Table 3

Summary of comparison of the three different methods in an urban context, for the main criteria used


Time
Computer software/expertise needed
Cost
Advance preparation

Spin-the-pen
+++
-
-
-
GPS
++
+++
++
++
Sample grid
+
+/- *
+/- *
+

*Depending on whether software is used vs a hand-drawn grid.

Grais et al. Emerging Themes in Epidemiology 2007 4:8   doi:10.1186/1742-7622-4-8