# DCA Events vs ArcGIS Field Maps

The clearest difference is rating: DCA Events at 5.0 against ArcGIS Field Maps's 2.1. DCA Events also leads on iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.5). ArcGIS Field Maps's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (59 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

DCA Events holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ArcGIS Field Maps has 59 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

DCA Events ships an update every 5 months, ArcGIS Field Maps every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DCA Events | ArcGIS Field Maps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dca-events/id787612515/reviews)** | [2.1 (59 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcgis-field-maps/id1515671684/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **59** |
| Positive reviews | — | 10.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 52 MB | 268 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 18.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Distribution Contractors Association](https://appshunter.io/developer/1563818330) | [ESRI](https://appshunter.io/developer/379687933) |

## What reviewers say

### DCA Events

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dca-events/id787612515)

Enhance your event experience with this official mobile app. Access schedules, speaker details, and presentations. Stay informed with alerts and network with other attendees.

**Highlights:** Schedule Builder, Sponsor Information, Session Search, Speaker Information, Take & Share Notes, Download Presentations, Export to Calendar, Meeting Floor Plans & Maps

**In-app purchases:** none


### ArcGIS Field Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcgis-field-maps/id1515671684)

This app provides field workers with interactive maps to understand their surroundings, collect data, and perform inspections. It offers features like location sharing, smart forms, geofence alerts, and offline capabilities for efficient fieldwork.

**Highlights:** Interactive GIS maps, Smart forms for data collection, Location sharing, Geofence alerts, Offline map support, Asset tracking and management, Inspection record documentation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support, SharePlay

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🗺️ Comprehensive mapping capabilities when functioning
- 📊 Powerful data collection features for field work
- 🔄 Integration with ArcGIS ecosystem
- 📍 Useful for basic map information and POI lookup
- 🎯 Improved form calculations and contingent values

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- ⚠️ Unreliable offline map functionality
- 🔄 Constant need to delete and reinstall app
- 📥 Offline download failures and incomplete syncing
- ⏱️ Slow performance and lag

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup and during use
- Layers fail to load intermittently
- Offline map downloads fail or hang indefinitely
- Authentication errors and keyboard not appearing on login
- Maps load only 30% of the time

**Requested features**

- Stylus support for drawing features
- Landscape mode for iPhone devices
- Apple Watch integration and capabilities
- Export functionality (GPX, KMZ formats)
- Improved offline area size and quality selection


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DCA Events free?

DCA Events is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is ArcGIS Field Maps free?

ArcGIS Field Maps is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, DCA Events or ArcGIS Field Maps?

DCA Events is rated higher. DCA Events averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while ArcGIS Field Maps averages 2.1 from 59 ratings.

### Do DCA Events or ArcGIS Field Maps have ads?

DCA Events shows ads; ArcGIS Field Maps does not.

### Which is updated more often, DCA Events or ArcGIS Field Maps?

DCA Events ships an update every 5 months, and ArcGIS Field Maps every 6 weeks. Most recently, DCA Events was updated on November 1, 2026 and ArcGIS Field Maps on November 11, 2026.

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