Comparison

SMART Inspector vs Inspect7

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

Head to head
About

SMART Inspector

This app simplifies scaffolding inspections, digitizing records and eliminating paper forms. It allows for on-site signature capture, defect photo documentation, and automatic cloud uploads for easy access and sharing.

Highlights
  • Automated cloud uploads
  • Offline functionality
  • On-site signature capture
  • Unsafe scaffold reporting
  • Photo documentation of defects
  • Paperless reporting
Features
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The Work at Height Regulations 2005 requires records of weekly scaffold inspections by a qualified person. The records are a legal requirement on the scaffold user/ hirer. Streamlining the process of inspecting and decommissioning scaffolding structures with a new inspection smartphone app based upon the latest cloud technology makes recording inspections and sharing reports simple. SMART Scaffolder’s inspection app: * Automatically uploads a record of each inspection to the cloud * Works both online and offline * Captures customer signatures on site using the device * Allows you to raise unsafe scaffold reports * Is simple to use on site, even capture photos of any defects * Plan inspections in advance * No need for paper forms Save on paperwork The time and effort it takes to scan, file and send out reports can be dramatically slashed as there’s no need for paper forms. No more lost reports as everything is automatically saved in the cloud on secure servers. Retrieving reports couldn’t be simpler with our user friendly desktop web console should you need an old record. Instant inspection reports Not only can you set up the system so that each inspection is automatically emailed to your client, you also have instant access to the information. You can see which inspections are due, which inspections passed and which failed.

About

Inspect7

Streamline scaffold inspections with this innovative mobile app. Replace manual processes with digital checklists, NFC scanning, and cloud integration for efficient and simple site assessments.

Highlights
  • Digital inspection checklists
  • NFC scanning for scaffold labels
  • Cloud-based data integration
  • Comment boxes for detailed notes
  • Simple and efficient process
Features
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Users of Inspect7® can finally say goodbye to pen and paper and carry out their scaffold inspections using our bespoke inspection app. The scaffold inspection app has been designed with innovation in mind, to create a simple and efficient inspection process. The app implements the latest technology, such as NFC (Near Field Communication) and cloud-based integration, to create an effortless solution to the current and outdated method of carrying out inspections. When scanning an Inspect7® label for its weekly inspection, the app provides the user with a simple inspection checklist, including drop-downs and comment boxes that can be filled out easily. By using an iPhone or iPad, with NFC and the Inspect7® app, inspectors can carry out efficient inspections of the scaffold.

Screenshots

SMART Inspector4 screens
Inspect74 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Inspect7 at 100% against SMART Inspector's 14%. Inspect7 also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). SMART Inspector's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). 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

SMART Inspector ships an update every 2 months, Inspect7 every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 4, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
SMART Inspector versus Inspect7: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSMART InspectorInspect7
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews14.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB28 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperComputer and Design Services LimitedSafeTime Ltd

Customer experience

SMART Inspector

Written reviews7 reviews
Positive14.3%
Neutral14.3%
Negative71.4%

Inspect7

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

SMART Inspector

No in-app purchases

None

Inspect7

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SMART Inspector free?
SMART Inspector is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Inspect7 free?
Inspect7 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SMART Inspector or Inspect7 have ads?
Neither SMART Inspector nor Inspect7 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SMART Inspector or Inspect7?
SMART Inspector ships an update every 2 months, and Inspect7 every 2 weeks. Most recently, SMART Inspector was updated on June 4, 2026 and Inspect7 on September 16, 2026.

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