SteamTrap vs TopInfrared
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SteamTrap
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This app lets the user create a steam trap survey report. Once traps are identified and information is entered, the data can be used to generate a comprehensive Excel report include estimated steam loss, lbs/hour and steam trap location photos (taken with your smartphone or tablet). This app works with all Ultraprobes manufactured from UE Systems Inc.
TopInfrared
This thermal imaging camera app provides high-resolution thermal images for precise temperature detection. It's ideal for inspecting insulation, examining electronics, and identifying heat loss with excellent accuracy and sensitivity.
- High-resolution thermal imaging (256x192)
- Precise temperature detection
- Insulation inspection
- Circuit board examination
- High heat sensitivity (40mk)
- Low power consumption
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Applications: The iOS smartphone thermal imaging camera offers exceptional precision in detecting temperatures, inspecting insulation, and examining circuit boards. Its impressive 256x192 ultra-high resolution ensures that thermal images are both sharp and detailed. The device has a temperature accuracy of ±3.6°F(2°C), boasting a resolution of 0.1°C. Moreover, with a low power consumption of only 0.35W, you can use it for extended periods without concerns about battery life. The camera's high heat sensitivity of 40mk enables it to detect even the slightest temperature changes with great precision.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SteamTrap at none against TopInfrared's 1. TopInfrared's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 51 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. TopInfrared sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SteamTrap asks for nothing beyond the download.
SteamTrap ships an update every 51 months, TopInfrared every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SteamTrap | TopInfrared |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 3.5 (48 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 39.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 48 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 51 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 518 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | UE Systems, Inc. | HK TOPDON TECHNOLOGY Co., LIMITED |
In-app purchases
SteamTrap
No in-app purchases
TopInfrared
- AI Features$19.99
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