ArcGIS Survey123 vs Mobile CertiFields

Smart forms and surveys for digital data collection. ArcGIS Survey123 helps mobile workers collect field data with speed and precision. Capture location-aware survey responses anytime, anywhere—even offline—and sync seamlessly with your ArcGIS platform for real-time analysis and decision-making. From gathering public feedback to conducting inspections or documenting field conditions, Survey123 helps ensure data capture is efficient and reliable. ArcGIS is available on your desktop, in a browser, and on smartphones or tablets. Survey123 is Esri's form-centric app on mobile devices. Note: Survey123 is designed for organizational use. This app requires you have an ArcGIS organizational account to collect and update data. Public surveys shared by organizations can be accessed without sign in for crowd sourcing or citizen science purposes. Collect and submit data with precision: - Capture data using a wide variety of question types including text, map, choice lists, dates, photos, signatures, and barcodes. - Collect data online or offline and sync when connected. - Capture location information using device GPS. - Use maps in surveys to select points. - Apply skip logic, calculations, and data validation to ensure high-quality responses. - Attach photos and audio to survey responses. - Create multilingual surveys. Work securely with your organization: - Securely connect to your ArcGIS Online or ArcGIS Enterprise organization. - Submit surveys to trigger feature service webhooks that automate downstream workflows. Collaborate and analyze results: - Access and complete publicly shared surveys in the field without needing to sign in, allowing you to provide feedback or contribute data for crowd sourcing projects. - Integrate data submitted from the Survey123 field app with ArcGIS Dashboards, ArcGIS Experience Builder, and other ArcGIS solutions to enhance visualization and analysis. - Submit reliable survey data to support professional reports, which can be generated using customizable report templates on the Survey123 website. - Submit survey data in the field to make it available for export in formats such as CSV, Excel, shapefile, or file geodatabase through the Survey123 website, ArcGIS Online or ArcGIS Enterprise.

CertiFields Mobile brings seed certification inspections into the modern era. Designed for field inspectors and seed growers working with crop improvement associations, CertiFields replaces paper forms and clipboards with a fast, reliable mobile workflow. Built for the field Conduct inspections from anywhere — including remote fields with no cell signal. CertiFields works offline and syncs automatically when you're back in range. Capture everything you need on-site: inspection data, geotagged photos, and precise GPS coordinates for every field. Streamlined inspections • Record inspection findings directly on your phone or tablet • Attach photos with automatic location tagging • Track varieties, lot numbers, and field history • Submit inspection reports without the paperwork backlog Designed for accuracy Standardized digital inspections reduce transcription errors and keep certification data consistent. Inspectors spend less time on paperwork and more time in the field where it matters. Who it's for CertiFields is built for seed certification inspectors, crop improvement association staff, and seed growers who need a reliable tool for documenting field inspections in support of certified seed production.