Comparison

Ariel Torque Guide vs MP8000

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

Head to head
About

Ariel Torque Guide

This app provides quick access to fastener torques and clearances for Ariel compressors, serving as an electronic companion to engineering reference documents. It allows users to find specific values based on compressor model, fastener location, and part numbers, even without an internet connection.

Highlights
  • Determine fastener torques and clearances
  • Access data offline
  • Filter by compressor model, location, and type
  • Find clearance values by part number
  • Access customer support information
  • Link to technical documentation
Features
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Acting as an electronic companion to Ariel’s Engineering Reference Torque documents, the Ariel Torque Guide allows you to quickly and conveniently determine the proper fastener torques and clearances for your Ariel compressor. Torque and clearance values within the app can be accessed without cellular service or Wi-Fi, giving you access to comprehensive Ariel information and support anytime, anywhere. The Ariel Torque Guide allows you to: • Find torque values and clearance values based on your compressor model, fastener location, and fastener type for the compressor you are working on • Find clearance values for piston rings, rider rings, and wearband based on part numbers • Access torque values while working in remote locations • Easily access Ariel Customer Support information • Conveniently link to technical support documentation on the Ariel website • Automatically update when connected to Wi-Fi or cellular data

About

MP8000

Monitor and control an overload relay remotely via Bluetooth. Configure settings, view real-time data, and troubleshoot faults from up to 30 feet away, enhancing safety by keeping users away from control panels.

Highlights
  • Remote Bluetooth monitoring and control
  • Real-time data visualization
  • Fault code troubleshooting
  • Enhanced safety with 30-foot range
  • Easy pairing for multiple relays
  • Reduced setup time
Features
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Monitor and control the MP8000 Bluetooth® Overload Relay on your Apple® device. Use the MP8000 app to configure the relay, view real-time data, and troubleshoot fault codes via a Bluetooth interface in the relay. No need to open the control panel. Keeping the panel door closed, keeps workers safer from the dangers of arc flash. The app has a range of 30 feet so workers can stay far away from the panel and can even stay in their vehicle in remote applications. * Easily pair multiple MP8000 Relays to your Apple® device * Stand next to the motor or pump – not the relay – to monitor equipment startup on new installations * Improve safety: monitor your motor or pump from 30 feet away * Reduce set up time with less wiring PAIRING Pairing is safe and secure. Pair with Apple® iPhone® or iPad® (version 7.0 and higher) smartphone or tablet. A unique pairing code is printed on the side label found on the MP8000 relay. MP8000 RELAY The MP8000 enhanced overload relay protects any motor drawing 0.5-1,000 full load Amps (external CTs are required above 100 Amps). It is designed for single or 3-phase systems with operating voltages of 90-690 VAC (use of external potential transformers can extend upper voltage range above 690 VAC). Common applications include conveyor systems, HVAC equipment, saws and grinders, fan motors, and almost any pumping application. PROTECTION FROM * Overload (Overpower) * Underload (Underpower) * Overcurrent/Jam * Undercurrent * Current Unbalance * Phase Loss * Phase Reversal * Overvoltage * Undervoltage * Voltage Unbalance * Rapid Cycling/Jog * Contactor Failure * Zero-Sequence Ground Fault * PTC Motor Overtemperature WHAT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING “This is a HUGE opportunity. During a new installation, I can be right next to the motor at start up to see if it’s binding (or other problems) and shut it off immediately”

Screenshots

Ariel Torque Guide4 screens
MP80004 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Ariel Torque Guide at 100% against MP8000's 50%. Ariel Torque Guide also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.0) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 8 months). MP8000's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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

Ariel Torque Guide holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 4 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Ariel Torque Guide's written reviews are positive against 50% of MP8000's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ariel Torque Guide ships an update every 2 months, MP8000 every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Ariel Torque Guide versus MP8000: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAriel Torque GuideMP8000
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (8 ratings) — better3.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings8 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 8 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.112.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAriel CorporationLittelfuse, Inc.

Customer experience

Ariel Torque Guide

All ratings8 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

MP8000

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

Ariel Torque Guide

No in-app purchases

None

MP8000

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ariel Torque Guide free?
Ariel Torque Guide is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MP8000 free?
MP8000 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Ariel Torque Guide or MP8000?
Ariel Torque Guide is rated higher. Ariel Torque Guide averages 4.8 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while MP8000 averages 3.0 from 4 ratings.
Do Ariel Torque Guide or MP8000 have ads?
Neither Ariel Torque Guide nor MP8000 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ariel Torque Guide or MP8000?
Ariel Torque Guide ships an update every 2 months, and MP8000 every 8 months. Most recently, Ariel Torque Guide was updated on October 1, 2026 and MP8000 on September 28, 2026.

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