SITRANS mobile IQ vs DeviceTools
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SITRANS mobile IQ
This app enables service technicians to monitor and parameterize compatible field instrumentation using a Bluetooth interface. It allows for displaying device status, measurement values, and even charting selected data. Users can also change device parameters and copy them between devices.
- Monitor compatible field instrumentation
- Parameterize field devices via Bluetooth
- Display device status and measurement values
- Chart selected measurement values
- Change device parameters
- Copy parameters between devices
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SITRANS mobile IQ is an App for mobile devices, which allows eligible service technicians to monitor and parameterize compatible field instrumentation via a Bluetooth interface. SITRANS mobile IQ uses a Bluetooth interface to communicate with the field devices. Your mobile device must have a Bluetooth interface, version 4.2 or better. Supported field devices are SIEMENS SITRANS LR100, LR110, LR120, LR140, LR150 and MAG8000-LORABLE. With the availability of the Bluetooth Adapter AW050, the SITRANS LU240, SIPART PS100, LR500 Series, PS2, FMT020 and LT500 are supported as well. For additional information and restrictions (e.g. required firmware versions), kindly refer to the respective product documentation. Field Devices not listed here may not be connected to the SITRANS mobile IQ and are currently not supported. This app allows you to list all supported field devices that are in range, to display the status of a connected field device and display measurement values of a connected field device. Selected values like e.g. level measurement or echo confidence can be displayed in a chart. SITRANS mobile IQ enables you to change the parameters of the connected field device and also copy parameters from one device to another (cloning). SITRANS mobile IQ can open a link on your mobile device to FAQ, application examples, manuals and further information for the type of the connected field device.
DeviceTools
Streamline the setup and maintenance of industrial I/O modules. Quickly configure devices, troubleshoot issues with AI assistance, and manage product warranties directly from your mobile device.
- NFC tap configuration
- AI-assisted troubleshooting
- One-tap IP auto-increment
- Warranty verification and registration
- Device status at-a-glance
- Product information access
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Save Time. Set Up Faster. Simplify Configuration and Troubleshooting. DeviceTools™ mobile app helps minimize manual configuration of your Allen-Bradley PointMax™ I/O modules via NFC tap, helping you accelerate startup and reduce downtime. With a mobile-first experience, DeviceTools™ becomes your go-to troubleshooting companion built to simplify the everyday, on-the-go tasks. Get reliable, clear, actionable insights to help resolve issues quickly and keep your operations running smoothly. Your device status at-a-glance: Scan with NFC to open the details screen—product information, installed modules and network configuration in one place. One-tap IP auto-increment: Reduce the time-consuming task of setting multiple IP addresses. Simply tap to connect and set device IP addresses using Near Field Communication (NFC). Deploy any number of modules fast and consistently—all while the product is still in the box. One-tap to extend your warranty: Easily verify and register your Allen-Bradley® products—right in the app. Enjoy peace of mind with fast product authentication and unlock extended warranty on eligible items when you register. AI-Assisted Chat: Get answers to your questions faster with an in-app tool trained on Allen-Bradley® devices. Products Supported: Allen-Bradley PointMax™ I/O Modules by Rockwell Automation
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: SITRANS mobile IQ at 3 against DeviceTools's 1. SITRANS mobile IQ also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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.
SITRANS mobile IQ ships an update every 4 months, DeviceTools every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SITRANS mobile IQ | DeviceTools |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.8 (18 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 18 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 3 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 208 MB | 130 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Siemens AG | Rockwell Automation |
Customer experience
SITRANS mobile IQ
DeviceTools
In-app purchases
SITRANS mobile IQ
No in-app purchases
DeviceTools
No in-app purchases
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