Comparison

fx12 vs Hardness Conversion Master

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

Head to head
About

fx12

This app provides a real-time interface for viewing and changing parameters of compatible devices, including altimeter and GPS data. It offers enhanced charting, usability improvements, and new flight analysis tools. An optional Apple Watch app allows for remote telemetry viewing and model control.

Highlights
  • Real-time altimeter and GPS data viewing
  • Parameter control for compatible devices
  • Improved charting with intuitive UI
  • New terrain view on maps
  • Dedicated timer view for flight parameters
  • 3D flight visualization (Beta)
  • Advanced flight analysis tools (Beta)
Features
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fx12 is the companion app for Favionics fx12 / fx24 timers, fxRDT, and fxWS devices. It gives you a clear interface to view and change parameters on fx12 and fxRDT, including altimeter and GPS data in real time. The optional Apple Watch app shows live telemetry and lets you RDT the model from your wrist. This app may use your location even when it isn’t open, which can decrease device battery life. Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. DEVICES & CONTROL • Connect fx12 , fxRDT recorders, and fxWS wireless sensors over Bluetooth • View and edit timer programs, DT, hook, and servos • Save and load programs; compare changes before loading onto a model • Real-time altimeter and GPS data from the model • Model list indicators for sleep mode and live RDT data • Optional beep when switching parameters (can be disabled in Settings) • Custom numeric keyboard with +1 / −1 steps and Done for faster editing MAPS & LIVE TRACKING • Native GPS map with follow mode and pilot steer cues • Terrain view for better spatial awareness • Automatic zoom as you approach the model — easier to use while riding a bike • Markers show GPS freshness and time since last GPS data • Accuracy circle when GPS reception is weak • Optional Timer view to monitor flight time and key parameters (enable in Settings) FLIGHTS, CHARTS & ANALYSIS • Clean charting for altitude and flight data • Share flights as full .fx12alti data for easy re-import • Flight analysis — launch altitude detection, BNT analysis, and dedicated metric charts COMPETITION & FIELD USE • Competition mode with Practice / Competition switch on Model Box • Flight-period schedules and minimum DT warnings (DT turns red when below the minimum) CLOUD BACKUP & MIGRATION • Back up and restore to iCloud and Google Drive • Keep multiple backups so you can roll back if data is corrupted • Restore models when migrating to a new phone • Selective restore — choose which models to bring back • Clear Google account status and sign-out from the app • Guidance when importing data from older Favionics apps APPLE WATCH • Real-time telemetry on the Watch • RDT the model from your wrist NATIVE iOS EXPERIENCE • Major native SwiftUI rewrite with a modern glass UI (iOS 18+) • Faster, more reliable Bluetooth connect and reconnect • Designed for competition free-flight pilots who need dependable control at the field

About

Hardness Conversion Master

Features
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A professional hardness conversion tool designed for mechanical engineering, metal heat treatment, and quality management, providing quick, stable, and traceable engineering reference data. **Key Features** 1. **Industrial-Grade Precision** The conversion logic is based on ASTM E140 / ASTM A370 standards, utilizing high-density reference points and linear interpolation to deliver stable and reproducible conversion results. 2. **Flexible Input and Real-Time Synchronization** Allows direct input in any hardness field (e.g., HRC / HV / HBW), with real-time conversion across other units, enhancing on-site operational efficiency. 3. **Physical Range Protection Mechanism** Built-in effective range checks for each scale, displaying "No Reference Value" when out of range, reducing the risk of misinterpretation. 4. **Customizable Interface** Enables toggling unit displays and drag-and-drop sorting to create a workspace tailored to individual or production line processes. 5. **Image Conversion (Beta)** Supports photo/album import, area selection recognition, result comparison, and manual correction, suitable for quick conversion of reports and on-site records. 6. **Batch Conversion** Allows multiple data entries for rapid conversion, retaining the last used unit preference to minimize repetitive actions. **Supported Units** - Rockwell: HRC, HRA, HRB, HRD, HRF - Superficial Rockwell: HR15N, HR30N, HR45N, HR15T, HR30T, HR45T - Brinell: HB, HBW - Vickers: HV - Tensile Strength: MPa

Screenshots

fx124 screens
Hardness Conversion Master4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: fx12 at none against Hardness Conversion Master's 1. fx12 also leads on ads (none vs shown). Hardness Conversion Master's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Hardness Conversion Master sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. fx12 asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

fx12 ships an update fortnightly, Hardness Conversion Master every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
fx12 versus Hardness Conversion Master: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameterfx12Hardness Conversion Master
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.017.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB259 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFavionicsPOYU WANG

In-app purchases

None

fx12

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Hardness Conversion Master

One-time1
  • Unlock Pro$1.99

Questions

Is fx12 free?
fx12 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Hardness Conversion Master free?
Hardness Conversion Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do fx12 or Hardness Conversion Master have ads?
Hardness Conversion Master shows ads; fx12 does not.
Which is updated more often, fx12 or Hardness Conversion Master?
fx12 ships an update fortnightly, and Hardness Conversion Master every 3 days. Most recently, fx12 was updated on October 24, 2026 and Hardness Conversion Master on October 31, 2026.

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