Comparison

Messenger BLE vs FE Connect

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

Head to head
About

Messenger BLE

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The RemoteIQ Messenger BLE application offers a brand new way to interact with your Messenger BLE. This app leverages the Bluetooth® capabilities of your Messenger BLE to rapidly transfer real-time data from the palm of your hand. Use this app to pair your smartphone or tablet with your Messenger BLE to have complete visibility and control of your operations while on site. The RemoteIQ Messenger BLE app grants complete access to: - Live real-time monitoring data including customizable lists of channel data, J1939 CANbus diagnostics, and Messenger BLE device status information - Engine, pump and I/O controls - Messenger BLE device configurations - Messenger BLE device firmware updates

About

FE Connect

Enhance service for connected Franklin Electric products with this app. It offers remote monitoring, troubleshooting, and secure temporary access for expert support, streamlining installations and repairs. Get real-time logs, firmware updates, and commissioning reports from your mobile device.

Highlights
  • Remote product monitoring and troubleshooting
  • Secure temporary access for expert support
  • Real-time logs and commissioning reports
  • Over-the-air firmware updates
  • Template creation for configuration saving
  • Intuitive setup and navigation
Features
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FE Connect enables onsite connectivity along with virtual collaboration and support, enhancing the way you service Franklin Electric products from your handheld device. Using intuitive setup features – as well as real-time logs and monitoring – FE Connect allows you to support any Franklin Electric product equipped with wireless connectivity. You can monitor and troubleshoot products, minimizing hands-on interaction with the drive or protection device. And now, FE Connect offers even more interactive support via the app’s One-to-One™ tool. This new feature allows you to easily and securely give support team members temporary access privileges via one of two modes: Handoff for real-time programming access or View Only for read-only capabilities. It’s one more way Franklin Electric is supporting professionals so you can get on to the next job faster. Discover intuitive setup and navigation for your Franklin Electric products: - Pairs quickly with compatible drives and protections - Startup is simple with in-app guidance - Access over-the-air firmware updates for effortless upgrades Quickly service more jobs: - Create and manage templates to easily save and load configurations from one installation to the next - Save connected devices and manage locations to quickly reconnect Access local monitoring & unlock full-view logs and reporting: - Get real-time product status - Conveniently collect auto-generated commissioning reports and time-stamped logs Get expert support how you need it: - With FE Connect’s One-to-One service feature, installers can give temporary access to Franklin Electric’s support team or their own internal experts for real-time, live support. - Additional in-app support tools troubleshoot potential issues and recommend corrective actions – no internet connection required - Email serves as a pre-call reporting, streamlining troubleshooting when contacting Franklin Electric Support Refer to your Franklin Electric Product Owner’s Manual for details and safety information regarding access. Connect with us! Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/franklinwater/ Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/franklin-electric/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/franklin.water/ Privacy Policies & Terms of Use: https://franklin-electric.com/policies/ -- Franklin Electric is a global leader in the engineering, manufacturing and distribution of products and systems focused on the movement and management of water. We offer pumps, motors, drives, and controls for use in a wide variety of agricultural, commercial, industrial, mining, municipal, and residential applications.

Screenshots

Messenger BLE4 screens
FE Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: FE Connect at every 2 months against Messenger BLE's every 5 months. Messenger BLE's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). 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

Messenger BLE ships an update every 5 months, FE Connect every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Messenger BLE versus FE Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMessenger BLEFE Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.4 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—7 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB73 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCattron North America, INCFranklin Electric Co., Inc.

In-app purchases

None

Messenger BLE

No in-app purchases

None

FE Connect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Messenger BLE free?
Messenger BLE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FE Connect free?
FE Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Messenger BLE or FE Connect have ads?
Neither Messenger BLE nor FE Connect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Messenger BLE or FE Connect?
Messenger BLE ships an update every 5 months, and FE Connect every 2 months. Most recently, Messenger BLE was updated on October 5, 2026 and FE Connect on October 7, 2026.

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