Stud Finder® vs Consort Connect
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Stud Finder®
This utility app uses your iPhone's magnetometer to detect metal studs behind walls. Simply hold your device near the wall and observe the indicator for changes in the magnetic field. For best results, remove any external case from your phone.
- Detect metal studs
- Uses magnetometer
- Measures magnetic field
- Indicator for metal proximity
- Instructions for accuracy
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Stud Finder App: Locate Metal Studs with Ease Discover the power of our Stud Finder app, designed to detect metal studs effortlessly. Utilizing the magnetometer, the app measures the magnetic field when your iPhone is in proximity to metal objects. Instructions: Ensure accurate results by removing any external case from your device before using the app. How to Verify: To confirm the app's functionality, position your iPhone near a stainless steel object and observe the indicator for a noticeable change. Unlock the potential of precise stud detection – download the Stud Finder app now! Terms Of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Consort Connect
Control your heating appliances remotely from any location using your smartphone. Easily set up and manage multiple devices, and share access with other users for convenient home climate management.
- Remote heating control
- Easy smartphone setup
- Manage multiple devices
- Share device access
- Control from anywhere
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- Remotely control your heating appliances* from anywhere - Easy set-up and connection via smartphone - Add and control multiple devices with one App - Share devices among multiple users * WIFI heater models can be directly connected, SL heaters can be connected through a separately available hardware device, the SLPB WIFI
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Consort Connect at none against Stud Finder®'s 2. Consort Connect also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). Stud Finder®'s advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 22 months). On price, review sentiment, ads 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
Both are free to download. Stud Finder® sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Consort Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.
Stud Finder® ships an update every 6 weeks, Consort Connect every 22 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and June 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Stud Finder® | Consort Connect |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (23K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 7.9% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 23K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks — better | Every 22 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 191 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tue Nguyen Minh | CONSORT EQUIPMENT PRODUCTS LIMITED |
Customer experience
Stud Finder®
Consort Connect
Bugs and requests
Stud Finder®
Reported bugs
3 issues- Fails to detect known metal objects
- Erratic behavior and constant beeping
- Upgrade issues even after purchase
Requested features
3 requests- Ability to detect wooden studs
- Longer free trial period
- More intuitive user interface
Consort Connect
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Stud Finder®
- Stud Finder Pro (Weekly)3 Days trial$1.997 Days
- Pro Features$1.99
Consort Connect
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Stud Finder® free?
Is Consort Connect free?
Do Stud Finder® or Consort Connect have ads?
Which is updated more often, Stud Finder® or Consort Connect?
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