Comparison

HID Reader Manager vs C

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

Head to head
About

HID Reader Manager

This app simplifies the management of compatible HID readers. It allows administrators to configure settings, update firmware, and export reader status. Users can also upgrade readers to support Bluetooth and OSDP.

Highlights
  • Configure reader settings
  • Upgrade reader firmware
  • Inspect and export reader status
  • Enable Bluetooth support
  • Enable OSDP support
Features
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HID Reader Manager streamlines management of compatible HID Signo, iCLASS SE® and multiCLASS SE readers in the field. Administrators can easily adjust configuration settings, upgrade firmware, inspect and export current reader status, and upgrade compatible readers to support Bluetooth and/or OSDP. -Bluetooth is used to communicate with the reader hardware. If Bluetooth is not enabled communication to readers will not function. -Calendar is used to log the error/information.  If Calendar is not enabled logging will not function. -Location is used to obtain the location of the Reader for administration purpose and improving user experience.  If Location is not enabled communication to readers will not function.

About

C

Features
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C•CURE Go Install mobile app provides real-time system data via a smartphone using Bluetooth technology to quickly configure network settings, easily view device status, and reboot iSTAR Ultra LT door controllers. The mobile app replaces a traditional LCD that provides pertinent iSTAR Ultra LT system data for installers and users of the system.

Screenshots

HID Reader Manager4 screens
C4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: C at 10.3 against HID Reader Manager's 14.0. 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.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
HID Reader Manager versus C: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHID Reader ManagerC
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.6 (26 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews11.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings26 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS14.010.3 — better
Further details — not scored
Size258 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHID GlobalSensormatic Electronics LLC

In-app purchases

None

HID Reader Manager

No in-app purchases

None

C

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HID Reader Manager free?
HID Reader Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is C free?
C is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do HID Reader Manager or C have ads?
Neither HID Reader Manager nor C shows ads.

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