Comparison

WinCC Sm@rtClient vs BrewOps

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

Head to head
About

WinCC Sm@rtClient

This app enables remote operation and observation of industrial HMI systems over Industrial Ethernet or WLAN. It allows a smartphone or tablet to act as a client, mirroring and controlling the display of a server-configured HMI panel. Enjoy full operational control or a view-only mode for seamless industrial system management.

Highlights
  • Remote operation of HMI systems
  • View-only mode
  • Coordinated operation with single user control
  • Automatic HMI panel detection
  • Mirroring of device layout and hardware buttons
  • Industrial Ethernet/WLAN connectivity
Features
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The SIMATIC WinCC Sm@rtClient App, in combination with the SIMATIC WinCC Sm@rtServer, allows remote mobile operation and observation of SIMATIC HMI-systems over Industrial Ethernet/WLAN (wireless). The app is available for SIMATIC HMI Comfort Panels and SIMATIC WinCC Runtime Ad-vanced. The scope of the Sm@rtClient concept allows an operation station to make its display available to the app. The station takes on the role of a Sm@rtServer, while the Smartphone/Tablet takes on the role of the Sm@rtClient. Sm@rtServer functionality can easily be activated with a single mouse click in the device’s configuration settings. The screen can be displayed on the Sm@rtClient by means of a Sm@rtClient display in "View only" mode, but a full-fledged, coordinated operation can be set up as well. "Coordinated operation" implies that at any one time only one user has the right of operation, i.e. either the operator station with Sm@rtServer function or the Sm@rtClient app. Additionally the app supports easy connection configuration by automatic HMI panel detection. Not only does the Sm@rtClient app show a selected display, but it additionally shows the complete layout of the station device, including any functional hardware buttons on the device. As such, device operation may be performed as if the user was directly in front of the device, only that the buttons aren’t actually pressed, but rather are activated with a press on the display of a Smartphone or tablet. SIMATIC WinCC Sm@rtServer: http://www.industry.siemens.com/topics/global/en/tia-portal/hmi-sw-tia-portal/wincc-tia-portal-options/simatic-wincc-smartserver/Pages/Default.aspx

About

BrewOps

This platform helps craft breweries monitor their equipment with sensors. It provides real-time data to improve brewing processes and minimize downtime. Access performance insights directly from your mobile device.

Highlights
  • Sensor-based equipment monitoring
  • Minimize equipment downtime
  • Real-time performance data
  • Actionable insights for brew process improvement
  • User-friendly mobile interface
Features
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Introducing BrewOps, the ultimate sensor-based platform designed specifically for craft breweries. With our rugged and easy-to-install system, you can take your brewery's performance to the next level while minimizing unexpected equipment downtime. Experience data in the palm of your hand through our user-friendly app, providing transparency while driving actionable results to continuously improve your brew process.

Screenshots

WinCC Sm@rtClient4 screens
BrewOps3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: BrewOps at 5.0 against WinCC Sm@rtClient's 3.0. BrewOps also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 months). WinCC Sm@rtClient's advantage is ratings volume (6 vs 1) and iOS requirement (11.0 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BrewOps holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WinCC Sm@rtClient has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WinCC Sm@rtClient ships an update every 6 months, BrewOps every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
WinCC Sm@rtClient versus BrewOps: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWinCC Sm@rtClientBrewOps
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (6 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB107 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSiemens Industry Software Inc.Preddio Technologies Inc.

Customer experience

WinCC Sm@rtClient

All ratings6 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

BrewOps

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

WinCC Sm@rtClient

No in-app purchases

None

BrewOps

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is WinCC Sm@rtClient free?
WinCC Sm@rtClient is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BrewOps free?
BrewOps is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, WinCC Sm@rtClient or BrewOps?
BrewOps is rated higher. WinCC Sm@rtClient averages 3.0 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while BrewOps averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do WinCC Sm@rtClient or BrewOps have ads?
Neither WinCC Sm@rtClient nor BrewOps shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WinCC Sm@rtClient or BrewOps?
WinCC Sm@rtClient ships an update every 6 months, and BrewOps every 2 weeks. Most recently, WinCC Sm@rtClient was updated on September 17, 2026 and BrewOps on September 19, 2026.

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