Comparison

Socket Mobile Companion vs BIXOLON Network Utility

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

Head to head
About

Socket Mobile Companion

Enhance your Socket Mobile reader's performance with optimized modes for high-speed scanning or broad app compatibility. Access troubleshooting guides and learn about extended protection plans to keep your device operational.

Highlights
  • Optimized scanning modes
  • High performance scanning
  • Basic keyboard compatibility
  • Troubleshooting support
  • SocketCare protection plans
Features
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Get the most out of your Socket Mobile reader PERFORMANCE --- Companion helps put your reader in the right mode. For apps that support high performance scanning, app mode is faster, more accurate, and easier to use. For all other apps, basic keyboard is compatible with most apps. SUPPORT --- Contact support to troubleshoot an issue or view solutions to common problems to resolve it yourself PROTECTION --- SocketCare protects more than just your reader, it protects your productivity. If your reader is damaged or broken, faster turnaround times mean you are back in business sooner. === As one of the earliest, certified iOS accessory manufacturers, we take pride in the products we make. We strive to offer the best in class customer service for the data capture industry. Visit https://www.socketmobile.com for more information about our products and SDK. Privacy Policy: https://www.socketmobile.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

BIXOLON Network Utility

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This utility allows you to change the network settings of Bixolon printers that are connected via Wi-Fi or Ethernet. Quickly modify DHCP settings, IP address, port, and inactivity time. Easily manage your bixolon printer's network configuration with a user-friendly interface.

Screenshots

Socket Mobile Companion2 screens
BIXOLON Network Utility4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BIXOLON Network Utility at none against Socket Mobile Companion's 1. BIXOLON Network Utility also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.6). Socket Mobile Companion's advantage is device support. On price 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. Socket Mobile Companion sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $5.99 per month. BIXOLON Network Utility asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Socket Mobile Companion versus BIXOLON Network Utility: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSocket Mobile CompanionBIXOLON Network Utility
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (96 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings96 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 months—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — better—
Requires iOS15.613.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size59 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSocket Mobile LimitedBIXOLON CO.,LTD.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Socket Mobile Companion

Subscriptions1
  • SocketCam C860$5.991 Month
None

BIXOLON Network Utility

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Socket Mobile Companion free?
Socket Mobile Companion is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BIXOLON Network Utility free?
BIXOLON Network Utility is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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