Comparison

Smart Survey Pro vs LevelNote

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

Head to head
About

Smart Survey Pro

Features
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About

LevelNote

This digital field book simplifies leveling surveys on construction sites. It automates calculations for elevations and set-out points, offers custom data fields, and stores all records digitally for easy access and sharing.

Highlights
  • Automated elevation and set-out calculations
  • Customizable data columns
  • Digital record keeping
  • Offline functionality
  • Benchmark management
  • CSV export
Features
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LevelNote is a digital field book for leveling on construction sites. With paper-like workflows, you can measure elevations, set out (marking), and manage records quickly. [Key Features] ■ Measurement Mode (Standard) Enter a benchmark (BM) and readings (BS / FS) to calculate instrument height (IH) and elevation (EL) automatically. • Benchmark setup: enter BM and BS • Point measurement: enter FS to calculate EL • Multiple benchmarks during a survey • Select from BM list (Pro): add a saved benchmark • Custom columns: memo and EL offset columns; adjusted EL is shown automatically • Delete points from the toolbar (the first benchmark cannot be deleted) • Custom numeric keypad and auto-focus to the next field • Floating calculator for basic arithmetic ■ Marking / Set-out Mode (Pro) Enter a target elevation (EL) to calculate the required reading (FS) automatically. • Enter target EL; IH and required FS are calculated • EL offset column: shows adjusted EL and updates required FS * Only one EL offset column can be added in Marking • Memo columns for per-point notes • Multiple benchmarks and BM list selection • Delete focused points from the toolbar • Same custom keypad and calculator as Measurement ■ Benchmark (BM) Management (Pro) Save benchmarks you reuse and call them up in Measurement or Marking. • Create / edit name, elevation (EL), photo, and notes • List view and pick-from-list when adding a benchmark • Share benchmarks as files with your team * Recipients need Pro / LevelNote v1.6.0 or later • Import from the Benchmarks screen, or open a shared file in LevelNote ■ Survey Records Save Measurement and Marking data and review it anytime. • Save records (name when leaving; blank names use a date default) • List: name, date, point count, and mode • Detail table including custom columns; resume to continue editing • Swipe to delete; Select for bulk CSV share or delete • CSV export from detail or bulk selection (includes memo / EL offset headers) Share to Files, Mail, and more—useful for Excel and submissions [About Pro] Pro unlocks Marking / set-out and Benchmark management (create, manage, share, import). Available as a monthly subscription or a one-time purchase (no expiration). Subscriptions are charged to your Apple ID and renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the period ends. Manage or cancel in Settings > Apple ID. Use Restore Purchases if you already bought Pro. [Highlights] • Fully offline—works in tunnels and low-signal sites • Auto calculation of IH, EL, and required FS • Custom columns for memos and EL offsets • Simple, one-handed UI for the field • Digital storage—no lost or damaged paper books • Leveling-focused numeric keypad • Japanese and English UI • Requires iOS 17.0 or later [Data] • Survey data is stored only on your device. • No cloud sync. Deleting the app deletes all saved data. • Back up important data regularly. [Who It’s For] • Leveling on construction sites • Site and quality managers • Teams moving from paper field books to digital • Anyone reducing transcription mistakes • Anyone needing memos or offsets in the field book • Teams that share benchmarks (BM) Make leveling simpler and faster with LevelNote. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Smart Survey Pro3 screens
LevelNote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Smart Survey Pro at none against LevelNote's 2. Smart Survey Pro also leads on iOS requirement (12 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, 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. LevelNote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. Smart Survey Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Smart Survey Pro versus LevelNote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart Survey ProLevelNote
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews—75.0% of reviews
Update frequencyFortnightlyFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer徕卡测量系统(上海)有限公司Tadahiro Inoue

In-app purchases

None

Smart Survey Pro

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

LevelNote

Subscriptions1
  • LevelNote Pro$0.491 Month
One-time1
  • LevelNote$19.99

Questions

Is Smart Survey Pro free?
Smart Survey Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LevelNote free?
LevelNote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Smart Survey Pro or LevelNote have ads?
Neither Smart Survey Pro nor LevelNote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Smart Survey Pro or LevelNote?
Smart Survey Pro ships an update fortnightly, and LevelNote fortnightly. Most recently, Smart Survey Pro was updated on October 7, 2026 and LevelNote on October 25, 2026.

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