Comparison

GeoLog Field vs FirstSeed Planner

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

Head to head
About

GeoLog Field

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GeoLog Field is an offline-first mobile workspace designed for geological field data collection, mapping and project organization. Record observations, samples, drillholes, drawings, geological map features, sections, measurements and field tracks directly on your device. Keep project records structured during fieldwork and transfer them to office workflows using supported export formats. FIELD DATA COLLECTION • Create geological observations with notes, coordinates and photographs • Record Rock, Soil, Stream and Other samples • Manage drillhole collar, survey, lithology and assay data • Add project-specific custom fields MAP-BASED WORKFLOWS • Place objects using your current GPS position or the map center • Create points, lines, polygons, rectangles, circles and text • Record geological units, structural lines, strike and dip data • Measure distance, bearing, area and perimeter • Create and review geological sections COORDINATES • WGS84 geographic coordinates • UTM based on WGS84 • UTM based on ED50 for supported zones • MGRS coordinate display TRACK RECORDING Record field routes and review track duration, distance and point count. With the required iOS permission, recording can continue while the device is locked. IMPORT AND EXPORT Exchange data using supported formats including GeoLog Field project packages, CSV, XLSX, GeoJSON, KML and GPX. OFFLINE-FIRST Project records are stored locally on the device and remain under your control. An internet connection may be required for online map content, but your saved project data remains available locally. GeoLog Field focuses on the practical tasks geologists need in the field: structured data collection, clear project organization and reliable transfer to the next stage of the workflow. Legal Terms of Use (Apple Standard EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://geolog-field-website.web.app/privacy.html

About

FirstSeed Planner

This app combines your calendar, notes, and to-do lists onto a single daily page for a clear overview of your schedule and tasks. Seamlessly integrate with existing calendars and manage unfinished items by rescheduling them. Customize your view and export content in various formats.

Highlights
  • Unified daily view of calendar, notes, and tasks
  • Syncs with iCloud, Google, and Exchange calendars
  • Create notes with rich text formatting and checkboxes
  • Reschedule unfinished to-dos
  • Export pages as PDF or Markdown
  • Widgets for at-a-glance information
  • Customizable appearance and settings
Features
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Your events, to-dos, and notes for each day, together on one page. Each page shows your calendar, events, and notes together, so you can see your schedule while you write. Events and reminders come straight from the Calendar and Reminders apps on your device. Add photos, create to-dos with checkboxes, and move unfinished items to another day. One day, one page See your schedule and notes together. Adjust the space for each, search across events, reminders, and notes, and swipe between days. Works with your calendars Use your existing iCloud, Google, and Exchange calendars with no importing required. Create, reorder, and share calendars right in the app. Notes and to-dos Add photos, checkboxes, lists, highlights, and text formatting. Use each page as a planner, journal, meeting notes, health log, or anything else you need. Stay on top of unfinished tasks See overdue reminders and unfinished to-dos in one place and move them to today or tomorrow with a single action. Made for larger screens Use a two-column layout or open a two-day spread. Eight widgets let you see events, notes, to-dos, and your month at a glance. Export and customize Export pages as PDF or Markdown, with support for A4, A5, B5, and US Letter. Customize colors, text size, weekends, holidays, and more. FirstSeed Planner Pro - Sync across iPhone, iPad, and Mac - Automatic iCloud backup - Weather on your pages - Quick Access menu - App icon badge About Subscription: Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Terms of Use: https://firstseed.io/terms.html

Screenshots

GeoLog Field4 screens
FirstSeed Planner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: GeoLog Field at 14.0 against FirstSeed Planner's 26.0. 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. GeoLog Field sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and FirstSeed Planner sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GeoLog Field ships an update every 4 days, FirstSeed Planner every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
GeoLog Field versus FirstSeed Planner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGeoLog FieldFirstSeed Planner
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—74.2% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBERK AKDAGFirstSeed Inc

In-app purchases

2 purchases

GeoLog Field

Subscriptions2
  • GeoLog Field Monthly$4.991 Month
  • GeoLog Field Yearly$49.991 Year
3 purchases

FirstSeed Planner

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly7 Days trial$3.491 Month
  • Pro Yearly1 Month trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$89.99

Questions

Is GeoLog Field free?
GeoLog Field is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FirstSeed Planner free?
FirstSeed Planner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do GeoLog Field or FirstSeed Planner have ads?
Neither GeoLog Field nor FirstSeed Planner shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GeoLog Field or FirstSeed Planner?
GeoLog Field ships an update every 4 days, and FirstSeed Planner every 5 days. Most recently, GeoLog Field was updated on October 31, 2026 and FirstSeed Planner on November 8, 2026.

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