Comparison

Electrical Troubleshooting MS vs mechatronic

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

Head to head
About

Electrical Troubleshooting MS

Learn to troubleshoot electrical circuits with a virtual voltmeter and PLC logic. This app offers 17 random electrical problems for a challenging learning experience, allowing you to practice identifying issues in motor starters and control circuits.

Highlights
  • 17 random electrical problems
  • Virtual voltmeter with probes
  • Animated motor starter
  • Switch between schematic and PLC logic
  • Troubleshooting Assistant
  • Normal and troubleshooting modes
Features
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Totally FREE! No ads or pop-ups! How this App Works: This app has 17 different electrical problems that are randomly selected to provide a fun and challenging learning experience. It is certain to help you become more proficient in troubleshooting with a voltmeter. The motor starter is animated so that you can SEE the different contact configurations between forward and reverse. Another unique feature of this app is the ability to instantly switch back and forth between the control schematic and the real time PLC logic. There is also a "Troubleshooting Assistant" to help test the control circuit and find the problems. The app is initially in normal mode. This allows you to experience: - How a reversing starter works. - How to use the virtual voltmeter probes to measure voltages at various test points (small black squares, which turn red when the voltmeter makes contact with them) in the control circuit. - Analyze the PLC logic, when the starter is in various control modes Run (FWD & Rev), Off and Auto (FWD & REV). The HMI only has control in Auto. The selector switches work as indicated by control circuit. After the you understand how the motor starter works in the various control modes, you can check your troubleshooting skills by going to "Settings" (touch the 'More' button (at the top of the app) and then the gear icon) and selecting troubleshooting mode. Touch the "Arrow Back" icon to return to the control schematic. You will notice that the screen background has turned a light green, indicating that it is in troubleshooting mode and has a problem that needs to be found. Use the "Troubleshooting assistant" at the top, right side of the control schematic to help set the operator switches for testing. Use the voltmeter probes and PLC logic screen to identify the problem. Once you believe that you have identified the problem, touch "Problem Identified" button at the top of the app. A list of possible problems will appear. If you cannot determine the problem, at the bottom of the list, there is an item to provide the answer. If you desire to put the control system back in to normal (Non Troubleshooting Mode - No electrical problems) to learn more about how it is suppose to work, go to the settings section and unselect "Troubleshooting Mode". It is truly a great learning tool for anybody that wants to be able to fully utilize a voltmeter to troubleshoot a control circuit.

About

mechatronic

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The “mechatronic” learning software is based on many years of experience as a lecturer and consistent exchange with teachers and learners. Suitable as teaching and learning material. Our learning software leads to success through trial, error and knowledge! - Fundamentals of electrical engineering - Create a variety of circuits (from templates or your own) on our realistic lighting system - Checking, testing and measuring (with troubleshooting possible!) - Important information on driving behavior on our chassis simulator - Knowledge tests on all subject areas - The course covers the fundamentals of alternative drive systems, with a focus on hydrogen technology. The structure and function of key components such as the ion exchanger, fuel cell stack, tank, safety valve, and air system are explained, as well as important testing and safety aspects. Particular emphasis is placed on pressure behavior, leak detection, drainage, and system activation. Key processes and interrelationships are explained using typical driving situations such as standstill, acceleration, deceleration, or reversing, as well as the refueling process. We are setting new standards in technical training with our learning content. - Systematic and brain-friendly structure of learning content - Individual learning pace - Targeted repetition - Comparison of own performance with the learning objective Breathtaking learning content in 3D and augmented reality (AR). The aim of our development is to make a significant contribution to quality assurance. For this reason, we have made it our mission to continuously develop the learning content! This project was funded by the “Ministry of Economy, Labor and Tourism” and the “Future Initiative Crafts 2025”. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Electrical Troubleshooting MS4 screens
mechatronic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Electrical Troubleshooting MS at none against mechatronic's 4. Electrical Troubleshooting MS also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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. mechatronic sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $17.99 per month. Electrical Troubleshooting MS asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Electrical Troubleshooting MS ships an update weekly, mechatronic fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Electrical Troubleshooting MS versus mechatronic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterElectrical Troubleshooting MSmechatronic
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (118 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews88.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings118 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB698 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperDavid WhiteVirtoon OHG

In-app purchases

None

Electrical Troubleshooting MS

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

mechatronic

Subscriptions3
  • Monatsabo$17.991 Month
  • Jahresabo$69.901 Year
  • 6-Monatsabo$69.906 Months
One-time1
  • Permanent license$19.99

Questions

Is Electrical Troubleshooting MS free?
Electrical Troubleshooting MS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is mechatronic free?
mechatronic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Electrical Troubleshooting MS or mechatronic have ads?
Neither Electrical Troubleshooting MS nor mechatronic shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Electrical Troubleshooting MS or mechatronic?
Electrical Troubleshooting MS ships an update weekly, and mechatronic fortnightly. Most recently, Electrical Troubleshooting MS was updated on September 19, 2026 and mechatronic on September 14, 2026.

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