Meshtastic vs IRMO
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Meshtastic
This app enables off-grid, decentralized communication via a low-power mesh network. Send text messages in areas lacking cellular or WiFi service.
- Off-grid communication
- Decentralized mesh network
- Low-power LoRa radio support
- Text messaging
- No cellular/WiFi required
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Meshtastic® is an open source, off-grid, decentralized, mesh network built to run on low-power Lora radios letting you send text messages in areas without reliable cellular or WiFi service.
IRMO
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IRMO Smart Movement Assistant app provides full-cycle intelligent management for your assistive gear, with personalized AI-powered activity tracking and precise energy monitoring—making every journey more efficient and more reliable. Real-time Device ControlQuickly pair with your exoskeleton to view connection status, battery level, assist modes, and operational parameters at a glance. Stay updated on your device’s performance to ensure every movement is powered with precision. Activity Data TrackingRecord key metrics including workout duration, steps, assist usage, Terrain-specific Mileage and intensity. Visualize weekly trends to monitor progress, optimize training rhythm, and make every session data-driven. Step-by-step Setup GuideClear, illustrated instructions guide you through powering on, fitting, and mode switching. New users can get started quickly with zero technical barriers. Multi-device ManagementAdd and manage multiple exoskeletons in one place, with one-tap switching between different devices for various scenarios. No repeated pairing needed, for hassle-free control. Personalized SettingsCustomize assist parameters, preferences, and account info in the profile center. Access frequently used features with one tap to tailor the experience to your training habits. Whether in the mountains and forests or on city walks, IRMO is your intelligent movement assistant. Go further. Live freer.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Meshtastic at every 10 days against IRMO's every 6 weeks. Meshtastic also leads on device support (4 vs 2). IRMO's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.5). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Meshtastic ships an update every 10 days, IRMO every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Meshtastic | IRMO |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (824 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 44.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 824 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.5 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 95 MB | 198 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Meshtastic LLC | IRMO BOT LIMITED |
Bugs and requests
Meshtastic
Reported bugs
4 issues- Canned messages configuration issues
- Location sharing and traceroute functions not working
- Settings screen bugs and crashes
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between devices
Requested features
5 requests- Offline maps support
- Ability to customize notifications
- More sorting and filtering options for nodes
- Apple Watch and Shortcuts integration
- Improved documentation and user guidance
IRMO
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Meshtastic
No in-app purchases
IRMO
No in-app purchases
