Comparison

AnchorTest vs GEO5 Data Collector

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

Head to head
About

AnchorTest

This iPad app streamlines on-site geotechnical testing for ground anchor post-tensioning. It simplifies data collection, visualization, and analysis using cloud computing and AI, ensuring compliance with international standards. The app facilitates efficient reporting and communication of test results.

Highlights
  • On-site test result recording
  • Data visualization and analysis
  • Cloud computing integration
  • AI-powered insights
  • Compliance with international standards
  • Simplified reporting and communication
Features
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AnchorTest® is a cutting-edge iPad app designed by geotechnical specialists for recording on-site test results during post-tensioning of ground anchors. AnchorTest simplifies the process of collecting, visualizing, and analyzing test results using modern technologies like Cloud Computing and Artificial Intelligence. It's compliant with international standards including BS8081, PTI DC35.1-14, and EN ISO 22477-5:2018, ensuring accurate and reliable results. AnchorTest has been used in various building and infrastructure projects worldwide from Australia to the United States, Africa, the Middle East, and Europe, including testing the highest capacity anchors on a dam upgrade project in South Africa. It's user-friendly, requires minimal training, and saves time and money by eliminating costly manual labor. The app simplifies the reporting process and allows faster communication of all test results in a tabulated and organized manner via the AnchorTest Cloud(*) website, making it a cost-effective solution for projects of any size. (*) Subscription to AnchorTest Cloud services is required for full functionality of AnchorTest app. Subscription is available via In-App Purchase. Monthly subscription price is $999 or equivalent local currency as determined by AppStore pricing tiers. Subscription automatically renews monthly unless turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Subscription will be charged to your iTunes Account. You can manage your subscription in Account Settings after purchase. For this auto renewable subscription standard AppStore terms of use apply. By subscribing to AnchorTest, you confirm acceptance of our Terms of Use: https://www.anchortest.app/s/terms_of_use.pdf Please note that the supplied information for subscription is secured under our Privacy Policy: https://www.anchortest.app/privacy-policy#page

About

GEO5 Data Collector

This application facilitates geological survey data collection in the field. It allows users to input data, utilize maps and GPS, and attach multimedia recordings. Data can be organized using standard or custom templates for any survey type.

Highlights
  • Field data input
  • Map and GPS integration
  • Photo, video, and audio recording
  • Standard and custom data templates
  • Borehole logging support
Features
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Application is used for geological survey data collection (borehole logging). The program GEO5 Stratigraphy is necessary for data transfer between PC and mobile. The App allows inputting data in the field, using maps and GPS, and adding photos, videos or audio recordings. The App allows to input data according to standard or user-defined templates, so any type of data can be defined.

Screenshots

GEO5 Data Collector4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GEO5 Data Collector at none against AnchorTest's 1. AnchorTest's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. AnchorTest sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $999.99 per 7 days. GEO5 Data Collector asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for AnchorTest against 5.0 for GEO5 Data Collector. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
AnchorTest versus GEO5 Data Collector: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAnchorTestGEO5 Data Collector
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS14.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size100 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperhetGE LLCFINE spol. s r.o.

Customer experience

AnchorTest

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

GEO5 Data Collector

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

AnchorTest

Subscriptions1
  • AnchorTest Weekly$999.997 Days
None

GEO5 Data Collector

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AnchorTest free?
AnchorTest is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GEO5 Data Collector free?
GEO5 Data Collector is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, AnchorTest or GEO5 Data Collector?
AnchorTest and GEO5 Data Collector are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do AnchorTest or GEO5 Data Collector have ads?
Neither AnchorTest nor GEO5 Data Collector shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AnchorTest or GEO5 Data Collector?
AnchorTest ships an update every 3 months, and GEO5 Data Collector every 3 months. Most recently, AnchorTest was updated on November 1, 2026 and GEO5 Data Collector on November 3, 2026.

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