Comparison

weCon vs MAICO@NFC

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

Head to head
About

weCon

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Quick and Easy Sensor Parameterization The weCon app is the solution for mobile parameterization and data transfer. Whether via Bluetooth or NFC, the app gives you easy access to the parameters of your sensors. Using an intuitive user interface, you can make a wide range of settings in the app before transferring them to the sensors. It is also possible to read existing configurations directly from the sensors. Functions with Bluetooth interface: • Display readings directly on your smartphone for quick and easy analysis • Display of height profiles directly on the smartphone for comprehensive analysis and planning • Parameterization over long distances with an impressive range of up to 10 m depending on the installation situation Functions with NFC interface (Near Field Communication transmission standard) • Set parameters on the smartphone for easy commissioning • Save time with continuous mode for serial applications • Parameterization at a distance of up to 5 cm A convenient and efficient way to monitor and control your sensors is crucial, especially in industrial and manufacturing applications. Install the weCon app from wenglor sensoric group now and experience the benefits of fast and reliable sensor parameterization.

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MAICO@NFC

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MAICO@NFC – optimal indoor climate with maximum comfort thanks to NFC With the new MAICO@NFC app for the ER fan from Maico, configuring your fan is child's play. The app enables quick and easy setup, even when the power is off before actual installation or while still in the sales packaging. You can customise the volume flows, time parameters and interval times. Choose between automatic and manual humidity control and configure the desired humidity values. A configuration lock prevents unauthorised users from making unwanted changes to the device configuration. The parameters programmed on the fan are displayed when you press a button. Support for filter replacement The app shows when a filter replacement is necessary and allows you to set the filter replacement interval. It also offers a direct link to the filter shop, including a convenient filter subscription service. With a corresponding MAICO account, your personal configurations can be securely stored in the MAICO cloud so that you can access them at any time. Specially designed for specialist tradespeople The MAICO@NFC app is specially designed for professional tradespeople. A configuration can be easily transferred to any number of fans. Configurations can also be shared with other app users. Configurations already stored in the app can be transferred when changing smartphones, provided the user has a MAICO account. It is important to strictly observe the parameters specified in the design. Further information can be found in the installation and operating instructions supplied with the ER cover. MAICO@NFC also provides the following information on the device status: • Switch input cycles Nominal load • Total operating time • Motor operating time • Time of commissioning • Time zone • Error code • Control ID • Current firmware version • Control type • Application type • Item number • Last read • Last configured Experience a new dimension in fan control with the Maico app – for an optimal indoor climate and maximum comfort. The MAICO@NFC app is available in the following languages: • German • English • French • Croatian • Polish • Ukrainian

Screenshots

weCon4 screens
MAICO@NFC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: MAICO@NFC at every 3 weeks against weCon's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

weCon ships an update every 2 months, MAICO@NFC every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on May 31, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
weCon versus MAICO@NFC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterweConMAICO@NFC
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWenglor sensoric elektronische Geraete GmbHMaico Elektroapparate-Fabrik GmbH

In-app purchases

None

weCon

No in-app purchases

None

MAICO@NFC

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is weCon free?
weCon is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MAICO@NFC free?
MAICO@NFC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do weCon or MAICO@NFC have ads?
Neither weCon nor MAICO@NFC shows ads.
Which is updated more often, weCon or MAICO@NFC?
weCon ships an update every 2 months, and MAICO@NFC every 3 weeks. Most recently, weCon was updated on May 31, 2026 and MAICO@NFC on September 13, 2026.

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