NORDCON vs SICK Smart Assistant
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NORDCON
This tool allows for the monitoring, diagnosis, and parameterization of drives via Bluetooth. It features a customizable dashboard, oscilloscope function for analysis, and backup/recovery capabilities for drive parameters.
- Dashboard visualization
- Drive monitoring and fault diagnosis
- Parameterization with help function
- Configurable oscilloscope function
- Backup and recovery of drive parameters
- Service request to NORD
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Functions: The following functions are available to the user: Dashboard-based visualisation for drive monitoring and fault diagnosis Parameterisation with help function and rapid access Individually configurable oscilloscope function for drive analysis Backup and recovery function for simple handling of drive parameters Demonstration function This is how it works: 1. Drive connection via Bluetooth 2. Dashboard is called up automatically 3. User-defined widgets for adjustment of dashboard 4. Parameterisation with rapid access and integrated help function 5. Oscilloscope function provides support for drive analysis 6. Service request directly to NORD Notes: The NORDCON APP can only be used with the Bluetooth stick NORDAC ACCESS BT and a motor starter or frequency inverter from NORD DRIVESYSTEMS. This app is available as a free download in the App Store. In case of questions and/or suggestions, please contact: BTStick@nord.com
SICK Smart Assistant
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The SICK Smart Assistant App is your mobile solution for easy commissioning, configuration, and diagnostics of SICK sensors – directly via your smartphone or tablet. Thanks to Bluetooth communication, the app enables fast and wireless connection to compatible sensors and offers a user-friendly interface for maximum efficiency in the field. Compatible Sensors: Level sensors: LXRC, LXRH, SICK Wave LFR and LBR Pressure sensors: PTAC, PTAM Key Features: Quick commissioning: Intuitive step-by-step configuration Live data display: Real-time visualization of measurement values and sensor status Bluetooth connection: Wireless communication with sensors Diagnostics & maintenance: Access to status information and error codes
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: NORDCON at 11.0 against SICK Smart Assistant's 13.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.
NORDCON ships an update every 8 months, SICK Smart Assistant every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NORDCON | SICK Smart Assistant |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 6 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 85 MB | 214 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | NORD Drivesystems | SICK AG |
In-app purchases
NORDCON
No in-app purchases
SICK Smart Assistant
No in-app purchases
Questions
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