Comparison

DCP Companion vs PMCS Guide

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

Head to head
About

DCP Companion

Streamline Dynamic Cone Penetrometer testing with this app. It allows for quick data recording, instant CBR calculations, and on-site PDF report generation. Visualize results in real-time and manage your entire test history.

Highlights
  • Record test data quickly
  • Instant CBR calculations
  • Real-time CBR graph visualization
  • GPS location tracking
  • On-site PDF report generation
  • Manage test history
  • Offline functionality
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DCP Companion revolutionizes how you perform Dynamic Cone Penetrometer testing in the field. This powerful yet intuitive app helps you: • Record test data quickly and accurately • Get instant CBR (California Bearing Ratio) calculations • Visualize results with real-time depth vs. CBR graph • Capture precise GPS locations for each test • Generate PDF reports on-site • Manage and access your complete test history Perfect for: - Geotechnical Engineers - Construction Quality Control - Road Construction Projects - Soil Investigation Teams - Infrastructure Development - Research Applications Key Features: - Clean, intuitive interface - Automatic CBR calculations - Interactive data visualization - GPS location tracking - Comprehensive test management - PDF reports - Offline functionality Save time, eliminate calculation errors, and maintain a professional record of all your DCP tests with DCP Companion – your reliable partner in the field. Note: This app is designed for use with standard Dynamic Cone Penetrometer equipment and follows industry testing protocols.

About

PMCS Guide

Features
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PMCS Guide walks you through Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services on your phone, then auto-fills worksheet so you can hand a clean fault sheet to your motor sergeant in seconds. Built for the soldier doing the work, not the one signing the form. WHAT IT DOES • Step-by-step PMCS for HMMWV (M998 family), LMTV (M1078), and MEP-831A generator • Pulls procedures and Not-Mission-Capable criteria straight from the published Technical Manual • Pass / Fail / On-Hand on every item — record multiple faults per check WHAT IT DOESN'T DO • Does not require CAC, AKO, ATN, MilSuite, or any restricted-access account • Does not store CUI, FOUO, or classified data — keep it that way • Does not phone home — your data stays on your device PRO SUBSCRIPTION First PMCS session is free. Unlimited sessions and are $4.99/month. Cancel anytime in iPhone Settings. NOT AN OFFICIAL ARMY APP PMCS Guide is an independent reference tool. It is not endorsed by, affiliated with, or produced by the U.S. Army or the Department of Defense. Always defer to your unit SOP and the controlling Technical Manual. Terms of Use (EULA): https://zintsmaster.github.io/pmcsguide-legal/terms/

Screenshots

DCP Companion4 screens
PMCS Guide4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DCP Companion at none against PMCS Guide's 1. PMCS Guide's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.1). On price, ads 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. PMCS Guide sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. DCP Companion asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
DCP Companion versus PMCS Guide: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDCP CompanionPMCS Guide
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.115.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNikita KraevBrown Dog Arms, LLC

In-app purchases

None

DCP Companion

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

PMCS Guide

Subscriptions1
  • PMCS Pro$4.991 Month

Questions

Is DCP Companion free?
DCP Companion is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PMCS Guide free?
PMCS Guide is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DCP Companion or PMCS Guide have ads?
Neither DCP Companion nor PMCS Guide shows ads.

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