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Leapfrog Geo
3D geological modeling and visualization software
As of 30 August 2026, Leapfrog Geo starts at $164.25/day (Consultants Daily). Leapfrog Geo is an industry-leading 3D geological modeling software that enables geologists and mining professionals to build dynamic geological models rapidly. Softwr lists it under Mining. Leapfrog Geo is made by Seequent (Bentley Systems), launched in 2004, available on Windows, macOS, Web.
Overview
What Leapfrog Geo does
Leapfrog Geo is an industry-leading 3D geological modeling software that enables geologists and mining professionals to build dynamic geological models rapidly. Using implicit modeling technology, it processes drilling data and creates accurate subsurface models that update automatically as new data becomes available.
What people use it for
- Geological modeling
- Mineral exploration
- Resource estimation
- Geotechnical analysis
- Environmental assessment
The honest half
Where it falls short
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- Implicit modeling requires significant data quality and density for accurate results
- Extension features are priced separately, adding significant cost for specialized workflows
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Micromine: Micromine Origin provides end-to-end geological modeling and resource estimation workflow from exploration through grade control
Pricing
What Leapfrog Geo costs
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Shared Seats
On request
- Concurrent seat sharing
- Offline capability
- Contact Seequent for pricing
Named Seats
On request
- Dedicated single user
- Unlimited use
- Offline capability
- Contact Seequent for pricing
Consultants Daily
$164.25 /day (capped 15 days/month)
- Pay-as-you-go
- Offline capability
- Initial account setup fee
Capabilities
Features
Implicit modeling
3D visualization
Drill hole analysis
Geological interpretation
Dynamic updates
Surpac
Integration with Surpac
Vulcan
Integration with Vulcan
Datamine
Integration with Datamine
ArcGIS
Integration with ArcGIS
GOCAD
Integration with GOCAD
Windows support
Available on windows
Macos support
Available on macos
Answered, with sources
Questions people ask
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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.
SourceWhat 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.
SourceDoes 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.
SourceWhat 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.
SourceBehind it
Who makes Leapfrog Geo
- Company
- Seequent (Bentley Systems)
- Based in
- Christchurch, New Zealand
- Founders
- ARANZ Geo
Timeline
Leapfrog Geo over time
- Acquisition2021-06-17$900m
Bentley Systems completes acquisition of Seequent for approximately $900 million in cash plus 3,141,342 BSY Class B shares
Source - Acquisition2021-03-11$1.1bn
Bentley Systems agrees to acquire Seequent
Source - Renamed2017-01-01
ARANZ Geo renamed to Seequent to reflect expansion beyond mining into hydrogeology and geothermal industries
Source - Launch2013-02-01
ARANZ Geo releases first commercial version of Leapfrog Geo for mining industry
Source - Founded2003-01-01
Leapfrog commercial release to market
Source
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