Comparison

123 IoT Console vs SquirrelView Mobile

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

Head to head
About

123 IoT Console

Features
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Control panel for managing your IoT devices.This version of the App provides the following features:1) Data management: View real-time and historical IoT sensor data, graph raw or average data, share data channels and groups, manage automatic alerts when readings cross user-defined thresholds, export data in CSV format.2) Device Management: adjust sampling rates for the sensors on the IoT device, enable/disable sensors, change how often the devices synchronises with the IoT Platform, monitor data usage, view device details (battery status, serial number, etc.)3) Logs and messages: manage data logs, view alert notifications and see details of data imports and exports.4) IoT Device Setup: Setup device Wi-Fi and GPRS (not available on WS1)

About

SquirrelView Mobile

Features
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SquirrelView Mobile - Modern Control for SQ16 Data Loggers SquirrelView is the modern replacement for the traditional LCD screen and button interface found on previous generation data loggers. Control and monitor your Grant Instruments SQ16 series Bluetooth-enabled data loggers directly from your smartphone. COMPATIBLE DEVICES • SQ16 Basic • SQ16 Plus KEY FEATURES • Real-time Temperature Monitoring - View instantaneous meter readings from all logger channels • Logger Control - Arm or disarm your logger remotely • Channel Configuration - Configure analog and reference junction channels • System Information - Check firmware version, battery voltage, and device status • Bluetooth Connectivity - Wireless connection eliminates the need for physical buttons and screens SIMPLE TO USE 1. Activate Bluetooth on your SQ16 logger (hold power button for 8 seconds) 2. Open SquirrelView and scan for devices 3. Connect to your logger 4. Monitor, configure settings, or arm/disarm logging ABOUT GRANT INSTRUMENTS Grant Instruments has been manufacturing precision data loggers for temperature monitoring and validation since 1986. The SQ16 series represents our latest generation of professional monitoring equipment, combining proven reliability with modern wireless connectivity. NO SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED One-time download. No ongoing fees. No cloud services. All data stays on your device. REQUIREMENTS • Android device with Bluetooth 4.0 or higher • Grant Instruments SQ16 series data logger with Bluetooth enabled For technical support or product information, visit grantinstruments.com

Screenshots

123 IoT Console4 screens
SquirrelView Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: SquirrelView Mobile at every 9 days against 123 IoT Console's every 7 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

123 IoT Console ships an update every 7 months, SquirrelView Mobile every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
123 IoT Console versus SquirrelView Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter123 IoT ConsoleSquirrelView Mobile
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJustin West LimitedGrant Instruments

In-app purchases

None

123 IoT Console

No in-app purchases

None

SquirrelView Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 123 IoT Console free?
123 IoT Console is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SquirrelView Mobile free?
SquirrelView Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do 123 IoT Console or SquirrelView Mobile have ads?
Neither 123 IoT Console nor SquirrelView Mobile shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 123 IoT Console or SquirrelView Mobile?
123 IoT Console ships an update every 7 months, and SquirrelView Mobile every 9 days. Most recently, 123 IoT Console was updated on September 10, 2026 and SquirrelView Mobile on September 9, 2026.

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