Comparison

GUID vs minion IoT

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

Head to head
About

GUID

Features
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What is a GUID? =========== A GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) is a pseudo-random string consisting of 32 letters (A-F) / numbers (0-9) and 4 hyphens. The application area for GUIDs is manifold. For example, GUIDs can be used to uniquely identify objects, files, or documents. What is GUID generator? ================== The GUID generator is a program for generating GUIDs. Furthermore, it is possible to perform a syntactic check of strings, whether they meet the requirements of a GUID, ie the 8-4-4-4-12 format consisting of the allowed characters. Particularities ========== The GUID generator was developed with SWIFT specifically for iOS. As a result, it is optimally integrated into the system, offers optimum app feeling, best performance, requires minimal storage space and system-specific functionalities. Create GUID ========= The core functionality of this program is generating GUIDs. The GUIDs can be generated either in upper case letters or in lower case letters. Check GUID ========= To check the syntax of individual strings, they can be entered in the result text field. Valid strings are colored in green, invalid strings with red color. Interoperability =========== The exchange with other applications is possible via the device's own clipboard (copy and paste) as well as via sharing function of iOS. Summary of functions: ================ - Generate GUID - Check string for GUID-syntax - Copy - Paste - Share - Convert to upper case - Convert to lower case

About

minion IoT

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"Read minion parameters, get and sIoT device management has never been easier: Manage your minion IoT sensors from autosen quickly and smoothly via the integrated Bluetooth interface. Firmware updates for the latest functions and improvements can be installed in just a few clicks. You can also conveniently display the most important device parameters on your smartphone, allowing you to easily keep an eye on the quality of your mobile connection or your battery charge status at all times. In the event of a problem, the integrated logging feature helps you and our support team to find out why your minion IoT sensor cannot connect to the autosen.cloud. Functions at a glance: - Read out the most important device parameters (e.g. for the mobile phone connection, connected sensor, battery status, serial number, etc.) - Firmware updates for minion Gateway and minion Sensor - Support and troubleshooting functions (system logs, reboot, etc.) Further information about the device and all services can be found here: https://autosen.com"

Screenshots

GUID2 screens
minion IoT4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: minion IoT at every 18 months against GUID's every 39 months. GUID's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). 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

GUID ships an update every 39 months, minion IoT every 18 months. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
GUID versus minion IoT: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGUIDminion IoT
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 39 monthsEvery 18 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB134 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJens Nabertautosen GmbH

In-app purchases

None

GUID

No in-app purchases

None

minion IoT

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GUID free?
GUID is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is minion IoT free?
minion IoT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do GUID or minion IoT have ads?
Neither GUID nor minion IoT shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GUID or minion IoT?
GUID ships an update every 39 months, and minion IoT every 18 months. Most recently, GUID was updated on September 8, 2026 and minion IoT on September 21, 2026.

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