hbTec vs Xentral Picking
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
hbTec
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Mit der hbTec APP greifen Sie einfach, schnell und elegant auf die Bedienoberfläche Ihrer hbTec-Gebäudesteuerung zu. Folgende Einrichtungen können lokal und über das Internet bedient und überwacht werden: - Beleuchtung - Beschattung - Klima - Multimedia-Anlagen - Video-Gegensprechanlagen - Einbruchmeldeanlage - Brandmeldeanlage - Videoüberwachungsanlage - Zutrittssystem - Photovoltaikanlage - Energiezähler - Weitere Fremdsysteme Haben Sie Fragen, Probleme oder Anregungen? Dann senden Sie uns einfach eine E-Mail an info@hbtec.ch. Wir freuen uns, von Ihnen zu hören! Ihr hbTec-Team
Xentral Picking
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The Mobile Picking App from Xentral is a comprehensive solution for optimizing and accelerating picking processes in modern warehouses. Specifically developed for warehouse employees and logistics managers, it increases efficiency and ensures greater precision and security in order fulfillment. Main functions Barcode and QR code scanning: The app enables fast and precise capture of articles, shelves and picking bins using barcode and QR code scanning. Support for various picking methods: The app is optimized for single and multi-order pick runs, enabling efficient assembly of individual orders or multiple orders in one pass. In addition, various pick modes such as single-item are supported, and further pick modes such as sorted pick-pack are continuously being added. Secure and precise item assignment: Scan items and precisely assign them to picking bins. The integrated in-hand mode offers an additional security check by reconfirming the removed quantity before distribution. This ensures a reliable and error-free picking process. Offline functionality: After assigning the picking bins, the app can perform the entire picking process offline. An Internet connection is only required at the start and end of the picking run to synchronize the data with the server. Intuitive user guidance: The app offers an intuitive and user-friendly interface specially designed for mobile devices. Warehouse employees are guided efficiently and quickly through the picking process, enabling rapid training and optimal use. The clear navigation structure ensures that all important functions are easily accessible.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Xentral Picking at monthly against hbTec's every 4 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.
hbTec ships an update every 4 months, Xentral Picking monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | hbTec | Xentral Picking |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.4 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 40 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | hbTec AG | Xentral ERP Software GmbH |
In-app purchases
hbTec
No in-app purchases
Xentral Picking
No in-app purchases





