HID Reader Manager vs i
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Configure reader settings
- Upgrade reader firmware
- Inspect and export reader status
- Enable Bluetooth support
- Enable OSDP support
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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.
i
This app helps users find and compare i-PRO cameras and accessories. It allows for easy creation of network camera proposals by visualizing installation locations and generating previews. Users can also save favorite products for quick access.
- Search and compare cameras
- Search and compare accessories
- Create network camera proposals
- Visualize installation locations
- Save favorite products
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[Outline] i-PRO Product Selector is narrow down the i-PRO cameras and accessories, check the product specifications, and check the list of products that can be installed. It is also a smartphone application that allows anyone to easily create proposals for network cameras. [Features] -Search Cameras Check the list of cameras narrowed down by the filter, and display the data sheet and spec comparison of the selected camera. The display results can be sent to a PC by e-mail, etc. You can check the list of accessories that can be attached to the selected camera. -Search Accessories Check the list of accessories narrowed down by the filter and display the data sheet of the selected accessory. The display results can be sent to a PC by e-mail, etc. You can check the list of cameras that can be attached to the selected accessory. -Make Proposal Place the icon of the camera that took the image (or selected image) of the installation location and image on the MAP, and displays the proposal preview. The display results can be sent to a PC by e-mail, etc. -My Favorites By checking the camera search results and adding them to your favorites, you can quickly check the data of frequently used network cameras at any time.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: i at 100% against HID Reader Manager's 12%. i also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.6) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 14.0). HID Reader Manager's advantage is ratings volume (26 vs 3). On price, update cadence, 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.
i holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HID Reader Manager has 26 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 12% of HID Reader Manager's written reviews are positive against 100% of i's.
HID Reader Manager ships an update every 2 months, i every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HID Reader Manager | i |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.6 (26 ratings) | 4.7 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 11.5% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 26 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 11.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 258 MB | 125 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HID Global | i-PRO Co., Ltd. |
Customer experience
HID Reader Manager
i
In-app purchases
HID Reader Manager
No in-app purchases
i
No in-app purchases
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