Comparison

Altrad iLink vs R.A.T Work App

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

Head to head
About

Altrad iLink

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Altrad iLink allows current and future employees, who work remotely, to stay up-to-date with all things Altrad. Visit www.altrad.com for full details on who we are, what we do and where we operate. Altrad in the UK operates in a number of energy and industrial sectors. Our people’s trades range from Flange Integrity Management, Non-Destructive Testing, Painting and Blasting, to Rigging, Scaffolding and Rope Access to name but a few. With such a diverse population of individuals who work remotely and do not necessarily have easy access to key information, a people management application was needed - Altrad iLink was created. Connecting with Altrad couldn’t be easier. The quick and simple registration process creates your bespoke Altrad profile, where you can update your personal information as well as your CV; ensuring you are in control of your information at all times. If you are ready to mobilise to your next assignment, let us know at the touch of a button through the Altrad iLink app. Altrad iLink puts your career in your hands.

About

R.A.T Work App

Features
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R.A.T Work is a comprehensive platform developed to streamline the way IRATA rope access technicians and employers connect, collaborate, and manage essential documentation. Purpose built for the rope access industry, where efficiency, compliance, and trust are paramount. FOR TECHNICIANS Find and apply for rope access work faster than ever. Browse jobs near you, apply in seconds, and track your application status in real-time. Set your availability and get discovered by employers in your area. Manage all your professional documents in one place β€” store your IRATA credentials, CSCS cards, and LOLER certificates, set expiry alerts, and share them with employers instantly. Sign job documents, RAMS, and training day materials digitally before work begins. Create and send professional invoices with automatic CIS deductions, track payment status, and download PDFs β€” all without leaving the app. Stay connected with your project team through real-time group chat, access method statements and safety documentation, and report incidents or near-misses instantly. FOR EMPLOYERS Post jobs with detailed requirements, manage applications, and accept the right technicians with one tap. View technician profiles, certifications, and ratings before making a decision. Create and manage RAMS documents with AI-powered safety suggestions, link them to specific jobs, and track signature completion across your entire team. Run training days with digital document signing β€” trainees must sign all documents before accessing the project group. Build your team with favourites, manage your blacklist, and keep a complete history of every technician you've worked with. Receive signed documents directly to your email the moment a trainee completes their paperwork. BUILT FOR COMPLIANCE Digital signatures, document tracking, incident reporting, RIDDOR classification, and certificate verification β€” everything you need to stay compliant on every job. Download R.A.T Work today and experience the smarter way to manage rope access work.

Screenshots

Altrad iLink4 screens
R.A.T Work App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Altrad iLink at none against R.A.T Work App's shown. R.A.T Work App's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Altrad iLink ships an update every 3 months, R.A.T Work App every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Altrad iLink versus R.A.T Work App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAltrad iLinkR.A.T Work App
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 9 days β€” better
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size66 MB56 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperSTORK TS UK LIMITEDROPE ACCESS TECHNICIAN WORK LTD

In-app purchases

None

Altrad iLink

No in-app purchases

None

R.A.T Work App

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Altrad iLink free?
Altrad iLink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is R.A.T Work App free?
R.A.T Work App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Altrad iLink or R.A.T Work App have ads?
R.A.T Work App shows ads; Altrad iLink does not.
Which is updated more often, Altrad iLink or R.A.T Work App?
Altrad iLink ships an update every 3 months, and R.A.T Work App every 9 days. Most recently, Altrad iLink was updated on September 14, 2026 and R.A.T Work App on October 31, 2026.

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