Ferret Tools vs InspectorIQ
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Ferret Tools
View and record live video from your inspection camera. This app allows you to capture photos and videos of hard-to-reach areas. Requires a separate Ferret inspection camera to function.
- Live video streaming
- Photo capture
- Video recording
- Inspection camera control
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A Ferret inspection camera is required to use this App – sold separately. Need help? Please visit ferrettools.com/support
InspectorIQ
Instantly identify HVAC and water heater equipment using your camera. This tool decodes serial numbers, offers AI-powered guidance for repairs, and suggests local professionals, saving you valuable time in the field.
- Camera-based serial number capture
- HVAC serial number decoding
- Water heater serial number decoding
- AI equipment and repair guidance
- Nearby professional recommendations
- Scan history saving
- Reduced manual lookup time
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InspectorIQ is a camera-based serial number decoder built for inspectors, contractors, technicians, and other field professionals who need faster equipment identification for HVAC and water heater systems. Instead of manually looking up serial numbers and manufacturer formats, users can capture equipment information with their camera and InspectorIQ helps interpret supported serial number data more efficiently while on site. InspectorIQ also includes an AI assistant that can help users explore equipment- and repair-related questions, surface general guidance, and suggest nearby professionals when local service may be needed. Whether you work in home inspections, HVAC service, property evaluations, or general fieldwork, InspectorIQ is designed to help reduce manual lookup time and simplify equipment identification in the field. Features include: - Capture equipment serial number information using your camera - Decode supported HVAC serial numbers more efficiently - Decode supported water heater serial numbers more efficiently - Reduce manual lookup time in the field - Save scan history to your account - Use the AI assistant for general equipment and repair-related guidance - View nearby professional recommendations when additional help is needed - InspectorIQ is designed for real-world field use when speed, convenience, and clearer equipment information matter. Account Required Users create an account so scan history and related app data can be saved to their profile. Free Trial and Subscription InspectorIQ includes a 7-day free trial for new users. After the trial, continued access requires InspectorIQ Pro, an auto-renewable monthly subscription priced at $14.99/month. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://homeowneriq.org/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: InspectorIQ at 80% against Ferret Tools's 27%. InspectorIQ also leads on rating (4.3 vs 3.1) and update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks). Ferret Tools's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. InspectorIQ sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month. Ferret Tools asks for nothing beyond the download.
InspectorIQ holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 23 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 27% of Ferret Tools's written reviews are positive against 80% of InspectorIQ's.
Ferret Tools ships an update every 6 weeks, InspectorIQ weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Ferret Tools | InspectorIQ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.1 (23 ratings) | 4.3 (6 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 26.9% of reviews | 80.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 23 — better | 6 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Subscription |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 31 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | The Cable Ferret Company Limited | InspectorIQ LLC |
Customer experience
Ferret Tools
InspectorIQ
In-app purchases
Ferret Tools
No in-app purchases
InspectorIQ
- InspectorIQ Pro7 Days trial$9.991 Month
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