Comparison

ENGEL authentig vs Bekum SmartConnect

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

Bekum SmartConnect

Features
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Bekum SmartConnect – Digital Service for Your Machines Bekum SmartConnect is your central platform for fast, efficient, and secure service support for extrusion blow molding machines. Combining Augmented Reality (AR), remote access, and digital services, SmartConnect enables seamless collaboration between your team and Bekum experts—anytime, anywhere. Augmented Reality (AR) Support Solve problems faster with real-time visual assistance. Share your live camera view and receive step-by-step guidance directly on your device. Experts can highlight components, provide instructions, and support your team remotely as if they were on site.

Screenshots

ENGEL authentig4 screens
Bekum SmartConnect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Bekum SmartConnect at every 3 weeks against ENGEL authentig's every 6 weeks. ENGEL authentig's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). 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

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, Bekum SmartConnect every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
ENGEL authentig versus Bekum SmartConnect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterENGEL authentigBekum SmartConnect
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB74 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperENGEL AUSTRIA GmbHBekum Maschinenfabriken GmbH

In-app purchases

None

ENGEL authentig

No in-app purchases

None

Bekum SmartConnect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ENGEL authentig free?
ENGEL authentig is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bekum SmartConnect free?
Bekum SmartConnect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ENGEL authentig or Bekum SmartConnect have ads?
Neither ENGEL authentig nor Bekum SmartConnect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ENGEL authentig or Bekum SmartConnect?
ENGEL authentig ships an update every 6 weeks, and Bekum SmartConnect every 3 weeks. Most recently, ENGEL authentig was updated on October 2, 2026 and Bekum SmartConnect on October 9, 2026.

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