Comparison

SKF Machine train alignment vs Megger Link

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

Head to head
About

SKF Machine train alignment

Features
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The Machine train shaft alignment app is designed to be used with the SKF Shaft Alignment Tool TKSA 71. Together, the TKSA 71 and the app form an alignment system that allows the alignment of machine trains with multiple connected machines in an intuitive and easy way. The system uses line laser to PSD technology that enables highly accurate and reliable shaft alignments. The TKSA 71 and this app communicate wirelessly via Bluetooth®. Without the hardware the app can nonetheless be used, as it features a fully functional demonstration allowing the complete alignment process of a machine train to be experienced before purchasing the TKSA 71. KEY FEATURES: • Very easy-to-use – The Machine train shaft alignment app focuses on making the alignment tasks of several couplings as easy as possible and enabling accurate machine train shaft alignments.  • Quick Three Point Alignment Measurements - Follow the guidance of the app and perform a full 9-12-3 measurement or perform a limited rotation measurement with as little as 40 degrees of total rotation. • Selectable stationary feet – The alignment process records the complete alignment situation and allows the operator to select two pairs of stationary feet. The app then calculates the required machine movement for all feet while keeping the stationary feet pairs at the same location. The operator can easily find the best alignment strategy by selecting different pairs of stationary feet and checking the required movement for the alignment correction. • The machine train app is designed for machine trains of three machines, covering common machine trains like motor – gearbox – application combinations. • Demonstration mode – The Machine train shaft alignment app offers a fully functional demonstration mode allowing the complete alignment process to be experienced before purchasing the TKSA 71. • Automatic alignment report – Automatically generated alignment reports give a complete overview of the alignment process and results. The reports can be customized with additional notes, a machine picture and a signature. The report can easily be shared via email or cloud services. • Easy to follow explanatory videos – Short explanatory videos are available in the help section of the app and show in easy steps how to set up and perform accurate alignment measurements. • 3D Animations – 3D animations intuitively guide the user through the alignment process, allowing accurate shaft alignment to be performed in a very easy way. • Machine library and QR code scanner – Helps keeping track of the machines that have been measured. Machine information like distances, the machine picture, and other details are saved for each machine and can be reused the next time the same machine is measured. QR codes can be scanned to identify a machine and quickly retrieve its details. The library can also be used for easy access to all the reports generated for each machine in one place. HARDWARE – SKF Shaft Alignment Tool TKSA 71:
 The SKF TKSA 71 system uses a pair of measurement units that are combined with laser transmitter and detectors to measure and correct shaft alignment with high accuracy and reliability. The data is transferred in real time through Bluetooth® 4.0 LE to the app.
 IMPORTANT NOTE: This app is designed to be used with the SKF Shaft Alignment Tool TKSA 71 hardware. The SKF TKSA 71 can be purchased separately from your local SKF Authorized Distributor. For more information and technical specifications about the SKF Shaft Alignment Tool, please visit our website.

About

Megger Link

View instrument readings digitally and graphically on your smartphone or tablet. Start data logging or download saved files directly from the instrument. Export data in CSV format for easy off-site analysis and reporting.

Highlights
  • Remote live reading display
  • Graphical trend viewing
  • Data file download
  • CSV data export
  • Initiate data logging
Features
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Megger Link is designed to allow the user to remotely view a linked instruments displayed values in a digital and graphical format, start a data logging process or download saved files. Screenshots and data files can then be sent via e-mail or messenger for analysis and reporting purposes. Features: . Show live reading remotely on your smart phone or tablet. . View trends in the reading via the live graph. . Download data files stored on the instrument. . Export the data in a .CSV format file, that can be read by Microsoft Excel or other programs, for easy off-site analysis of the data. . Initiate data logging of the measured values - saved direct in the App.

Screenshots

SKF Machine train alignment4 screens
Megger Link4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: SKF Machine train alignment at every 3 months against Megger Link's every 15 months. Megger Link's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

SKF Machine train alignment ships an update every 3 months, Megger Link every 15 months. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and June 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
SKF Machine train alignment versus Megger Link: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSKF Machine train alignmentMegger Link
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews—20.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 15 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size69 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSKFMegger LTD

In-app purchases

None

SKF Machine train alignment

No in-app purchases

None

Megger Link

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SKF Machine train alignment free?
SKF Machine train alignment is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Megger Link free?
Megger Link is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SKF Machine train alignment or Megger Link have ads?
Neither SKF Machine train alignment nor Megger Link shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SKF Machine train alignment or Megger Link?
SKF Machine train alignment ships an update every 3 months, and Megger Link every 15 months. Most recently, SKF Machine train alignment was updated on September 17, 2026 and Megger Link on June 10, 2026.

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