AM vs MachBackflow
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
AM
This utility app connects to a specialized probe to measure fats, oils, and grease levels. It utilizes Bluetooth Low Energy for seamless communication with the probe, providing essential data for monitoring and analysis.
- FOG level measurement
- BLE probe communication
- Data monitoring
- Water analytics support
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The app measures the FOG levels ( Fats, oils and grease ) using the FOG probe which communicates via BLE connection.
MachBackflow
This app streamlines backflow prevention assembly testing by capturing real-time pressure readings or allowing manual entry. It automatically generates accurate reports and manages all your tests efficiently from the field.
- Real-time pressure capture
- Supports all assembly types and procedures
- Autofill property and assembly information
- Accurate, error-free PDF reports
- Cloud synchronization
- Powerful search and filters
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MachBackflow is the ultimate mobile solution for backflow prevention assembly testing. Whether you’re using the Mid-West® Instrument 855® Digital Test Kit, the industry-leading 845® Test Kit, or another model of test kit, the app puts complete control in the hands of the tester. Capture real-time pressure readings with the 855® or manually enter results from any test kit. Generate reports automatically and manage all your tests with ease — right from the field. Key Features: Real-Time Pressure Capture Instantly record pressure values from your test kit – 855® Digital, 845®, and other test kits. Supports All Assemblies & Procedures Test RP, DC, PVB, and SVB assemblies using all known procedures with full compliance. Autofill Property & Assembly Info Pre-fill test forms using address or serial number lookup, or enter details manually. Accurate + Error-Free Reports Eliminate handwriting errors. Sync directly to the cloud and generate PDF test reports on the spot. Powerful Search & Filters Quickly retrieve past tests by status (Pass, Fail, Repair) or assembly type.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AM at none against MachBackflow's 3. AM also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). MachBackflow's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. MachBackflow sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. AM asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for AM against 5.0 for MachBackflow. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
AM ships an update every 4 months, MachBackflow every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | AM | MachBackflow |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Water Analytics, Inc | WTM Solutions, LLC |
Customer experience
AM
MachBackflow
In-app purchases
AM
No in-app purchases
MachBackflow
- Credits 10$24.99
- Credits 100$174.99
- Credits 250$299.99
Questions
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