THEye Controller vs Miniscope
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
THEye Controller
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THEye Controller - Application for TH-2 Bluetooth temperature and humidity devices. Features : - Automatic detection of THEye sensors - Real-time monitoring of measurements - Recording frequency settings - Storage of up to 520,000 measurement points - Measurement download and analysis via graphical display Technical data THEye TH-2 : - Temperature: -20 to 70 °C (±0.3 °C) - Humidity: 0 to 100% (±2.0%) - CE certification - 8-year autonomy - Bluetooth Low Energy connection (BLE 5.0) Fields of use : - Cold chain monitoring - Transport of precious objects - Laboratories and sensitive environments More info: theye.ch Privacy policy: theye.ch/en/privacy
Miniscope
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This application is only applicable to devices with Type-C ports. Miniscope is the official companion app for the Centauri Optics Miniscope microscope. View live microscopic images, zoom in on details, and capture high‑quality photos or videos directly to your device. Full Description Miniscope app by Centauri Optics Miniscope app is the dedicated viewing app for the Centauri Optics Miniscope series of microscopes, transforming your iPad into a high‑resolution digital microscope interface. Connect your Miniscope via USB‑C and start exploring the microscopic world instantly, no complicated setup required. Key Features: Live Video Feed – View real‑time images from your Miniscope with smooth, high‑resolution streaming. Zoom Function – Pinch to zoom or use on‑screen controls to examine fine details in your samples. Image and Video Capture – Take high‑quality still images or record full‑motion videos directly from the live feed. Time‑Lapse Recording – Document slow processes like crystal formation, microorganism movement, or plant cell changes. Simple Storage and Sharing – Save files directly to your device for easy access in reports, presentations, or archives. Plug‑and‑Play Simplicity – Just connect via USB‑C to start observing immediately. Ideal For: Classroom demonstrations and hands‑on STEM learning Student projects and science experiments Hobbyists exploring plant, water, or material samples Fieldwork and mobile microscopy setups The Miniscope app makes digital microscopy simple, portable, and precise, giving you a clear window into the hidden world.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: THEye Controller at 13.0 against Miniscope's 17.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | THEye Controller | Miniscope |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 116 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | FiveCo sarl | Centauri Optics Limited |
In-app purchases
THEye Controller
No in-app purchases
Miniscope
No in-app purchases









