Comparison

Schmalz Controlroom vs Rackviz

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

Head to head
About

Schmalz Controlroom

This app allows for the identification, reading, and parameterization of smart field devices. It collects real-time process data for analysis, providing insights into system efficiency and availability. Users can edit device information, settings, and clone configurations between devices.

Highlights
  • Identify Schmalz devices
  • Display process information
  • Edit device settings
  • Clone device configurations
  • Access service documents
  • View error/warning messages
Features
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With the Schmalz ControlRoom Schmalz devices can be identified, read and parameterized. Times for the initial setup and maintenance can be shortened significantly. In addition, the smart field devices from Schmalz collect data directly from the process. This real time data can be analyzed in the ControlRoom and can provide relevant insights in the efficiency and the availability of the system. Overview of the functions: • Identification of Schmalz devices • Display of process information • Display of settings • Display of error and warning messages • Access to additional documents and contact to the Schmalz service • Editing of device information and localization data (storage location, installation location, date of installation) • Editing of device settings and process settings such as vacuum levels and switching points • Transfer of settings from one device to another (Cloning) The NFC-connection is established between the product and the smartphone (see the NFC logo on the product). Data can be read and edited on the smartphone and transferred back to the product. If the Schmalz device has no power supply, data can still be read. Changes in values will be saved and activated once the power supply is restored. Advantages of the Schmalz ControlRoom: • Availability of the most important data on one device • Purchasing costs will be reduced by up to 40 percent (no additional display needed) • Installation time decreases by up to 75 percent • Service times will be reduced by up to 80 percent • Cost reduction due to lower machine downtimes

About

Rackviz

Features
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This application, Rackviz, is a dimension-checking tool for IT equipment such as network devices and servers when installing them in a rack. Its main features are as follows: Checker Function (Main Tab) Input of the rack’s usable depth and rail positions Input of each device’s depth and front/back protrusion Safety margin settings Dimension calculation and interference checking Visual display of results Saving and sharing of calculation results Device Library Function Save dimension information for frequently used devices Search by manufacturer name and model number Apply saved device data directly to the checker Result History Function Save and review past calculation results Detailed display for each saved result Delete unwanted history entries Other Features Japanese/English language toggle Dark mode support Export calculation results as images By allowing data center and server-room personnel to verify dimensional compatibility before actual installation, this app helps prevent on-site issues and ensures a smoother workflow.

Screenshots

Schmalz Controlroom4 screens
Rackviz4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Schmalz Controlroom at Free against Rackviz's $3.99. Rackviz's advantage is update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 5 months). On ads, in-app purchases, 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

Schmalz Controlroom is free to download; Rackviz costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Schmalz Controlroom ships an update every 5 months, Rackviz every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Schmalz Controlroom versus Rackviz: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSchmalz ControlroomRackviz
PriceFree — better$3.99
Rating1.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJ. Schmalz GmbHMASAHIRO HIRAIWA

In-app purchases

None

Schmalz Controlroom

No in-app purchases

None

Rackviz

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Schmalz Controlroom free?
Schmalz Controlroom is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Rackviz free?
Rackviz costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Schmalz Controlroom or Rackviz have ads?
Neither Schmalz Controlroom nor Rackviz shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Schmalz Controlroom or Rackviz?
Schmalz Controlroom ships an update every 5 months, and Rackviz every 4 weeks. Most recently, Schmalz Controlroom was updated on November 3, 2026 and Rackviz on November 8, 2026.

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