through GIS Cloud Map Editor, where you can further edit and style your data, overlay with additional data layers analyze data, share data with colleagues with different permissions to collaborate on projects. You can also export data and much more. Collect field data and conduct field surveys faster and easier than ever before. Start creating forms in the MDC Portal web app on https://giscloud.com and have your team out and about in a quarter of an hour! All you need in the field: - Offline data capture - Offline maps - Points, Lines, and Polygons geometry support - Media (photos & audio) enriched location information - QR code and barcode support - Electronic signature - Dropdowns, lists, input boxes, and comments based on custom forms - Review data attributes directly in the app - Search through data on the map - Control different layers in the map - Edit existing data - Listen to audio and view images - Real-time GPS location - View and explore maps in the field Prepare and analyze in the office: - Cloud-based web apps - Custom forms designer - Rich GIS symbology and visualization - Data editing and exporting - One-click map and data sharing - Real-time collaboration - Map publishing - Spatial Queries & Analysis - Account administration Note! This app will use GPS in the background to give you the most accurate and current location. Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to contact us at support@giscloud.com. Privacy Policy: https://www.giscloud.com/wp-content/uploads/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://www.giscloud.com/wp-content/uploads/terms-of-use.html

About

PDF Scan Cloud

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PDF Scan Cloud is a great application that makes it easy for users to capture and convert documents into high-quality PDF files right on their smartphones. With a simple and intuitive interface, this application guarantees a convenient and efficient usage experience. With PDF Scan Cloud, you can forget about having to use a giant document scanner or computer to convert documents to PDF format. Instead, with just a few simple taps, you can take a picture of the document with your phone's camera and the app will automatically convert it into a high-quality PDF. Once you have completed the scanning process, the application allows you to review the captured documents right within the application. You can cycle through the document pages, zoom or rotate the pages to ensure that every detail is clear and easy to read. Not only helps you create high-quality PDF files, PDF Scan Cloud also provides flexible options for document management and sharing. You can easily share PDF files with others via email, messaging or social networking apps. Alternatively, you can also save documents directly to your mobile device or send them to your email address for convenient storage and access later. With convenient features and fast document processing, PDF Scan Cloud becomes a trusted companion for your digital document management. Download the app today and experience the convenience and flexibility it offers for scanning and converting documents to PDFs.

Screenshots

Mobile Data Collection4 screens
PDF Scan Cloud3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PDF Scan Cloud at none against Mobile Data Collection's 1. PDF Scan Cloud also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). Mobile Data Collection's advantage is device support. On price 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. Mobile Data Collection sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $39.99 per month. PDF Scan Cloud asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Mobile Data Collection versus PDF Scan Cloud: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMobile Data CollectionPDF Scan Cloud
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (41 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews80.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings41 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — better—
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGIS Cloud Inc.Duong Viet Cuong

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Mobile Data Collection

Subscriptions1
  • 1 month subscription$39.991 Month
None

PDF Scan Cloud

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mobile Data Collection free?
Mobile Data Collection is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PDF Scan Cloud free?
PDF Scan Cloud is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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