Comparison

WinCC Sm@rtClient vs Sennoslink

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

Sennoslink

This app transforms your smartphone into a fermentation control center, offering real-time monitoring of key metrics and advanced analytics for brewing. It helps maintain batch consistency, prevent quality issues, and optimize fermentation processes with data-driven insights.

Highlights
  • Real-time data monitoring (DO, pH, gravity, temp, etc.)
  • Device management and alerts
  • Unified dashboard for multiple fermentations
  • Automated benchmarking and predictive alerts
  • Data-driven yeast health tracking
  • Input lab samples on the go
Features
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Sennoslink: Fermentation Monitoring Transform your smartphone into a fermentation control center. The Sennoslink app provides essential monitoring and operational control for every SennosM3 customer, plus access to emerging SennosIQ intelligence capabilities for advanced fermentation analytics. This powerful mobile companion to your SennosM3 system delivers everything from basic connectivity to sophisticated fermentation intelligence, helping you maintain consistency and deliver better product, faster — whether you make beer, wine, cider, or spirits. Essential Monitoring & Control - Progress-first dashboard — every batch's fermentation progress, status, and probe health at a glance - Real-time data for DO, pH, gravity, pressure, temperature, and conductivity - Guided Start Fermentation workflow that captures complete batch records - Complete device management with Wi-Fi setup, battery monitoring, and ISM module inventory - Sennoslink Gateway visibility — network health, uptime, and connected devices - System and device alerts for connectivity and hardware issues - Monitor multiple fermentations across locations Advanced SennosIQ Intelligence - Automated benchmarking that learns from your fermentation history - Dynamic alerts that catch deviations before they impact quality - Brand-specific performance tracking and consistency analysis - Multi-channel notifications via app, email, and SMS - Daily process summaries to keep your team aligned Production Operations Made Simple - Browse all tanks with capacity, location, and connection status - Find any culture in seconds with real-time search — your in-house strains always first - Input lab samples on the go with smart validation - Track yeast health and make data-driven repitching decisions - Powerful search and filtering across your entire operation Complete Fermentation Intelligence Get both foundational Sennoslink capabilities and advanced SennosIQ features in one powerful app. Whether you need basic monitoring or sophisticated analytics, Sennoslink helps you: - Maintain batch consistency with automated benchmarking - Prevent quality issues with predictive alerting - Eliminate manual checking rounds and data errors - Optimize fermentation processes with data-driven insights Engineered with input from real brewers, winemakers, and fermentation teams — trusted by operations worldwide. Download Sennoslink and master your fermentation.

Screenshots

WinCC Sm@rtClient4 screens
Sennoslink4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Sennoslink at 5.0 against WinCC Sm@rtClient's 3.0. Sennoslink also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 6 months). WinCC Sm@rtClient's advantage is monetization model (free vs ad-supported) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.1). On price, ratings volume, 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

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

Sennoslink holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 4 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WinCC Sm@rtClient ships an update every 6 months, Sennoslink monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
WinCC Sm@rtClient versus Sennoslink: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWinCC Sm@rtClientSennoslink
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (6 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSiemens Industry Software Inc.Precision Fermentation, Inc.

Customer experience

WinCC Sm@rtClient

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

Sennoslink

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

WinCC Sm@rtClient

No in-app purchases

None

Sennoslink

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is WinCC Sm@rtClient free?
WinCC Sm@rtClient is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sennoslink free?
Sennoslink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, WinCC Sm@rtClient or Sennoslink?
Sennoslink is rated higher. WinCC Sm@rtClient averages 3.0 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Sennoslink averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do WinCC Sm@rtClient or Sennoslink have ads?
Neither WinCC Sm@rtClient nor Sennoslink shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WinCC Sm@rtClient or Sennoslink?
WinCC Sm@rtClient ships an update every 6 months, and Sennoslink monthly. Most recently, WinCC Sm@rtClient was updated on September 17, 2026 and Sennoslink on September 26, 2026.

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