OSTConf vs ToolsX
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
OSTConf
Configure your dive computer settings and parameters wirelessly. Update date, time, custom text, gas mixes, and deco settings. Compatible with recent Bluetooth-enabled dive computers.
- Read and modify settings
- Update date and time
- Set custom text
- Configure gas mixes
- Set deco parameters
- Upgrade firmware
- Retrieve device information
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OSTConf is an application for configuring your OSTC dive computer. It allows you to read and modify settings and parameters of dive computers manufactured by heinrichs weikamp GmbH. Using Bluetooth LE technology, you can retrieve device information, update date and time, custom text, set up your gas mixes and deco parameters as well as upgrading the firmware. OSTConf is compatible with recent Bluetooth-capable OSTC dive computers such as OSTC 2, OSTC plus, OSTC sport, OSTC TR, and OSTC 4. Note that due to the iOS hardware only OSTC devices with BLE are supported. OSTC4: The firmware file contains up to three parts. Please start the firmware update multiple times to ensure that all parts are updated.
ToolsX
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ToolsX is the gas calculator for technical and recreational diving: plan the right mix, check safety limits and get the exact blending recipe, all in one beautifully designed app. GAS PLANNER • Automatic nitrox or trimix recommendation from depth and max ppO2 • Live MOD, END, ppO2 at depth and gas density • Density warnings (5.2 and 6 g/L thresholds) and mix depth ceiling • Manual trimix analysis with free O2/He input and "oxygen is narcotic" option MIX RECIPE • Enter your starting and target mix: the app computes the exact helium, oxygen and air additions • Fill sequence picked automatically from all 6 permutations to minimize the transient ppO2 peak • Step-by-step breakdown with tank pressure and ppO2 after every addition BLEND STUDIO • Direct partial-pressure trimix blender • Step blending mode (add He, O2, air) with final mix and ppO2 peaks • Manual sequence override when you need it PRESETS • Save and recall complete gas, tank and blending setups • Metric (m, bar, L) or imperial (ft, psi, ft³) units with automatic conversion Italian and English interface, instant calculations as you type, Liquid Glass design built for iOS 26. Note: ToolsX is a planning aid. It does not replace technical training, gas analysis procedures or your dive computer. Always dive within the limits of your certification.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ToolsX at every 3 days against OSTConf's every 5 months. OSTConf's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
OSTConf ships an update every 5 months, ToolsX every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | OSTConf | ToolsX |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Kai-Uwe Sattler | MATTEO GARZULANO |
In-app purchases
OSTConf
No in-app purchases
ToolsX
No in-app purchases









