Comparison

Steinau BlueSecur vs TimingMachine

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

Head to head
About

Steinau BlueSecur

Control compatible devices remotely by sending digital permissions (keys) to others. Manage access for family and friends, even when you're not home. Setup and operation are straightforward, with options for temporary or permanent key issuance.

Highlights
  • Send digital permissions (keys)
  • Manage keys remotely
  • Add devices via QR code
  • Temporary or permanent key issuance
  • Supports up to 250 users
  • Optional external antenna
Features
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Operate devices compatible with BlueSecur using the Steinau BlueSecur app. You can send permissions (keys) to family or friends, for example, via text message, e-mail or messenger. You don’t even have to be home to send a key, since keys are transmitted via a certified server in Germany. Manage your keys right in the app. The BlueSecur app must be installed on your mobile phone ahead of time. If a user hasn’t installed the app, they will be forwarded to the app store. Information on the BlueSecur app: - Add a device by scanning the QR code. - Setup and operation do not require an Internet connection. - Permissions (keys) are created on the administrator’s app, can be issued either temporarily or permanently and can also be deleted. - Sets of keys are subject to a fee. One-time keys are free of charge. - Max. 250 users - Optionally, you can use an external antenna should you have range issues. Using Bluetooth in the background of your mobile phone reduces its battery life.

About

TimingMachine

This tool helps determine and compare engine timing for 2-stroke engines. It calculates piston positions, the effect of spacers, and offers graphical representations. Results can be exported as PDF or with custom text and images.

Highlights
  • Convert measurements to engine timings
  • Convert engine timings to measurements
  • Compare engine timings
  • Calculate cylinder spacer effects
  • Graphical representation of timings
  • Export results as PDF
  • Snapshot function for storing setups
Features
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TimingMachine is a comprehensive tool for determining the control times of plate and slot controlled 2-stroke engines. With functions for the determination and comparison of timing, determination of piston positions in the cylinder, effect of different spacers as well as the export possibility of determined values, it is currently probably the most comprehensive tool of this kind. The functions at a glance ... - Conversion of measurements (mm) into engine timings (degree) - Conversion of engine timings (degree) into measurements (mm) - Comparison of two different engine timings and their effects - Conversion from pinch edge to piston position - Calculation of different cylinder spacers on the engine timings - Graphical representation of the engine timings - Export of result data sheets as PDF - Extended export with own texts and images - Easy-to-understand user interface - Does not need an active Internet connection New! Snapshot function - Store as many setups as you want and use them whenever you need them - Add your own remarks to every setup stored - Get a quick overview of all important information at a finger tip - Name every stored setup as you like

Screenshots

Steinau BlueSecur4 screens
TimingMachine4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TimingMachine at 100% against Steinau BlueSecur's 33%. TimingMachine also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 11 days vs every 5 months). Steinau BlueSecur's advantage is price (Free vs $8.99) and device support (4 vs 2). On ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Steinau BlueSecur is free to download; TimingMachine costs $8.99 up front. Steinau BlueSecur sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. TimingMachine asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Steinau BlueSecur ships an update every 5 months, TimingMachine every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences Β· 1 level
Steinau BlueSecur versus TimingMachine: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSteinau BlueSecurTimingMachine
PriceFree β€” better$8.99
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews β€” better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 11 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases β€” betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 β€” better26.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size120 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHormann KG Antriebstechnikkeywerks GmbH

Customer experience

Steinau BlueSecur

Written reviews6 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

TimingMachine

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Steinau BlueSecur

One-time2
  • Access key$8.99
  • 5 access keys$34.99
None

TimingMachine

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Steinau BlueSecur free?
Steinau BlueSecur is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TimingMachine free?
TimingMachine costs $8.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Steinau BlueSecur or TimingMachine have ads?
Neither Steinau BlueSecur nor TimingMachine shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Steinau BlueSecur or TimingMachine?
Steinau BlueSecur ships an update every 5 months, and TimingMachine every 11 days. Most recently, Steinau BlueSecur was updated on September 8, 2026 and TimingMachine on September 21, 2026.

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