Comparison

KEWPAT vs Trade Sheet

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

Head to head
About

KEWPAT

This app streamlines portable appliance testing (PAT) and test and tag procedures for iPhones and iPads. It allows manual logging of results, remote control of specific testers, and comprehensive data storage for multiple customers and sites. Users can customize fields, scan barcodes, and attach photos for detailed record-keeping.

Highlights
  • Manual PAT testing data logging
  • Remote control of Kewtech SMARTPAT
  • Import/export data with SimplyPats software
  • Barcode scanning for data entry
  • Photo capture with annotations
  • Customizable user-defined lists
  • Risk assessment tool for retest periods
Features
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PAT (Portable Appliance) Testing / Test and Tag App for your iPhone or iPad. Designed to work with SimplyPats - Data can be imported and exported too and from SimplyPats Version 7 or SimplyPats Version 7 Manual Plus Edition PAT Testing Software** (for Windows OS). Manually log your PAT Testing Results using your iPhone or iPad, and if you own a Kewtech SMARTPAT you can control the PAT Tester via Remote mode using the App. The Database used by KEWPAT is capable of storing large amounts of PAT Test Data between single (if in-house Testing) or multiple (if PAT Testing as a Contractor) Customers, and is designed to be compatible with the SimplyPats Manual Plus or Downloading Edition software, available seperately. Information such as the Customer Contact details, Sites, Locations, Appliance Id's, Descriptions, Retest Periods as well as detailed Test Results can all be entered and stored. If you need to record extended information such as: Make, Model, Fuse, Serial Number, Price and Repair info and other information, you can choose to display the Extra Info screen during the Test Sequence. Detailed Visual Test Information can also be recorded with individual checks for Socket, Plug, Switch, Flex and Body as well as OK for continued use and suitable for the environment it’s operating in. As with the Extra info, this is an optional screen that can be turned on during the Test Sequence, otherwise just an overall Visual Test status will be recorded. Fields with the "Hold For List" option let you either type information in using the on screen keyboard, or select pre-defined entries from a list. You can add your own entries to any list which is a great way of entering frequently used Appliance Descriptions, Sites, Locations, Notes, Makes and Models etc. Scanning of Barcodes are supported for data entry of Appliance Id or Serial Numbers. QR Codes can be read using your main camera where they have been printed out via the KEWPAT App using a compatible Bluetooth Printer (available separately). Limits and Results for each test are pre-configured but can be overwritten or selected from a list. The Resistance Calculator can also be used to set the Limit for Earth Bond in Manual Mode. Both Visual and Electrical Retest Periods can be set manually or calculated automatically using the Risk Assessment tool. Support for taking photos is included. The App can be configured in various ways depending on what PAT Testing information you need to record. Features at a glance: - Export Data to SimplyPats** - Import SimplyPats Data Files (ideal for repopulating the App with Data) - Remote Control Kewtech SMARTPAT. - Quick Manual entry of data for non downloadable PAT machines. - Barcode Scanning.* - Take Photos.* - Annotations (Arrows) on Photos. - Comprehensive search and Filter of test results. - Easy Custom Test setup for SMARTPAT. - User definable lists for Appliance Descriptions, Sites, Locations. - Extra Notes fields, Make Model, Appliance Serial Number which can be switched off if not wanted. - IET COP Rev 4 Extended Visual Questions (again can be switched off is simple Visual Pass and Fail required. - Ability to print labels using a Compatible Bluetooth Printer. - Multiple Barcode label formats including QR and Code39. - Inbuilt Resistance calculator to calculate resistance of Cables by CSV and length. - Inbuilt Risk calculator to give suggested IET COP Rev 4 retest periods. - Collect customer signature on App on completion of work. - Email summary of tests direct to Customer. - Ability to store 10's of thousands of assets and test results. - Flip between Dark or Light Colour schemes. - Charge and repair Codes compatible with SimplyPats. - Repeat Last Test using SMARTPAT. - Auto increment Appliance Id (inc Alpha Prefix). * Certain features or functionality may depend on your device and the hardware available. Features may change without notice

About

Trade Sheet

Manage your trade business efficiently with this comprehensive job management app. Track jobs, clients, teams, and timesheets, with features like offline functionality and modular add-ons to scale with your business.

Highlights
  • Job scheduling and assignment
  • Client and site photo management
  • Team member tracking and permissions
  • Offline functionality with auto-sync
  • Time tracking and timesheet generation
  • Modular add-ons for invoicing and quoting
Features
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**Run your trade business from one app.** TradeSheet is the job management app built for tradespeople. Whether you're a plumber, electrician, builder, carpenter, or any other trade - TradeSheet helps you manage jobs, clients, teams, and timesheets all in one place. **JOB MANAGEMENT** • Create and schedule jobs • Assign work to team members • Track job progress from enquiry to completion • Add notes, photos, and documents • Calendar view for easy scheduling • Never double-book again • Location, Time watermarked photos • Auto Clockin based on location **CLIENT MANAGEMENT** • Store client details and multiple addresses • UK postcode lookup for quick entry • Keep notes and site photos organised • Track job history per client • Multiple contacts per client **TEAM MANAGEMENT** • Invite employees and subcontractors • See who's working and where • Role-based permissions • Admin, Office, Team Leader, and Field Worker roles • Real-time staff status dashboard **TIME TRACKING** • Simple clock in/out • Track time per job • Automatic timesheet generation • Approval workflow for managers • Know exactly where time is spent **WORKS OFFLINE** • Full functionality without internet • Perfect for sites with poor signal • Automatic sync when back online • Never lose work **MODULAR ADD-ONS** TradeSheet grows with your business. Add modules when you need them: • Electrical Certificates (EIC, EICR, MWC) (coming soon) • Gas Certificates (coming soon) • Invoicing • Quoting • Chat • Forms (With full Audit trail and customer signing) • Custom Statuses **BUILT FOR THE TRADE** • Designed with input from working tradespeople • Quick data entry - minimal tapping • Works one-handed on-site • Runs on phone, tablet, and desktop **TEAM READY** From sole traders to larger firms. Start free, upgrade as you grow.

Screenshots

KEWPAT3 screens
Trade Sheet4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Trade Sheet at every 9 days against KEWPAT's every 4 months. KEWPAT's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

KEWPAT ships an update every 4 months, Trade Sheet every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
KEWPAT versus Trade Sheet: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKEWPATTrade Sheet
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews34.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB196 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRSR Systems LtdLongview Electrical Ltd

Customer experience

KEWPAT

Written reviews23 reviews
Positive34.8%
Neutral21.7%
Negative43.5%

Trade Sheet

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

KEWPAT

No in-app purchases

None

Trade Sheet

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KEWPAT free?
KEWPAT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Trade Sheet free?
Trade Sheet is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do KEWPAT or Trade Sheet have ads?
Neither KEWPAT nor Trade Sheet shows ads.
Which is updated more often, KEWPAT or Trade Sheet?
KEWPAT ships an update every 4 months, and Trade Sheet every 9 days. Most recently, KEWPAT was updated on October 16, 2026 and Trade Sheet on October 28, 2026.

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