Comparison

MultiGage Reader vs ZIG SIM

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

MultiGage Reader

This app connects to multiple wireless measurement devices simultaneously, displaying readings, max, min, and TIR for each. It offers continuous or single data recording, customizable calculators, and real-time cloud data streaming. Simulation mode is available for demonstration.

Highlights
  • Connect up to 14 wireless measurement devices
  • Real-time data display (Max, Min, TIR)
  • Continuous and single data recording
  • Customizable calculator for unit conversion
  • Real-time cloud data streaming
  • Data plotting and CSV export
  • Simulation mode
Features
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MultiGage Reader App is able to connect up to 14 units of Motionics Bluetooth measurement devices and receive readings from all of them at the same time. Each device will be assigned with an individual panel to display measurement reading, max, min, and TIR. User can disconnect a device or add more devices without interference in other devices and measurement undergoing. MultiGage Reader provides 2 options for data recording: continuous recording at up to 10 samples/sec or one by one capturing with button tapping. Recorded data can be plotted in a user interaction enabled graph (zoom, pan, screenshot) or exported in CSV file via e-mail, cloud drive, or flash drive for further assessment. To better visualize sensor readings, a probe meter is embeded for both individual device (activated by tapping the sensor reading) and a group of devices (activated through More button on iPad). Two different options of probe meters with different numbers of ticks are available for different resolution requirements. Additionally, users can freely set the range of the probe meter to further adjust display resolution. An analog needle rotates while sensor reading changes. Two limit handles indicate max and min values the device has reached. Customizable calculator feature automatically converts measurement readings to desired metrics based on any equation entered by the user. Calculator sensors can be added to main measurment page for data collection together with Bluetooth sensors. Cloud data streaming feature is added to push measurement readings to the cloud server in real time and allow other devices to access data from worldwide. Cloud sensors can be added to main measurement page for data collection together with Bluetooth sensors. For those who don't have our hardware devices, the simulation mode will demonstrate major functioinalities of this App. Features: - Multiple sensor connectivity (up to 14) - Adding/removing one sensor individually - Dial zero from app - Max, Min, TIR - Continuous/single data recording - Various continuous data recording rates - Individual data table - GO/NG judgment - Probe meter with adjustable display range and max/min bars - Recorded data plot with zoom, pan, screenshot options - Custom calculator to convert sensor readings - Calculator added as a sensor for data collection - Real-time cloud data streaming - Cloud device added as a sensor for data collection - CSV data exportation - Simulation mode for demonstration

About

ZIG SIM

This app allows physical prototyping by sending smartphone sensor data to other devices via UDP socket communication. It enables verification of wearable devices and IoT without electronic kits. Supports various sensors and communication protocols.

Highlights
  • Smartphone sensor data transmission
  • UDP socket communication
  • Wearable device verification
  • IoT prototyping
  • Supports OSC and JSON messaging
  • Adjustable communication rates (1-60 FPS)
Features
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ZIG SIM is an application for physical prototyping.   Stream mobile device sensor data to your computer in real time over a network, and connect to creative tools like Max/MSP, TouchDesigner, Processing, and   Unity via OSC protocol — enabling interactive experiences and rapid prototyping.   Supported Sensors & Features   Acceleration / Gravity / Gyro / Quaternion / Compass / Pressure / GPS / 2D Touch / Touch Radius / 3D Touch / Beacon / Proximity Monitor / Mic Level / Remote Control   ---   Need more sensors and advanced features? Upgrade to ZIG SIM PRO, which adds NDI output, ARKit, image detection, NFC, Apple Pencil support, and more.   ZIG SIM PRO: https://apps.apple.com/app/id1481556614

Screenshots

MultiGage Reader4 screens
ZIG SIM4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: ZIG SIM at every 9 days against MultiGage Reader's every 4 weeks. ZIG SIM also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ZIG SIM holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 8 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MultiGage Reader ships an update every 4 weeks, ZIG SIM every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
MultiGage Reader versus ZIG SIM: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMultiGage ReaderZIG SIM
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (9 ratings)5.0 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings9 — better8
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMotionics LLC1-10, INC.

Customer experience

MultiGage Reader

All ratings9 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral11.1%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

ZIG SIM

All ratings7 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

MultiGage Reader

No in-app purchases

None

ZIG SIM

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MultiGage Reader free?
MultiGage Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ZIG SIM free?
ZIG SIM is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MultiGage Reader or ZIG SIM?
ZIG SIM is rated higher. MultiGage Reader averages 4.8 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while ZIG SIM averages 5.0 from 8 ratings.
Do MultiGage Reader or ZIG SIM have ads?
Neither MultiGage Reader nor ZIG SIM shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MultiGage Reader or ZIG SIM?
MultiGage Reader ships an update every 4 weeks, and ZIG SIM every 9 days. Most recently, MultiGage Reader was updated on September 22, 2026 and ZIG SIM on September 10, 2026.

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