HID Reader Manager vs Bosch Setup Access
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.
Bosch Setup Access
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Mobile credentials and mobile access control offer a modern and extremely smooth access experience by managing access credentials via our browser-based tools like Visitor Management. Employees, visitors, guests or service providers receive access rights remotely on their smartphone or mobile device, thus simplifying the process for both user and administrator. The app communicates over Bluetooth with the Bosch Lectus Select card-readers. The Setup Access App by Bosch allows administrators to configure reader settings of the Lectus select reader via BLE connection. In order to change the reader settings you have to be invited with a valid credential.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Bosch Setup Access at every 2 weeks against HID Reader Manager's every 2 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.
HID Reader Manager ships an update every 2 months, Bosch Setup Access every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HID Reader Manager | Bosch Setup Access |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.6 (26 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 12.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 26 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 14.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 174 MB | 105 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HID Global | Bosch Security Systems |
In-app purchases
HID Reader Manager
No in-app purchases
Bosch Setup Access
No in-app purchases
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