Comparison

ENGEL authentig vs HB

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

Head to head
About

ENGEL authentig

This app provides real-time insights into production status, machine performance, and key metrics like OEE. It helps production managers identify issues early to prevent losses and optimize resource utilization.

Highlights
  • Production status overview
  • Current order details
  • Machine status and downtime log
  • Utilization and cycle time tracking
  • Quality rate and OEE display
  • Production event logging
Features
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The authentig shopfloor app is part of the authentig MES package and provides access to the main functions of the authentig MONITORING module on the smartphone. •Summary of the overall state of the production (separated by production halls, machine groups or other self-defined filter, as required) •Display of the current order at each individual machine including target quantity, production progress (good and bad quantities) and expected remaining time •Display of device status, production status and downtime reason for each individual machine, including a comprehensive log of all production-relevant events such as order starts, status changes or production interruptions •Display of utilization, cycle times (TARGET, CURRENT), cycle time deviation and quality rate including current OEE for each machine The wealth of thoroughly prepared and clearly presented information makes the production completely transparent. Quantities produced, utilization, production speed and quality rate are immediately available for any resource group and for each individual machine. The authentig shopfloor app provides the production manager with a comprehensive, readily available insight into all production-relevant factors. By detecting problems at an early stage, quality- or downtime-related losses can be avoided, and the optimal use of all production resources can be ensured.

About

HB

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With the "e‑cockpit" application on the mobile smartphone, all Thermo‑6 users can work even more efficiently and safely. The app for smartphones and tablets accesses the Gate‑6 interface server and the Thermo‑6 temperature control units connected to it locally via Bluetooth. Via "e‑cockpit" and "Gate‑6", you can call up analysis data, allow remote access, directly access all online documentation on the "Knowledge" platform or, for example, create a unit‑specific ticket with analysis data at the touch of a button. Furthermore, "e‑cockpit" contains the scanner for the HB‑Therm-specific QR codes on the unit or on the spare parts. This gives customers a transparent overview of current production and allows them to intervene remotely if problems occur.

Screenshots

ENGEL authentig4 screens
HB4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: ENGEL authentig at 13.0 against HB's 15.0. 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

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

ENGEL authentig ships an update every 6 weeks, HB every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on July 5, 2026 and July 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
ENGEL authentig versus HB: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterENGEL authentigHB
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB80 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperENGEL AUSTRIA GmbHHB-Therm

In-app purchases

None

ENGEL authentig

No in-app purchases

None

HB

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ENGEL authentig free?
ENGEL authentig is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HB free?
HB is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ENGEL authentig or HB have ads?
Neither ENGEL authentig nor HB shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ENGEL authentig or HB?
ENGEL authentig ships an update every 6 weeks, and HB every 2 months. Most recently, ENGEL authentig was updated on July 5, 2026 and HB on July 22, 2026.

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