Comparison

Sentrius IG Connect vs Ideabytes IoT

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

Head to head
About

Sentrius IG Connect

This utility app helps users connect a specific wireless gateway device to their Wi-Fi network and provision an AWS IoT Greengrass core. It facilitates connecting the device to your preferred AWS cloud account for seamless integration.

Highlights
  • Scan for gateways via Bluetooth
  • Set Wi-Fi connection parameters
  • Provision AWS IoT Greengrass core
  • Connect to AWS cloud
Features
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Ezurio's Sentrius™ IG Connect allows customers to get started with their Sentrius IG60 AWS IoT Greengrass-enabled wireless gateway. The app allows users to connect the IG60 to the local Wi-Fi, provision an AWS IoT Greengrass core, and connect to the user’s AWS account. Feature list: Scan for available Sentrius IG60 gateways via Bluetooth Set Wi-Fi connection parameters Provision an AWS IoT Greengrass core Connect the device to the user’s preferred AWS cloud About Ezurio: Ezurio simplifies the enablement of wireless technologies with market-leading wireless modules and antennas, integrated sensor and gateway platforms, and customer-specific wireless solutions. Our best-in-class support and comprehensive engineering services help reduce risk and improve time-to-market. When you need unmatched wireless performance to connect electronics with security and confidence, Ezurio delivers — no matter what. For the latest news or more information, visit ezurio.com

About

Ideabytes IoT

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The Ideabytes IoT mobile app empowers you to remotely monitor and manage your assets, giving visibility of real-time data at your fingertips. Developed by Ideabytes Inc., and this app seamlessly works with our data loggers and also third party IoT hardware , which are compatible with a wide range of sensors including temperature, humidity, GPS, battery voltage and many other infrastructure / environmental / industrial sensors. 
 Here's what you can achieve with the Ideabytes IoT app:
 Real-time Monitoring: Get instant insights into critical parameters like temperature, humidity, and power for your cold storage, freezers, or any industrial application. Never Miss an Event: Stay informed with configurable alerts delivered directly to the app, via email, SMS and Notification. Act quickly to address potential issues before they escalate. Efficient Issue Resolution: The built-in CAPA (Corrective Action, Preventive Action) management system allows you and your team to collaborate on resolving critical alerts. Take corrective actions, identify root causes, and close issues with clear documentation and approvals. Data-driven Decisions: Generate and download insightful reports in PDF or CSV format for detailed analysis. Stay organized and make informed decisions based on historical data. Effortless Device Management: Filter your devices by region or status (warning, critical, reporting, or non-reporting) for a quick overview of your entire network. Historical Data Visualization: Analyze trends over time with intuitive charts for each parameter monitored by your data loggers. Make informed decisions based on historical data patterns. Enhanced Security: Addressed security vulnerabilities identified in VAPT (Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing) to ensure stronger app protection. For more details on Ideabytes data loggers and our comprehensive IoT solution, visit our website: https://www.ideabytesiot.com/

Screenshots

Sentrius IG Connect3 screens
Ideabytes IoT4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Ideabytes IoT at every 2 months against Sentrius IG Connect's every 11 months. Sentrius IG Connect's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 13.4). 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

Sentrius IG Connect ships an update every 11 months, Ideabytes IoT every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Sentrius IG Connect versus Ideabytes IoT: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSentrius IG ConnectIdeabytes IoT
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.5 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better13.4
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEzurio LLCIdeabytes

In-app purchases

None

Sentrius IG Connect

No in-app purchases

None

Ideabytes IoT

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sentrius IG Connect free?
Sentrius IG Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ideabytes IoT free?
Ideabytes IoT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Sentrius IG Connect or Ideabytes IoT have ads?
Neither Sentrius IG Connect nor Ideabytes IoT shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sentrius IG Connect or Ideabytes IoT?
Sentrius IG Connect ships an update every 11 months, and Ideabytes IoT every 2 months. Most recently, Sentrius IG Connect was updated on June 1, 2026 and Ideabytes IoT on September 16, 2026.

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