PennDOT vs e
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PennDOT
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The PennDOT "MHL" (Mileage & Hours Log) App allows Inspectors to create their weekly timesheet reports in the field directly from their iPad. The app dynamically guides the user through the timesheet process, allowing users to mimic the D-38 Consultant Hours and Mileage form. *** PLEASE READ BEFORE REVIEWING *** To review please tap on the "TRAINING MODE" in the bottom of the login screen above 'App Info'. Once you log in, tap on the Find Tickets button to go to search screen to fetch a demo ticket.
e
This construction management app enables real-time communication between field and office teams. It simplifies complex processes, improves on-site accountability, and streamlines project documentation. Manage workflows like inspections and RFIs directly from your mobile device.
- Real-time field-to-office communication
- Workflow initiation and management
- On-site accountability and productivity
- Project documentation organization
- Instant issue routing
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Get the power of e-Builder on your iPhone and iPad. Instantly communicate in real-time from the field to the office, improve on-site accountability and productivity. e-Builder makes managing complicated processes and project documentation simple. With a few taps initiate and manage workflows such as Inspections, RFIs, Field Orders, and so much more from anywhere. Save Time e-Builder makes managing complicated processes easy and cuts time spent on paperwork Instant Communication Communicate faster by routing issues immediately Access Anywhere Delivering real-time project information with one tap to all e-Builder platforms Document Management Keep project drawings, documents, and progress photos organized and up to date Note: You must have an e-Builder user account to login to the App. For help contact the e-Builder Team at (800) 580-9322 or email us at support@e-builder.net
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: e at every 3 months against PennDOT's every 11 months. e also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.2 vs 18.0). On price, 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.
PennDOT ships an update every 11 months, e every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PennDOT | e |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 3.2 (26 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 7.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 26 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | Every 3 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 14.2 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 42 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Executive Office of The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania | e-Builder, Inc. |
In-app purchases
PennDOT
No in-app purchases
e
No in-app purchases
