Arcona AR Scanner vs Maintenance by Socket Mobile
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Arcona AR Scanner
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AR Scanner is designed for Arcona AR World users. It allows to collect and send terrain datasets to the Arcona server. The dataset consists of a video sequence, imu data (accelerometer + gyroscope) and gps. On the Arcona server, the dataset will be processed and turned into a map of the area. After that, the owner of this mapped area will be able to remotely and accurately place 3D content on it, and all Arcona users in this area will be able to accurately position and observe 3D content.
Maintenance by Socket Mobile
This utility app allows users to upgrade the firmware on Socket Mobile Bluetooth LE NFC readers and barcode scanners. It provides information on current and available firmware, device statistics, and configuration settings. Designed for advanced users, it facilitates essential maintenance for compatible hardware.
- Firmware upgrade
- Display firmware information
- Device statistics
- Device configuration
- Identify reader
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Maintenance by Socket Mobile implements the user interface to upgrade firmware of Socket Mobile Bluetooth LE NFC reader/writer, barcode scanners and perform other maintenance functions. Supported Functionality 1. Display operating firmware (GATT information) 2. Display firmware available for download 3. Perform firmware upgrade (download and flash instructions) 4. Display device statistics (no user information is shared) 5. Display device configuration information 6. Identify this reader This app is intended for advanced users. For questions and help, please contact support@socketmobile.com The Socket NFC readers which combines the latest 13.56 MHz contactless technology with Bluetooth 5 connectivity. They supports ISO 14443 Type A and B smart cards, ISO 15693 tags, MIFARE®, FeliCa®, and most NFC tags and devices compliant with ISO 18092 standard. The Countertop product supports two Bluetooth profiles: HID Keyboard Emulation (for native App support) and App Mode (for custom App development using our CaptureSDK). Please visit https://www.socketmobile.com for additional product information. CaptureSDK information is available at https://www.socketmobile.com/developers
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Arcona AR Scanner at 13 against Maintenance by Socket Mobile's 15.6. 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.
Arcona AR Scanner ships an update every 13 months, Maintenance by Socket Mobile every 21 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Arcona AR Scanner | Maintenance by Socket Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months — better | Every 21 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 8 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Pilgrim OOO | Socket Mobile |
In-app purchases
Arcona AR Scanner
No in-app purchases
Maintenance by Socket Mobile
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Arcona AR Scanner free?
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Do Arcona AR Scanner or Maintenance by Socket Mobile have ads?
Which is updated more often, Arcona AR Scanner or Maintenance by Socket Mobile?
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