Comparison

KMC Connect Lite vs DriveWizard

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

Head to head
About

KMC Connect Lite

Configure KMC Conquest controllers quickly and efficiently using NFC technology. This app allows you to read, modify, and write data to controllers directly from your mobile device, even before they are powered on. Store project data offline and create custom templates for streamlined deployment.

Highlights
  • NFC configuration of KMC Conquest controllers
  • Read, modify, and write controller data
  • Offline data storage and retrieval
  • Create application deployment templates
  • View device history
  • Use with BLE to NFC fob for unsupported devices
Features
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KMC Connect Lite saves time and money by providing fast in the office or in the field configuration of unopened and un-powered KMC Conquest controllers using NFC (Near Field Communication) technology. Currently, Apple’s NFC is not supported by KMC Connect Lite. Although NFC device communication capability is required for programming devices, a BLE to NFC fob from KMC Controls can be used with supported Apple devices. With KMC Connect Lite, you can: • Read, modify, and write data directly from and to an un-powered KMC Conquest controller still in the box it was shipped in. • View previously read device information/history. • Read/write history stored on the mobile device. • Store critical application data on a mobile device for offline retrieval at a project site. • Create templates for specific application deployment. Notes: • A license is required to run this app. Please contact your KMC Controls dealer for more information. • If your device does not have NFC or is not supported, you may use a Bluetooth to NFC fob. Contact KMC Controls customer service for more details.

About

DriveWizard

Access detailed product information, technical data, and troubleshooting guides by scanning QR codes on drives. Remotely edit parameters, operate, and monitor drive conditions in real-time via Bluetooth. Back up inverter parameters to the cloud for anytime, anywhere access.

Highlights
  • QR code scanning for product data
  • Real-time drive monitoring
  • Parameter editing via Bluetooth
  • Cloud backup of drive parameters
  • Access to technical data and catalogs
  • Troubleshooting assistance
Features
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● Scan the QR code on the drive‘s faceplate or nameplate and get easy access to full product information, technical data, catalogs, and troubleshooting. ● Edit parameters, operate the drive and monitor the drive condition in real-time by connecting the drive via Bluetooth.(See notes 1 ) ● Backup your inverter parameters in the YASKAWA Drive Cloud to have them ready when you need them, anywhere and anytime. Notes: 1: To establish a Bluetooth connection, the optional “Bluetooth LCD Keypad” is required. ● Supported drive: GA700、GA500、CR700、CH700、FSDrive-LIPV、FSDrive-LIPA_LIPC、GA800、GA501、HV600、HV600 Bypass、HV305、FP605、FP605 Bypass、FP60B、LA700、ES700、iQpump605 *The inverters that can be connected vary depending on the area where you are using. ”Bluetooth” is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG. Maximum communication distance of the Bluetooth connection is about 10 m. Communication distance may be shorter depending on the used smartphone and other conditions.

Screenshots

KMC Connect Lite4 screens
DriveWizard3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: KMC Connect Lite at 100% against DriveWizard's 15%. KMC Connect Lite also leads on rating (4.9 vs 2.2) and iOS requirement (10 vs 15.0). DriveWizard's advantage is update cadence (every 5 months vs every 19 months) and ratings volume (23 vs 7). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

KMC Connect Lite holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 23 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of KMC Connect Lite's written reviews are positive against 15% of DriveWizard's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

KMC Connect Lite ships an update every 19 months, DriveWizard every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
KMC Connect Lite versus DriveWizard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKMC Connect LiteDriveWizard
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (7 ratings) — better2.2 (23 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better15.4% of reviews
Number of ratings723 — better
Update frequencyEvery 19 monthsEvery 5 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB167 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKreuter Manufacturing Co., Inc.YASKAWA ELECTRIC CORPORATION

Customer experience

KMC Connect Lite

All ratings7 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

DriveWizard

All ratings23 ratings
Positive26.1%
Neutral4.3%
Negative69.6%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive15.4%
Neutral7.7%
Negative76.9%

In-app purchases

None

KMC Connect Lite

No in-app purchases

None

DriveWizard

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KMC Connect Lite free?
KMC Connect Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DriveWizard free?
DriveWizard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, KMC Connect Lite or DriveWizard?
KMC Connect Lite is rated higher. KMC Connect Lite averages 4.9 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while DriveWizard averages 2.2 from 23 ratings.
Do KMC Connect Lite or DriveWizard have ads?
Neither KMC Connect Lite nor DriveWizard shows ads.
Which is updated more often, KMC Connect Lite or DriveWizard?
KMC Connect Lite ships an update every 19 months, and DriveWizard every 5 months. Most recently, KMC Connect Lite was updated on October 2, 2026 and DriveWizard on October 12, 2026.

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