Comparison

RIDGID Link vs DeWalt ACMS

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

Head to head
About

RIDGID Link

This mobile platform connects with compatible tools to provide real-time data and insights. Even without connected tools, users can access manuals, instructional videos, and service center locations for all products.

Highlights
  • Connects with Bluetooth-enabled tools
  • Real-time data and insights
  • Access tool manuals
  • Watch instructional videos
  • Locate service centers
Features
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Introducing the new RIDGID® Link, the mobile platform that connects with RIDGID® tools equipped with Bluetooth® technology. The connected tool lineup keeps growing, giving you access to real-time data and insights right from your phone or tablet. Don’t have a smart tool yet? No problem—you can still use the app to access manuals, instructional videos, and locate the nearest service centers for all RIDGID® products. Sign up today to start working faster—and smarter.

About

DeWalt ACMS

Features
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Use your device to monitor the number of hours your air compressor is running and receive maintenance data on your phone. SEAMLESSLY INTEGRATED WITH DEWALT AIR COMPRESSORS -Information for select models is pre-loaded into the app and automatically populates data such as oil change intervals, air filter replacement intervals, belt information, and more. -Simply choose your specific DEWALT air compressor model number within the app, and pair the app with the monitoring device mounted on your air compressor, to begin recording run time. DAILY MAINTENANCE REMINDERS -You choose the time of day to receive the maintenance reminders to check the compressor. VIEW KEY DATA FOR YOUR COMPRESSOR -User-friendly dashboard displays the status of your compressor. -Hours remaining until an oil change is needed -Hours remaining until the air intake filter should be replaced -Drive belt hours remaining until the belt tension should be checked -A maintenance log screen is included to note when the maintenance was completed. -For example, enter your own notation and the date the oil change was completed -Graph data is available to monitor how often the compressor is running. -This is key if the air compressor is running during a time of day you do not expect it to be FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS -Common FAQ’s are available for additional information and trouble shooting. ORDER PARTS AS NEEDED -Access the shopping cart via DEWALT Service Net directly from the app when oil, filters, belts and other parts may be needed to maintain your compressor. SERVICE CENTER LOCATOR -Simply enter your location and the nearest service centers will be shown. Protect your compressor investment and enjoy years of trouble-free operation.

Screenshots

RIDGID Link4 screens
DeWalt ACMS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: RIDGID Link at every 3 weeks against DeWalt ACMS's every 38 months. DeWalt ACMS's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.6). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RIDGID Link ships an update every 3 weeks, DeWalt ACMS every 38 months. Both last shipped on September 13, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
RIDGID Link versus DeWalt ACMS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRIDGID LinkDeWalt ACMS
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (292 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews52.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings292 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 38 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.611.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB73 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRIDGID Software SolutionsMAT INDUSTRIES, LLC

In-app purchases

None

RIDGID Link

No in-app purchases

None

DeWalt ACMS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RIDGID Link free?
RIDGID Link is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DeWalt ACMS free?
DeWalt ACMS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do RIDGID Link or DeWalt ACMS have ads?
Neither RIDGID Link nor DeWalt ACMS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RIDGID Link or DeWalt ACMS?
RIDGID Link ships an update every 3 weeks, and DeWalt ACMS every 38 months. Most recently, RIDGID Link was updated on September 13, 2026 and DeWalt ACMS on September 13, 2026.

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