PLD2 vs BEACON Field
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PLD2
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PLD2 operates the 64seconds Pipeline Leak Detector (PLD) instrument. PLD2 records and analyzes sounds from underground pipelines and contact points, like hydrants, valves, and meters, from the PLD sensing unit (required hardware device). High resolution audio processing allows mobile users to discover and pinpoint pipeline leaks quickly and easily.
BEACON Field
This utility app provides field technicians with mobile access to critical AMI data. It allows for instant viewing and updating of meter information, capturing site photos, performing final reads, and identifying on-site exceptions for faster resolution.
- View and update AMI data
- Capture and upload images
- Perform final reads
- Identify on-site exceptions
- Real-time data access
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BEACON Field empowers utility teams with on-the-go access to critical AMI data from BEACON SaaS on an intuitive mobile application. Built for efficiency and accuracy, the app streamlines daily operations by giving technicians the ability to: • View and Update AMI Data Instantly – Access meter and consumption data in real time, right from the field. Update location and field details for services that can be then accessed by the BEACON web portal. • Capture & Upload Images – Document site conditions with photo uploads for accurate records. • Perform Final Reads – Quickly grab reliable final reads to support service transfers and billing accuracy. • Identify Exceptions On-Site – See flagged exceptions immediately, enabling faster resolution and improved customer service. Access requires BEACON SaaS user credentials and license.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: PLD2 at 13.0 against BEACON Field's 18.0. 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.
PLD2 ships an update every 3 weeks, BEACON Field every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PLD2 | BEACON Field |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (5 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 5 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 192 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 64seconds, Inc. | Badger Meter, Inc. |
In-app purchases
PLD2
No in-app purchases
BEACON Field
No in-app purchases
