Softwr

Mining & Resources · head to head

Leapfrog Geo vs RS2

Leapfrog Geo logo

Leapfrog Geo

Mining & Resources

3D geological modeling and visualization software

From
$164.25/day (Consultants Daily)
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
RS2 logo

RS2

Mining & Resources

2D finite element stress analysis for mining

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; RS2 the RS2 product page shows a USD per year pricing block with no figure filled in, so the annual lease cost is not published
  • They diverge on capability: Leapfrog Geo covers Implicit modeling, RS2 covers 2D finite element analysis.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Leapfrog Geo and RS2 actually diverge.

Attributes where Leapfrog Geo and RS2 differ
AttributeLeapfrog GeoRS2
Starting price$164.25/day (Consultants Daily)On request
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
PlatformsWindows, Desktop, Web portalWindows
Founded20031989

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

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
  • Surpac
  • Vulcan
  • Datamine

Only in RS2

  • 2D finite element analysis
  • Stress-strain modeling
  • Slope stability assessment
  • Bolt design
  • Support sizing
  • AutoCAD
  • GeoStudio
  • RocData

Both cover

  • Windows support

What people use each for

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

Leapfrog Geo

  • Geological modelingnot RS2
  • Mineral explorationnot RS2
  • Resource estimationnot RS2
  • Geotechnical analysisnot RS2
  • Environmental assessmentnot RS2

RS2

  • Two dimensional finite element analysis of slopes, excavations and tunnelsnot Leapfrog Geo
  • Modelling groundwater seepage and consolidation in geotechnical designsnot Leapfrog Geo
  • Assessing rock and soil stability for mining and civil engineering projectsnot Leapfrog Geo

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

RS2

  • The RS2 product page shows a USD per year pricing block with no figure filled in, so the annual lease cost is not published
  • RS2 is sold only as an annual cloud hosted lease; the page describes no perpetual licence
  • The Personal Lease is one seat tied to one user device; using it across several machines requires the Flexible+ lease
  • Hosting licences on a local server rather than Rocscience's RocPortal requires contacting the vendor

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

RS2

On request
  • RS2 Standard$11000/year
    • 2D finite element analysis
    • Slope stability
    • Excavation design

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 RS2 if

  • You need 2d finite element analysis.
  • You work on Windows.
  • You also want stress-strain modeling.
RS2 review

Questions people ask

Is Leapfrog Geo or RS2 better?
Neither clearly leads. Leapfrog Geo starts at $164.25/day (Consultants Daily) and RS2 at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Leapfrog Geo or RS2?
Leapfrog Geo starts at $164.25/day (Consultants Daily) and RS2 at On request.
Does Leapfrog Geo or RS2 run on more platforms?
Leapfrog Geo runs on Windows, Desktop, Web portal. RS2 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, geological modeling and mineral exploration are not what RS2 is typically brought in for.
What can Leapfrog Geo do that RS2 cannot?
Leapfrog Geo covers Implicit modeling, 3D visualization, Drill hole analysis, Geological interpretation. RS2 covers 2D finite element analysis, Stress-strain modeling, Slope stability assessment, Bolt design. Both handle 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.

Source
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.

Source
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.

Source
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.

Source
ShareXLinkedInRedditWhatsAppEmail

Related pages

More on Leapfrog Geo

More on RS2

Keep looking

Other head to heads