GvisionControl vs Mako Assist
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GvisionControl
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Use GvisionControl to stream, manage and share video pipe inspections on the Gvision® M1 and V7. From the main screen you can view a live video feed, start a recording and take snapshots. Easily navigate, rename and organize files stored on the M1 and V7 or save to your device. Share your inspections with third-party databases or cloud storage such as iCloud Drive, OneDrive, DropBox and Google Drive. Features: - View and access live and recorded videos via wifi. - Record and take snapshots of streaming video pipe inspections. - View geolocation of a recorded video and snapshot. - Rename and organize files. - Share snapshots and recorded videos. - Eject USB drives connected to the Gvision® M1 and V7.
Mako Assist
This utility app simplifies backflow testing by wirelessly capturing test values via Bluetooth. Testers can easily input necessary information to generate professional reports, even offline. It eliminates the need for manual note-taking, streamlining the reporting process.
- Bluetooth data capture
- Automatic labeling of test values
- Professional report generation
- Offline reporting capability
- Streamlined testing workflow
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The Mako Assist app allows backflow testers to ditch the notepad! Through the power of Bluetooth technology (included in every Mako) Backflow test values are automatically sent to your phone where they are labeled and prepared for reporting. Mako Assist allows testers to easily input essential information to generate a professional report with or without an internet connection! Look forward to Testing!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GvisionControl at none against Mako Assist's 3. GvisionControl also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 7 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Mako Assist sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. GvisionControl asks for nothing beyond the download.
GvisionControl ships an update every 5 weeks, Mako Assist every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GvisionControl | Mako Assist |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 3.9 (8 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 33.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 8 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks — better | Every 7 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Streaming Networks Inc. | Arbiter Incorporated |
In-app purchases
GvisionControl
No in-app purchases
Mako Assist
- Apprentice$4.99
- Journeyman$14.99
- Master$29.99
Questions
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