Experience With Submeter Data Collectors or GNSS Recievers For Field Collection

Question

Hello All,

My company is looking into getting new GNSS recievers / data collectors to complete wetland delineations, restoration projects, invasive species mapping, etc. The department looking into getting new units previously used two Trimble Geo7x and are pretty set on getting something similar, however they need to get away from Trimble software as one of the programs they use is no longer comptible with Trimble software. They absolutely need a unit that can get reliable submeter accuracy and is very compact/handheld since they often go through lots of brush and tall grass.

I would like to know others experiences with similar work and what they are using to collect data out in the field. We are trying to move to Esri Field Maps with this upgrade.

Thanks and much appreciation!

evtguy · Answer

Luckily for me, we're still on Windows 10 so I'm operating just fine. I know that Windows Mobile had issues with Windows 10 but I was able to get it working using the advice that has been posted online. Maybe this link will help you out. It's basically the same process I used to get it to work under Windows 10.

Danvey · Answer

I use a Trimble Geo7x and have been using GPS Pathfinder Office. However, I recently upgraded computers and can't get Pathfinder Office and ArcGIS Pro operable at the same time on a Windows 11 system. Just wondering how things are going for you

Linde_Carmack · Answer

Our organization recently deployed two Juniper Geodes after years of using Trimble R1s. Our experience with the Geodes has been very positive and will be the devices we invest in going forward. They are portable for field work, provide reliable sub-meter accuracy, and are very user friendly. I expanded on the benefits in the replies to this thread.