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Leapfrog Geo vs Promine

Leapfrog Geo logo

Leapfrog Geo

Software

3D geological modeling and visualization software

From
$164.25/day (Consultants Daily)
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Promine logo

Promine

Software

Complete mining software suite built on AutoCAD

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Leapfrog Geo implicit modeling requires significant data quality and density for accurate results; Promine requires AutoCAD or BricsCAD license for use, adding to total cost of ownership
  • They diverge on capability: Leapfrog Geo covers Implicit modeling, Promine covers AutoCAD integration.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Leapfrog Geo and Promine actually diverge.

Attributes where Leapfrog Geo and Promine differ
AttributeLeapfrog GeoPromine
Starting price$164.25/day (Consultants Daily)On request
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
PlatformsWindows, Desktop, Web portalWindows
Founded20031993

Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Leapfrog Geo

  • Implicit modeling
  • 3D visualization
  • Drill hole analysis
  • Geological interpretation
  • Dynamic updates
  • Vulcan
  • Datamine
  • ArcGIS

Only in Promine

  • AutoCAD integration
  • Drill hole management
  • Block modeling
  • Underground planning
  • Ventilation design
  • AutoCAD
  • Leapfrog
  • Excel

Both cover

  • Surpac
  • Windows support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Leapfrog Geo

  • Geological modeling
  • Mineral explorationnot Promine
  • Resource estimationnot Promine
  • Geotechnical analysisnot Promine
  • Environmental assessmentnot Promine

Promine

  • Mine designnot Leapfrog Geo
  • Geological modeling
  • Underground planningnot Leapfrog Geo
  • Ventilation analysisnot Leapfrog Geo

Both are used for geological modeling, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Leapfrog Geo

  • Implicit modeling requires significant data quality and density for accurate results
  • Extension features are priced separately, adding significant cost for specialized workflows

Promine

  • Requires AutoCAD or BricsCAD license for use, adding to total cost of ownership
  • Limited standalone capability compared to all-in-one mining software

Pricing, plan by plan

Leapfrog Geo

$164.25/day (Consultants Daily)
  • Shared Seats$undefined/12 months
    • Concurrent seat sharing
    • Offline capability
    • Contact Seequent for pricing
  • Named Seats$undefined/12 months
    • Dedicated single user
    • Unlimited use
    • Offline capability
  • Consultants Daily$164.25/day (capped 15 days/month)
    • Pay-as-you-go
    • Offline capability
    • Initial account setup fee

Promine

On request
  • Promine Standard$3500/year
    • Drill hole management
    • Block modeling
    • Geological modeling
  • Promine Professional$6000/year
    • All Standard features
    • Underground planning
    • Ventilation analysis
  • Enterprise$15000/year
    • All modules included
    • Unlimited users
    • Priority support

Which should you pick?

Choose Leapfrog Geo if

  • You need implicit modeling.
  • You work on Windows, Desktop, Web portal.
  • You also want 3d visualization.
Leapfrog Geo review

Choose Promine if

  • You need autocad integration.
  • You work on Windows.
  • You also want drill hole management.
Promine review

Questions people ask

Is Leapfrog Geo or Promine better?
Neither clearly leads. Leapfrog Geo starts at $164.25/day (Consultants Daily) and Promine at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Leapfrog Geo or Promine?
Leapfrog Geo starts at $164.25/day (Consultants Daily) and Promine at On request.
Does Leapfrog Geo or Promine run on more platforms?
Leapfrog Geo runs on Windows, Desktop, Web portal. Promine runs on Windows.
What is Leapfrog Geo best used for?
Leapfrog Geo is most often used for geological modeling, mineral exploration, resource estimation, geotechnical analysis. Of those, mineral exploration and resource estimation are not what Promine is typically brought in for.
What can Leapfrog Geo do that Promine cannot?
Leapfrog Geo covers Implicit modeling, 3D visualization, Drill hole analysis, Geological interpretation. Promine covers AutoCAD integration, Drill hole management, Block modeling, Underground planning. Both handle Surpac, Windows support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Leapfrog Geo: What license types does Leapfrog Geo offer?

Leapfrog Geo offers three subscription options: Shared Seats for multiple users taking turns with one seat, Named Seats for dedicated individual users, and Consultants Daily for pay-as-you-go daily access. All support 30-day offline work for field locations.

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Promine: What CAD platforms does Promine support?

Promine is available as a plugin for AutoCAD and BricsCAD. It is supported on AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil3D, and BricsCAD versions 2014 through the newest released versions.

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Leapfrog Geo: What file formats and data types does Leapfrog Geo support?

Leapfrog Geo integrates multiple geoscience data types including drillhole information, structural data, points, polylines, and mesh data to generate models. It also supports industry interoperability for data exchange.

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Promine: What file formats can Promine import?

Promine is compatible with files in .dxf, .dm, .txt and .csv formats, allowing integration with drawings from other mining software.

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Leapfrog Geo: Does Leapfrog Geo work offline?

Yes, all Leapfrog Geo license types support offline work for up to 30 days, enabling geologists and engineers to work in remote field locations without internet connectivity.

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Leapfrog Geo: What extensions are available for Leapfrog Geo?

Extensions include Edge Extension for resource estimation with block model interrogation, Geophysics Extension for seismic and ground penetrating radar data integration, and Hydrogeology Extension for MODFLOW and FEFLOW model incorporation.

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