Comparison

Trimble D2Link 3 vs SteelCoded

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

Head to head
About

Trimble D2Link 3

This app connects commercial vehicle drivers to dispatch systems for efficient load assignment and fleet management. It facilitates the transfer of stop details and vehicle location data, enabling dispatchers to send load information and receive GPS readings. Features include signature capture, image capture, and messaging between drivers and dispatchers.

Highlights
  • Load assignment and fleet management
  • Stop details and vehicle location transfer
  • Signature and image capture
  • Driver-dispatcher messaging
  • Mobile imaging/document scanning
  • Decision-tree workflow
Features
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D²Link® is designed for commercial vehicle drivers to be used in connection with a Trimble Transportation dispatch application*. D²Link connects your drivers to your Trimble dispatch system via Apple® smart devices for efficient load assignment and fleet management, transferring stop details and vehicle location data between drivers and dispatchers. Within the Trimble dispatch software, dispatchers can send detailed load information and receive truck GPS** location readings from their drivers at regular intervals, even make use of geo-fencing to automatically flag arrivals and departures. Standard features include signature capture, image capture, stop location mapping and the ability to exchange messages between driver and dispatcher. Options such as Mobile Imaging / Document Scanning, CoPilot integration and additional capabilities are dependent on individual handset features, installed navigation apps and Trimble software licensing, network carrier policies and services. Operation requires active, compatible Trimble software and licensing. Please note that this version should only be installed by direction from your administrator as it is not compatible with all systems versions. * TMWSuite, TMW.Suite, TruckMate, and Trimble Maps DRTrack. **Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. ***New Features - Mobile Imaging / Document scanning integration - Decision-Tree like workflow - Calculated field based on other fields

About

SteelCoded

Streamline steel fabrication with digital automation. Manage steel location, inspection, and loading using QR code scanning. Seamlessly integrates with Tekla PowerFab for efficient project management.

Highlights
  • QR code scanning for steel tracking
  • Location and loading management
  • On-the-spot inspection recording
  • Tekla PowerFab integration
  • Digital automation of manual processes
  • User-friendly interface
Features
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Designed specifically for steel fabricators, say goodbye to cumbersome manual processes and embrace the efficiency of digital automation. Our app empowers you to seamlessly manage the location, inspection, and loading of steel within your fabrication shop. Utilizing QR codes affixed to steel labels, simply scan with your device to instantly update the steel's location within your desktop app. Whether it's moving from one workstation to another or being loaded onto a truck for delivery, tracking steel has never been easier. But that's not all – our app goes beyond basic tracking. It integrates seamlessly with Tekla PowerFab, allowing you to upload inspection data directly from the field. Perform on-the-spot inspections by scanning QR codes on steel labels, with inspection results automatically syncing with Tekla PowerFab for comprehensive project management. At the heart of our app is its user-friendly interface and intuitive design. We understand the demands of the steel fabrication industry, and our goal is to provide modern tools that simplify your daily operations. No more struggling with outdated software or convoluted processes – our app is designed to streamline your workflow and maximize productivity. Join the ranks of leading steel fabricators who are embracing the future of fabrication. Embrace the power of digital innovation and transform your fabrication shop with our app. Modernize your operations, enhance efficiency, and stay ahead of the competition. Try it today and experience the difference for yourself.

Screenshots

Trimble D2Link 34 screens
SteelCoded4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SteelCoded at 5.0 against Trimble D2Link 3's 2.4. SteelCoded also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months). Trimble D2Link 3's advantage is ratings volume (8 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SteelCoded holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Trimble D2Link 3 ships an update every 2 months, SteelCoded every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Trimble D2Link 3 versus SteelCoded: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTrimble D2Link 3SteelCoded
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (8 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size67 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTrimble Transportation Enterprise Solutions, Inc.Alejandro Magdaleno

Customer experience

Trimble D2Link 3

All ratings7 ratings
Positive14.3%
Neutral14.3%
Negative71.4%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

SteelCoded

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Trimble D2Link 3

No in-app purchases

None

SteelCoded

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Trimble D2Link 3 free?
Trimble D2Link 3 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SteelCoded free?
SteelCoded is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Trimble D2Link 3 or SteelCoded?
SteelCoded is rated higher. Trimble D2Link 3 averages 2.4 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while SteelCoded averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Trimble D2Link 3 or SteelCoded have ads?
Neither Trimble D2Link 3 nor SteelCoded shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Trimble D2Link 3 or SteelCoded?
Trimble D2Link 3 ships an update every 2 months, and SteelCoded every 9 days. Most recently, Trimble D2Link 3 was updated on November 3, 2026 and SteelCoded on November 4, 2026.

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