Bluon HVAC vs RAD Auth
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Bluon HVAC
Access a vast database of HVAC models, manuals, and part lists to speed up your work. Utilize an AI-powered troubleshooting tool or connect with experienced technicians for real-time support.
- 500,000+ HVAC unit database
- Manuals and part lists
- AI troubleshooting tool (MasterMechanic)
- Live support from veteran techs
- HVAC industry upgrade tools
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Bluon provides the technical information and support to tackle any job in HVAC-R and plumbing. Scan or search for any unit to find the documentation on over 35,000,000+ HVAC models across virtual every brand. Instantly access the key model specs, age/warranty, manuals, original parts, part specs, and replacement options. See which suppliers carry which part - you can even text/email them or order directly through their website. Get detailed troubleshooting guidance from MasterMechanic, our custom A.l. built with the database and with the problem/solution knowledge of over 135,000 live support calls, or call our Live Tech Support line to connect to our team of 25+ year veteran technicians. Bluon has your back. App Features Include: - Database of 35,000,000+ HVAC units (manuals, specs and part lists) - Master Mechanic: leading A.I. tool for techs - Live Support line: talk to REAL veteran techs to solve problems in the field!
RAD Auth
This multi-factor authentication app provides an extra layer of security for clients using specific company products. It allows authorized users within a company to access authentication services unique to their organization. The app is offered as an optional security enhancement.
- Multi-factor authentication
- Enhanced security layer
- Internal client access only
- Company-specific authentication services
- Optional security feature
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Multi-factor authentication app designed for RAD porducts. This app can only be used internally by our RAD clients. Users of each client have access to the authentication services of that company only. companies owning RAD products have the option to use this app as an extra layer of security. This app can only be used internally by our RAD clients. Once RAD products are purchases, we will provide a number of administrative accounts. Using this accounts, the client is able to add users for their company where they can take advantage of the multi-authentication feature. There is no paid content in this app. This app is offered as an optional extra layer of security to our clients.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: RAD Auth at none against Bluon HVAC's shown. RAD Auth also leads on update cadence (weekly vs monthly) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Bluon HVAC's advantage is ratings volume (4.5K vs 1). On price, 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.
RAD Auth holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bluon HVAC has 4.5K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Bluon HVAC ships an update monthly, RAD Auth weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Bluon HVAC | RAD Auth |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (4.5K ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 54.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4.5K — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Weekly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 10.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 170 MB | 33 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Bluon, Inc. | Robotic Assistance Devices Inc |
Customer experience
Bluon HVAC
RAD Auth
Bugs and requests
Bluon HVAC
Reported bugs
2 issues- Login/password reset issues
- Frequent crashes or loading problems
Requested features
3 requests- Individual technician subscription option
- More comprehensive coverage of HVAC equipment models
- Ability to access full manuals without restrictions
RAD Auth
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Bluon HVAC
No in-app purchases
RAD Auth
No in-app purchases
