Comparison

Compass/Mobile Problem Locator vs Mercuria MAP

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

Head to head
About

Compass/Mobile Problem Locator

This app allows telecommunications users to record and report various issues found in cable plants and other utilities. It integrates with a web application to store and forward signal leakage data, supporting job order maintenance and construction issue reporting. A demo mode is available, with full functionality unlocked via a subscription service.

Highlights
  • Record utility issues (cable, power, gas, water)
  • Report signal leakage and construction problems
  • Integrates with ComSonics GENACIS web application
  • Supports job order maintenance
  • Customizable issue and resolution code lists
  • Cellular tower location recording
Features
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ComSonics’ has integrated the Compass Signal Leakage Platform with the Mobile Problem Locator (MPL). The MPL function provides the cable telecommunications user with the ability to record various types of issues found in the cable plant and other utilities such as power, telephone, gas, and water determined by visual inspection. The new Compass functionality adds a number of options for identifying, storing and forwarding signal leakage to the ComSonics' Genacis server as well as supporting job order maintenance. The CompassMPL app supports the ability to submit signal leaks, construction issues and work order closeouts for signal leakage type problems. Provisions are included for recording the location of cellular towers to help combat LTE interference issues. The CompassMPL app is integrated into the ComSonics’ GENACIS Web application and is therefore capable of interacting with signal leakage data already stored. Using this tool, the user can also customize their problem found and resolution code lists to match their individual preferences. Export file capability is provided for each utility via the web interface. A demo mode is provided to introduce the operation of the CompassMPL. Upon entering into a subscription service with ComSonics and connecting with ComSonics GENACIS server, the application status will change to the live version with full interactivity. The subscription service limits each user to two simultaneous active devices; however, the user can add other devices by deactivating one of the two active devices. The customer is required to contact ComSonics Customer Service to begin the CompassMPL subscription service. After customer signup, the Web application will need to be set up to authenticate potential users of the service. An administrator will need to enter in their user names and passwords that will then be used for their login authentication for the CompassMPL application. Failure to authenticate will disallow connection. Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

About

Mercuria MAP

Access real-time and day-ahead electricity prices for major North American power market hubs. View data in tables, charts, and maps, customize your view, and receive notifications for price changes. This app helps users make informed trading decisions and monitor market trends.

Highlights
  • Real-time and day-ahead power prices
  • Data visualization (tables, charts, map)
  • Price comparison across regions
  • Customizable preferences and filters
  • Favorite hub saving
  • Price change notifications
  • Data export and sharing
Features
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Map-C - for Power Market Hub Prices Stay ahead of the curve with real-time and day-ahead prices for major power market hubs in the United States and Canada. Map-C, by Mercuria, is the ultimate app for anyone interested in the electricity market. Whether you are a trader, an analyst, a researcher, or someone working in the power industry, this app will give you access to the latest and most reliable data on Day-Ahead and Real-Time prices for major power market hubs in North America. With Map-C, you can: • View prices for CAISO, ERCOT, MISO, NEISO, NYISO, PJM, and SPP in tables, charts, and on a map. • Compare prices across different regions and time frames. • Customize your preferences and filters to see only the data you need. • Save your favorite hubs for quick reference. • Get notified of price changes and market events. • Export and share data with others. Map-C is easy to use, fast, and secure. It updates automatically with the latest information from official sources. It also works offline, so you can access your data anytime, anywhere. Key benefits: • Stay ahead of the curve with real-time and day-ahead prices • Make informed trading decisions • Identify trends in the power market • Easily monitor all power hubs or just your favorites Harness the power of real-time data with MAP-C! Supply and demand section, FuelMix, Load, and NetLoad. Make informed energy decisions with predictive analytics. Elevate your sustainability goals while optimizing costs. Don’t miss this opportunity to get the most comprehensive and convenient app for power market prices. Download Map-C today to get started!

Screenshots

Compass/Mobile Problem Locator4 screens
Mercuria MAP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Mercuria MAP at free against Compass/Mobile Problem Locator's subscription. Mercuria MAP also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 11 months). Compass/Mobile Problem Locator's advantage is iOS requirement (8.2 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Compass/Mobile Problem Locator against 5.0 for Mercuria MAP. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Compass/Mobile Problem Locator ships an update every 11 months, Mercuria MAP fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Compass/Mobile Problem Locator versus Mercuria MAP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCompass/Mobile Problem LocatorMercuria MAP
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS8.2 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB231 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperComSonics, Inc.Mercuria Energy America LLC

Customer experience

Compass/Mobile Problem Locator

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Mercuria MAP

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

In-app purchases

None

Compass/Mobile Problem Locator

No in-app purchases

None

Mercuria MAP

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Compass/Mobile Problem Locator free?
Compass/Mobile Problem Locator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Mercuria MAP free?
Mercuria MAP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Compass/Mobile Problem Locator or Mercuria MAP?
Compass/Mobile Problem Locator and Mercuria MAP are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Compass/Mobile Problem Locator or Mercuria MAP have ads?
Neither Compass/Mobile Problem Locator nor Mercuria MAP shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Compass/Mobile Problem Locator or Mercuria MAP?
Compass/Mobile Problem Locator ships an update every 11 months, and Mercuria MAP fortnightly. Most recently, Compass/Mobile Problem Locator was updated on October 24, 2026 and Mercuria MAP on October 15, 2026.

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