Comparison

Shepherd365 vs PAT

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

Head to head
About

Shepherd365

Features
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It is an integrated set of employer branded applications that's powered by social, mobile and cloud technologies to engage employees from pre-hire to retire. From talent acquisition and talent development, to the core of Human Capital, Shepherd® is driving engagement, retention, productivity, performance, while improving efficiency and increasing real-time visibility. Business leaders and management are offered a real-time view of all company analytics, business processes and talent management tools enabling them to continuously monitor their company’s personal activity streams productivity and beyond. Shepherd offers a revolutionized solution to heightening visibility.

About

PAT

This tool connects to compatible boilers via Bluetooth for commissioning, diagnostics, and service. It offers guided wizards, data logging, and remote support capabilities. The app supports English and Spanish and can update boiler firmware.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Commissioning, diagnostic, and service wizards
  • English and Spanish language support
  • Cloud data logging and reporting
  • Remote support capabilities
  • Boiler firmware updates
Features
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PATConnect is a commissioning, diagnostic and service tool consisting of a Bluetooth Adaptor and mobile device app. The app communicates with any Velocity Boiler Works modulating condensing boiler. PATConnect is a local service tool with web portal data collection and live streaming to enable remote support. Compatible Boilers include Phantom II, Phantom Combi II, Phantom, Phantom Combi, PhantomX, Raptor and Raptor X Modulating Condensing Boilers. PAT-Connect Features: • Bluetooth Adaptor connects boiler to PAT-Connect App. • English and Spanish Language. • Start-up, Troubleshoot and Service Wizards. • Data logs, site photos, service & status reports sent to cloud. • Alta Boiler Control firmware and default parameter updates.

Screenshots

Shepherd3653 screens
PAT4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Shepherd365 at every 3 weeks against PAT's every 2 months. 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

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

Shepherd365 ships an update every 3 weeks, PAT every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Shepherd365 versus PAT: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShepherd365PAT
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB74 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShepherd TechnologiesVelocity Boiler Works, LLC

In-app purchases

None

Shepherd365

No in-app purchases

None

PAT

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Shepherd365 free?
Shepherd365 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PAT free?
PAT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Shepherd365 or PAT have ads?
Neither Shepherd365 nor PAT shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Shepherd365 or PAT?
Shepherd365 ships an update every 3 weeks, and PAT every 2 months. Most recently, Shepherd365 was updated on October 13, 2026 and PAT on October 12, 2026.

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