SMART Inspector vs ScaffPal
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Automated cloud uploads
- Offline functionality
- On-site signature capture
- Unsafe scaffold reporting
- Photo documentation of defects
- Paperless reporting
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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.
ScaffPal
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ScaffPal is the all-in-one app built for scaffolders and anyone who runs a scaffolding firm. It puts the tools, updates and industry insights you need right in your pocket, so you can spend less time chasing information and more time getting the job done. Key features Industry events and updates Stay informed about upcoming events across the scaffolding sector, including major dates like ScaffEx26. No more missed opportunities or last-minute scrambling. NASC news and insights Get the latest news, views, and updates direct from the National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (nasc.org.uk), alongside wider industry insights that matter to scaffolders and company owners alike. Member-only features for NASC members If you’re an NASC member, ScaffPal lets you: • Register for member-only events • Record attendance at regional meetings and AGM • Keep a clear record of your involvement Built for the trade ScaffPal is designed specifically for the scaffolding industry, with a clean, straightforward layout that works just as well on site as it does in the office. Whether you’re on the tools or running the business, ScaffPal helps you stay connected, compliant, and informed. Download ScaffPal and keep your scaffolding world in one place.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: SMART Inspector at 13.0 against ScaffPal's 17.6. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
SMART Inspector ships an update every 2 months, ScaffPal every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on June 4, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SMART Inspector | ScaffPal |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 14.3% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 30 MB | 53 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Computer and Design Services Limited | NATIONAL ACCESS & SCAFFOLDING CONFEDERATION LTD |
In-app purchases
SMART Inspector
No in-app purchases
ScaffPal
No in-app purchases









