Comparison

SmarTech vs JB GO

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

Head to head
About

SmarTech

This app connects to a digital manifold to display accurate pressure and temperature readings. It offers real-time Superheat and Subcooling calculations, supports over 109 refrigerants, and features a "Smart Charge Zone" for optimal system charging. Users can also generate and export system performance reports.

Highlights
  • Real-time pressure and temperature readings
  • Superheat and Subcooling calculations
  • 109+ refrigerant types supported
  • Smart Charge Zone indicator
  • System performance reporting
  • PDF/CSV report export
Features
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The Uniweld SmarTech™ Digital Manifold App communicates with your SmarTech™ Digital Manifold to clearly display professionally accurate pressure and temperature readings in the palm of your hand. Monitor target and actual Superheat and Subcooling calculations in real-time, as pressure and temperature readings fluctuate. Choose from over 109 different refrigerant types and create a custom list of your most commonly used refrigerants. SMART CHARGE ZONE: All the guess work is taken out of properly charging the system with the color coded Smart Charge Zone feature. The difference between the target and actual Superheat or Subcooling is shown with color indicators that signal whether the system is overcharged (RED), undercharged (BLUE), or has an accurate "In The Zone" system charge (GREEN). REPORTING: Take your business to the next level with system performance reporting. Enter company details along with customer and equipment information and with one touch, produce a SmarTech™ Verified System Performance Report that is ready for export as a PDF or CSV file. Reports can easily be emailed for saving, tracking, or printing. Uniweld Products, Inc... "Quality Tools That Go To Work With You®". This app also works as a free, stand-alone P/T Calculator!

About

JB GO

This app provides real-time data insights and documentation tools for HVACR professionals. It streamlines workflows, enhances efficiency, and improves customer communication through a user-friendly interface and wireless technology.

Highlights
  • Real-time data insights
  • Hassle-free documentation
  • Enhanced productivity
  • Intuitive interface
  • Wireless technology integration
Features
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Experience a seamless and intuitive interface that optimizes your HVACR workflow and streamlines your tasks. By leveraging the power of wireless technology, the app gives you access to real-time data to make informed decisions and provide top-notch customer service. Key Features of JB GO V2: 1. Real-Time Data Insights – Access live dynamic measurements and critical system information to quickly and accurately diagnose HVACR systems. 2. Hassle-Free Documentation – Effortlessly document readings and generate comprehensive trending reports to share with customers, and enhance transparency, communication and trust. 3. Enhanced Productivity – Create a synchronized network that simplifies complex tasks and boosts overall efficiency and accuracy. 4. Intuitive Interface – User-friendly design ensures easy navigation and quick access to essential tools and features. 5. Future-Ready – JB remains committed to innovation and will continue to introduce cutting-edge wireless tools, ensuring HVACR professionals have access to the latest advancements in the industry. Elevate your efficiency, productivity, and customer service by downloading the app today. With JB GO V2 you’re equipped to deliver excellence, every step of the way.

Screenshots

SmarTech3 screens
JB GO4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SmarTech at 25% against JB GO's 0%. JB GO's advantage is update cadence (every 6 months vs every 12 months). 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SmarTech ships an update every 12 months, JB GO every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SmarTech versus JB GO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmarTechJB GO
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (9 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings9 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsEvery 6 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB143 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUniweld Products, Inc.measureQuick

Customer experience

SmarTech

All ratings9 ratings
Positive55.6%
Neutral11.1%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative50.0%

JB GO

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

SmarTech

No in-app purchases

None

JB GO

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SmarTech free?
SmarTech is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is JB GO free?
JB GO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SmarTech or JB GO have ads?
Neither SmarTech nor JB GO shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SmarTech or JB GO?
SmarTech ships an update every 12 months, and JB GO every 6 months. Most recently, SmarTech was updated on November 6, 2026 and JB GO on November 3, 2026.

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