Comparison

Tru vs GPS Fields Area Measure Map

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

Head to head
About

Tru

Easily transfer session files from your Tru-Test device to your phone. Upload data to livestock management platforms, share via email, or send to national traceability programs. Manage device settings and record sessions remotely.

Highlights
  • Download session files
  • Upload to Datamars Livestock
  • Share via email
  • Send to traceability programs
  • Change device settings
  • Record sessions
  • Share GPS location
Features
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The Tru-Test Data Link app enables to you download session files from your Tru-Test device and upload them to Datamars Livestock, email or share the session files, or send them to your national traceability program, whether you’re out in the yards or back at home. Watch an overview of the app here: https://youtu.be/Iym0z8709QA Key features: • Download session files to your phone for later viewing & sharing • Session files automatically upload to MiHub Livestock when you have internet access • Share sessions via email, or other apps you have downloaded • Change device settings or record sessions when connected to S2 or S3 indicators • Share GPS location of sessions • Send sessions to supported national livestock traceability programs (see list below) Supported national livestock traceability programs: • New Zealand – send registrations and animal movements directly to NAIT • Australia – send animal movements for producers, agents and saleyards directly to NLIS Tru-Test product compatibility: • XRS2/SRS2 EID Readers • XR5000/ID5000 weigh scale indicators • EziWeigh7i weigh scale indicator • S2/S3 weigh scale indicators

About

GPS Fields Area Measure Map

Accurately measure distance, perimeter, and area using GPS, even offline. Mark points with notes and photos for field scouting, land inspection, or issue logging. Supports various export formats and custom map layers.

Highlights
  • GPS walking/driving measurement
  • Manual point editing
  • Add notes, photos, and custom objects
  • Offline functionality
  • Project saving and grouping
  • Export to KML, KMZ, Shapefile
  • Custom map layers
Features
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GPS Fields Area Measure lets you accurately calculate distance, perimeter and area — even without internet. Mark any point with notes, photos or custom data. Ideal for field scouting, equipment tracking, land inspection or issue logging. Designed for: ------------- • Farmers & agronomists (field mapping, crop scouting, fertilizer & spray planning, issue logging) • Land surveyors & construction (fencing, irrigation layout) • Real estate & property teams (map parcels and store notes, photos & site info) Key Features: ------------- • One-tap GPS walking/driving measurement • Precise manual editing with point markers • Add notes, photos & custom objects • Fully offline — works anywhere • Save, group & edit projects • Export to KML, KMZ or Shapefile • Add custom map layers — drone imagery, raster maps or any WMS service • Elevation profiles & built-in compass What our users say: ------------------- “Best measuring app I’ve ever used. Replaced my expensive handheld GPS.” — John, USA “Perfect for remote areas with no signal.” — Maria, UK “Great for property inspections. All my notes, photos and boundaries are stored in one app — no more messy folders.” — Mark, Australia 4.6 stars from 11K+ reviews • Used in 150+ countries • Regular feature updates Download free. Unlock Premium for advanced tools and cloud storage. • Privacy policy: https://privacy.farmis.com/ • Terms of Use: https://privacy.farmis.com/

Screenshots

Tru4 screens
GPS Fields Area Measure Map4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: GPS Fields Area Measure Map at 4.6 against Tru's 4.0. GPS Fields Area Measure Map also leads on review sentiment (56% vs 20%) and ratings volume (13K vs 4). Tru's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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. GPS Fields Area Measure Map sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Tru asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GPS Fields Area Measure Map holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GPS Fields Area Measure Map has 13K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Tru's written reviews are positive against 56% of GPS Fields Area Measure Map's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tru ships an update every 2 months, GPS Fields Area Measure Map fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on June 9, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Tru versus GPS Fields Area Measure Map: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTruGPS Fields Area Measure Map
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (4 ratings)4.6 (13K ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews56.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings413K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.0 — better17.1
Further details — not scored
Size166 MB87 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDatamars SARento UAB

Customer experience

Tru

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative60.0%

GPS Fields Area Measure Map

All ratings12,743 ratings
Positive89.9%
Neutral3.7%
Negative6.4%
Written reviews459 reviews
Positive56.0%
Neutral6.5%
Negative37.5%

Bugs and requests

Tru

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

GPS Fields Area Measure Map

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Inconsistent GPS accuracy
  • Saved data disappearing after updates
  • Login and registration issues
  • Syncing problems across devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to share or collaborate on measurements
  • Improved data export options (e.g., PDF)
  • More customization options for units and display
  • Better tutorial or in-app guidance

In-app purchases

None

Tru

No in-app purchases

11 purchases

GPS Fields Area Measure Map

Subscriptions11
  • Premium 1 week$4.997 Days
  • Premium 1m.$5.991 Month
  • Premium 1m.$9.991 Month
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  • Premium 1m.$14.991 Month
  • 1 month premium subscription$14.991 Month
  • Premium 12m.7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • 12 months premium subscription$34.991 Year
  • Premium 12m.7 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • 6 months premium subscription$58.996 Months
  • Premium 12m.7 Days trial$69.991 Year
  • 12 months premium subscription$70.991 Year

Questions

Is Tru free?
Tru is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GPS Fields Area Measure Map free?
GPS Fields Area Measure Map is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Tru or GPS Fields Area Measure Map?
GPS Fields Area Measure Map is rated higher. Tru averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while GPS Fields Area Measure Map averages 4.6 from 13K ratings.
Do Tru or GPS Fields Area Measure Map have ads?
GPS Fields Area Measure Map shows ads; Tru does not.
Which is updated more often, Tru or GPS Fields Area Measure Map?
Tru ships an update every 2 months, and GPS Fields Area Measure Map fortnightly. Most recently, Tru was updated on June 9, 2026 and GPS Fields Area Measure Map on September 24, 2026.

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