Best Geosociety Apps & Games

205+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated May 2026

Rockd is the household name in geosociety, but it's far from the only option. We track 205+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Geosociety Apps & Games (May 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1RockdRockdFree4.4★ (183)NoNoJul 2026
2RockIn Rock & Mineral identifyRockIn Rock & Mineral identifyFree4.4★ (1.6K)NoYesJul 2026
3AGU EventsAGU EventsFree4.3★ (346)YesNoJul 2026
4ArcGIS Survey123ArcGIS Survey123Free2.8★ (202)NoNoJul 2026
5Esri EventsEsri EventsFree4.7★ (1.2K)NoNoJul 2026
6ArcGIS Field MapsArcGIS Field MapsFree2.4★ (34)NoNoJul 2026
7Stone Identifier - Rock FinderStone Identifier - Rock FinderFree4.4★ (1.5K)YesYesJul 2026
8Earthquake - alerts and mapEarthquake - alerts and mapFree4.7★ (46K)YesYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Geosociety

Rockd#1

Rockd by University of Wisconsin-Madison Shared Apps

Editor's Choice
📚 Education
4.4😊(183 ratings)
Free
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Discover and document the geology around you. Access global geologic maps, 3D globes, and detailed summaries of your surroundings. Contribute your own observations and track your exploration of Earth's geologic history.

What We Love

  • 🗺️ Comprehensive geological maps with detailed information
  • 💡 Innovative integration of peer-reviewed references and literature
  • 🧭 Built-in Brunton compass and clinometer tools
  • 📱 User-friendly interface and intuitive navigation

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Black map display issues in offline and online modes
  • 📍 GPS tracking and real-time position updates failing
  • 🔌 Offline functionality severely limited or broken
RockIn Rock & Mineral identify#2

RockIn Rock & Mineral identify by Vortemol Limited

organize collection, buy, sell
Strong Contender
🔍 Reference
4.4(1.6K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#96in Reference
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Identify rocks and minerals instantly with a photo. Organize your personal collection, discover global specimens, and connect with a community marketplace to buy and sell. Perfect for collectors, geologists, and enthusiasts of all levels.

AGU Events#3

AGU Events by American Geophysical Union (AGU)

Worth Considering
🔍 Reference
4.3😞(346 ratings)
FreeAds
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Navigate AGU-managed meetings and events with this app. Download event programs, build your personal schedule, search sessions and exhibitors, and connect with other attendees. Access content offline once downloaded.

What We Love

  • 👍 App exists and is useful
  • 👍 Map feature appreciated
  • 👍 Reminders helpful
  • 👍 Ability to add own entries

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Passwords always bugged
  • 🐛 App doesn't open
  • 🐛 Cannot sync schedule

More Geosociety apps to explore

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ArcGIS Survey123
ArcGIS Survey123
ArcGIS Survey123
by ESRI
Free

Capture precise, location-aware data in the field using smart forms, even offline. Seamlessly sync collected information with your ArcGIS platform for real-time analysis and decision-making. Ideal for public feedback, inspections, and documenting field conditions.

Smart forms for data collectionOffline data capture and syncingLocation-aware data with GPS
🔧 Utilities
(202)
free
5
Esri Events
Esri Events
Esri Events
by ESRI
Free

Access comprehensive information for all Esri conferences, including agendas, session details, and event schedules. Manage your personal schedule, connect with fellow attendees, and navigate event venues with ease.

Conference agendasSession descriptionsActivity dates and times
📊 Productivity
(1.2K)
free
6
ArcGIS Field Maps
ArcGIS Field Maps
ArcGIS Field Maps
by ESRI
Free

This app provides mobile workers with interactive digital maps to understand their surroundings, locate assets, and collect data. It features smart forms for efficient data entry, offline capabilities, and location sharing for coordination and safety. Designed for organizational use, it supports fieldwork for various teams.

Interactive digital mapsSmart forms for data collectionOffline map capabilities
📊 Productivity
(34)
free
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Stone Identifier - Rock Finder
Stone Identifier - Rock Finder
Stone Identifier - Rock Finder
Diamonds, crystals & gemstones
Free

Identify rocks, minerals, and crystals from photos with high accuracy. Explore their properties, discover nearby deposits on a map, and build your own digital collection. Learn fascinating facts about stones from around the world.

Accurate rock identification from photosStudy physical and chemical propertiesDiscover nearby rock deposits on a map
📚 Education
(1.5K)
free with in-app purchases
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Earthquake - alerts and map
Earthquake - alerts and map
Earthquake - alerts and map
worldwide data and alerts
Free

Stay informed about seismic activity with real-time global earthquake data and customizable push notifications. Visualize events on an interactive map, access a historical catalog, and contribute to community reports. Includes tsunami bulletins and detailed event information.

Real-time global earthquake dataCustomizable push notificationsInteractive earthquake map
☀️ Weather
(46K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Rock ID・Gem & Stone Identifier
Rock ID・Gem & Stone Identifier
Rock ID・Gem & Stone Identifier
Diamond Tester・Crystal Scanner
Free

Instantly identify rocks, minerals, and gems by snapping a photo. Explore detailed profiles, manage your personal collections, and keep a log of all your discoveries. Become a geology expert with this comprehensive guide.

Instant AI-powered stone identificationVast catalog of rock profilesPersonal rock and mineral collections
📚 Education
(3K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Flyover Country
Flyover Country
Flyover Country
offline flight tracking
Free

Discover the world below and clouds above with offline maps and points of interest during your flight, hike, or road trip. This app uses GPS to reveal geologic maps, fossil locations, and Wikipedia articles without needing an internet connection.

Offline GPS trackingInteractive geologic mapsPoints of interest (fossils, Wikipedia)
✈️ Travel
(299)
free
11
EarthViewer
EarthViewer
EarthViewer
by Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Free

Explore Earth's 4.5 billion-year history with this interactive time machine. See how continents, oceans, and climate have changed over eons, track landmarks and fossils, and visualize scientific data like temperature and biodiversity. Discover the dynamic evolution of our planet.

Continental reconstructions over billions of yearsSea level and temperature mapsTrack landmark and fossil movements
📚 Education
(101)
free
12
Touch GIS
Touch GIS
Touch GIS
Field data collection, mapping
Free

This professional tool simplifies field data collection and mapping. It allows users to create and customize data forms, collect various data types offline, and export them to standard GIS formats. Professionals across diverse fields utilize it to enhance their fieldwork.

Create Points, Lines, Polygons, CirclesCustomizable attribute formsOffline map tile saving
📊 Productivity
(31)
free with in-app purchases
13
QField for QGIS
QField for QGIS
QField for QGIS
Efficient field work for QGIS
Free

This app streamlines GIS fieldwork, enabling efficient data collection and seamless exchange between field and office. It brings the full power of QGIS to mobile devices, supporting a wide range of spatial data formats for viewing and editing.

GIS fieldwork efficiencyData exchange with officeQGIS project integration
📊 Productivity
(31)
free
14
DRILL - IntoTheEarth
DRILL - IntoTheEarth
DRILL - IntoTheEarth
simple idlegame
Free

Explore the depths of the earth in this idle game. Dig deeper to uncover what lies beneath, from monsters to hidden underground worlds. Progress passively as you uncover the planet's secrets.

Idle gameplayEarth explorationUncover secrets
🎮 Games
(1.4K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Rock & Crystal Identifier
Rock & Crystal Identifier
Rock & Crystal Identifier
ID Crystals Mineral Gem Stones
Free

Instantly identify rocks, crystals, and minerals by uploading a photo. Explore their history, meaning, and energetic qualities. Organize your collection and connect with experts for insights.

Photo-based rock identificationCrystal and mineral encyclopediaSearch by planet, color, emotion, chakra
📚 Education
(2.5K)
freemium
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Rock Identifier AI - StoneScan
Rock Identifier AI - StoneScan
Rock Identifier AI - StoneScan
Crystals, Gemstones & Diamonds
Free

Identify rocks and gemstones instantly by taking a photo. Explore detailed mineral data, build your own collection, and access educational articles written by geologists. Perfect for students, hikers, and jewelry enthusiasts.

AI-powered stone identificationDetailed mineral property dataDiamond and crystal encyclopedia
🔧 Utilities
(37)
free with in-app purchases
17
Fulcrum GIS field data capture
Fulcrum GIS field data capture
Fulcrum GIS field data capture
Mobile app with built-in GIS
Free

This mobile GIS software empowers field teams with intuitive tools for seamless data collection, asset tracking, and process automation. It enables accurate geospatial data capture and sharing, even for non-GIS experts, transforming field workflows.

Drag-and-drop form builderAI-powered voice data entryIntegrated GIS capabilities
💼 Business
(106)
free with in-app purchases
18
SoilWeb
SoilWeb
SoilWeb
by University of California, Davis
Free

Access detailed soil survey information based on your current location. View soil profile sketches, estimated proportions, and geomorphic positions. Get aggregate data like water holding capacity and links to official soil descriptions.

Soil profile sketches and geomorphic positionMap unit aggregate data (e.g., water holding capacity)Soil survey area scale and publication date
📚 Education
(14)
free
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ArcGIS QuickCapture
ArcGIS QuickCapture
ArcGIS QuickCapture
The rapid GIS data capture app
Free

This app enables rapid collection of field observations, allowing users to record GIS points and attributes efficiently. It's designed for collecting data quickly from a moving vehicle or during surveys.

Rapid field observation collectionRecord GIS points and attributesData capture at-speed
🔧 Utilities
(35)
free
20
AAG Meetings
AAG Meetings
AAG Meetings
by Association of American Geographers
Free

This app connects geographers, GIS specialists, and environmental scientists for an annual meeting focused on research and applications in geography, sustainability, and GIScience. It serves as an interdisciplinary forum for networking and collaboration among scholars, researchers, professionals, and students worldwide.

Annual meeting for geographersFocus on GIScience and sustainabilityInterdisciplinary forum
🔍 Reference
(4)
ad-supported

FAQ about Geosociety

What are the best geosociety apps & games for iPhone?
Rockd tops our geosociety apps & games ranking as of May 2026, with a 4.4-star average from 183 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top geosociety apps & games we rank are free to download, including Rockd and RockIn Rock & Mineral identify.
Rockd has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of May 2026.
We track 205+ geosociety apps & games on the iOS App Store as of May 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Rockd allows users to explore and learn about the geologic record of their surroundings. It provides access to global geologic maps, 3D virtual globes, and summaries of local geology. Users can also contribute their own field observations and track their exploration.
Key features include instant access to geologic summaries, interactive global geologic maps with offline caching, a 3D virtual globe, paleogeographic map exploration, stratigraphic column viewing, and the ability to log field observations with strike/dip and trend/plunge data.