Comparison

irBoard Player vs IoT Connect Tools

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

Head to head
About

irBoard Player

Features
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Using irBoard Player, you can conveniently monitor the status and operation of FA equipment and IoT devices through an iPad or any other iOS device. The control device known as a PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) has communication protocols. irBoard Player communicates with PLCs via its protocol. Additionally, it has the capability to communicate effectively with IoT devices, specifically the ESP32 device at present. For creating project data, you need to use the paid version of irBoard or purchase an In-app-purcahse item of irBoard Lite. FEATURE: - You can conveniently monitor the status and operation of FA equipment and IoT devices. - Although the FA equipment has fixed touch panels installed, the irBoard Player on iOS devices offers superior portability. - It is possible to remotely check the status of a device in PLCs. - To ensure safety, manipulating connected PLC devices is only allowed on a single iOS device. - By switching projects, you can easily connect to multiple FA machines using just one iOS device. - irBoard Player supports the following PLCs via Ethernet connection: MITSUBISHI Electric, KEYENCE, OMRON, and YOKOGAWA Electric, and support Modbus/TCP. - It can also connect to an open-source PLC LadderDrive running on Raspberry Pi. (https://github.com/ito-soft-design/ladder_drive) - The irBoard Library for ESP32 library supports ESP32 devices.(https://github.com/ito-soft-design/irboard_esp32) - The irBoard.NET library supports Windows .NET applications.(https://github.com/ito-soft-design/irboard-dotnet) - Using the LadderDrive protocol, allows for communication with IoT devices such as ESP32 without any difficulty. ===================================== --- Notes --- With irBoard Player, you have the ability to turn devices on and off. If you require the interlocking of PLC-controlled devices, it is necessary to configure this on the PLC. To ensure safety, we suggest setting the status of such devices to read-only. You can monitor the health status to determine if the connection is stable. If the connection is lost, it’s important to take precautionary measures when operating your PLC. =====================================

About

IoT Connect Tools

Features
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IoT Connect is a mobile client that allows users to access and control ESP8266 IoT Modules seamlessly through Wi-Fi and LAN connections. With our specially designed firmware for ESP8266 IoT modules, you can effortlessly communicate with the mobile client and unlock the full potential of your IoT devices. Key Features: * Seamless Connectivity: Connect your ESP8266 IoT modules to the app effortlessly via Wi-Fi and LAN. Enjoy reliable and instant access to your IoT devices from anywhere. * Remote Control: Take full control of your ESP8266 module through the mobile client. Turn devices on or off, adjust settings, and monitor their status in real-time. * Information Extraction: Extract valuable information from your ESP8266 module using the firmware. Gain insights into device metrics, sensor data, and performance to make informed decisions. IoT Connect provides a user-friendly interface, ensuring intuitive navigation and easy device management. Whether you're an IoT enthusiast, a hobbyist, or a professional, our app empowers you to harness the potential of IoT technology and create a connected environment that suits your needs. Download IoT Connect now and unlock the power of seamless control and monitoring for your ESP8266 IoT Modules.

Screenshots

irBoard Player2 screens
IoT Connect Tools4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: IoT Connect Tools at Free against irBoard Player's $229.99. IoT Connect Tools also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

IoT Connect Tools is free to download; irBoard Player costs $229.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
irBoard Player versus IoT Connect Tools: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterirBoard PlayerIoT Connect Tools
Price$229.99Free β€” better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS16.012.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size40 MB10 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperITO SOFT DESIGN Inc.BroTecs Technologies, LLC.

In-app purchases

None

irBoard Player

No in-app purchases

None

IoT Connect Tools

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is irBoard Player free?
irBoard Player costs $229.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is IoT Connect Tools free?
IoT Connect Tools is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do irBoard Player or IoT Connect Tools have ads?
Neither irBoard Player nor IoT Connect Tools shows ads.

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