Comparison

PlanMaker vs VTech Companion Devices

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

Head to head
About

PlanMaker

This app offers a full-featured spreadsheet program for mobile devices, compatible with Excel files. Work on your spreadsheets anywhere with a comprehensive set of tools, including extensive calculation functions, data analysis, and charting capabilities. Seamlessly exchange data with desktop versions and save files locally or in the cloud.

Highlights
  • Excel file compatibility (XLSX, XLS)
  • Over 430 calculation functions
  • 1 million rows and 16384 columns
  • Conditional formatting
  • 80+ chart types
  • Cloud storage integration
Features
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■ PlanMaker ► The only complete Office spreadsheet program for your Excel files ► Work on your Excel spreadsheets wherever and whenever you want. ► When working on the go, take advantage of a feature set that you would otherwise only know from your PC or Mac. ► Almost all features can be used permanently free of charge. The complete set of features that you know from Microsoft Excel or PlanMaker on your Mac or PC is now offered by PlanMaker on your iPhone and iPad. Compatibility without compromise: PlanMaker uses the Microsoft Office XLSX format as its native format. This guarantees seamless data exchange. You can open your spreadsheets directly in Microsoft Excel without having to convert them. Intuitive operation on iPhone and iPad: PlanMaker always provides an ideal user experience, regardless of whether you're using it on your iPhone or an iPad. On an iPhone, you can use the practical toolbars with just one finger. On an iPad, you work with ribbons similar to those on your Mac or PC. Save locally or in the cloud: PlanMaker not only enables you to open and save documents stored on your device, but it also allows you to access your files in iCloud, Dropbox, OneDrive and all other cloud storage services. The PlanMaker user interface is available in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian and more than 20 other languages. PlanMaker brings the features of a desktop spreadsheet program to your iPhone and iPad. You shouldn't settle for less. ■ Working with files ► Worksheets can be losslessly exchanged with PlanMaker for Windows, Mac and Linux. ► Open and save XLSX and XLS files with full fidelity from Microsoft Excel 5.0 to 2021 and Excel 365, also with password protection ► Import and export assistant for text files ■ Extensive calculation capabilities ► More than 430 calculation functions ► 1 million rows and 16384 columns ► Complex numbers and array functions ► AutoSum, AutoProduct, AutoFill, etc. ► External references ■ Editing and formatting ► Conditional formatting ► Format painter for the rapid transfer of formatting ► Borders, shading, fill patterns ► Cell styles ► Forms with input fields, checkboxes, dropdown lists, etc. ► Syntax highlighting ► Input validation (data validation) ► Sheet, workbook and document protection with encryption ■ Analyzing data ► AutoFilter ► Data grouping (outliner) ► Detective ("formula auditing") for troubleshooting worksheets ■ Comprehensive graphics functions ► Draw and design directly in the worksheet ► Excel-compatible AutoShapes ► Insert images ► Crop pictures, change brightness, contrast and gamma ► TextArt function for striking font effects ■ Presenting and visualizing data ► More than 80 types of 2D and 3D charts, for example, column and pie charts ► Impressive effects on charts: soft shadows, rounded edges, etc. ■ Other features Almost all features of PlanMaker for iOS can be used free of charge. The following additional features are available to you via an inexpensive subscription: ► Printing ► Export to PDF and PDF/A ► Pivot tables ► Distributing text to cells ► Scenarios ► Data consolidation ► Sharing documents directly from PlanMaker ► Free customer support A single subscription unlocks these features simultaneously in PlanMaker, TextMaker and Presentations for iOS. License agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

VTech Companion Devices

This application connects to VTech work-from-anywhere series products, starting with the VCS601 Bluetooth conference speakerphone. It allows users to manage device settings, update firmware, and access features like voice assistance.

Highlights
  • Firmware upgrades
  • Power save time selection
  • Key tone enable/disable
  • Access mobile voice assistance
  • Superior sound quality management
  • 360-degree voice pickup control
Features
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This app is for VTech work from wnywhere series products. The first available product is VTech VCS601 Bluetooth conference speakerphone. Features of VCS601: - Superior sound quality - Built-in 6 mic to provide 360 degree voice pick up - Reverse power charging (powerbank feature) - Access mobile's voice assistance - Smart LED indicator - Super long call time - 3.5mm headset port for privacy call - Anti-bacterial plastic Use the app to: - Upgrade firmware - Select power save time - Enable/disable key tone

Screenshots

PlanMaker4 screens
VTech Companion Devices4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: PlanMaker at 4.7 against VTech Companion Devices's 2.7. PlanMaker also leads on review sentiment (82% vs 50%) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 41 months). VTech Companion Devices's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ads, 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

Both are free to download. PlanMaker sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. VTech Companion Devices asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PlanMaker holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PlanMaker has 174 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of PlanMaker's written reviews are positive against 50% of VTech Companion Devices's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PlanMaker ships an update every 2 months, VTech Companion Devices every 41 months. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
PlanMaker versus VTech Companion Devices: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlanMakerVTech Companion Devices
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (174 ratings) — better2.7 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews82.1% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings174 — better7
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 41 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size66 MB131 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSoftMaker Software GmbHVTech Telecommunications Limited

Customer experience

PlanMaker

All ratings174 ratings
Positive93.7%
Neutral4.0%
Negative2.3%
Written reviews56 reviews
Positive82.1%
Neutral7.1%
Negative10.7%

VTech Companion Devices

All ratings7 ratings
Positive42.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative57.1%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

PlanMaker

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • Spreadsheet corruption and data deletion
  • Blue line appearing in the center of the screen
  • Freezing when changing font/font size
  • Loading spinner and blue line persist after saving
  • App crashes when selecting cells and background color
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  • Graphical glitches/flickering with original keyboard

Requested features

10 requests
  • Support for ODS file saving
  • Ability to adjust image size within cells
  • More robust cloud support (OneDrive, Dropbox)
  • Numeric keyboard integration
  • Drag and drop cells functionality
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  • PDF import and annotation
  • Dark theme/mode
  • Improved zoom functionality for better column visibility
  • Option for one-time purchase instead of subscription for printing
  • Ability to import/export files via more cloud services

VTech Companion Devices

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

PlanMaker

Subscriptions2
  • Unlock all features7 Days trial$1.491 Month
  • Unlock all features7 Days trial$13.491 Year
None

VTech Companion Devices

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PlanMaker free?
PlanMaker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VTech Companion Devices free?
VTech Companion Devices is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, PlanMaker or VTech Companion Devices?
PlanMaker is rated higher. PlanMaker averages 4.7 out of 5 from 174 ratings, while VTech Companion Devices averages 2.7 from 7 ratings.
Do PlanMaker or VTech Companion Devices have ads?
Neither PlanMaker nor VTech Companion Devices shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PlanMaker or VTech Companion Devices?
PlanMaker ships an update every 2 months, and VTech Companion Devices every 41 months. Most recently, PlanMaker was updated on September 19, 2026 and VTech Companion Devices on September 22, 2026.

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