Comparison

Air+Control vs Packet Commander

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

Head to head
About

Air+Control

Features
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The Air+Control elevates your stove's performance to an entirely new level. Simply add fuel, ignite the fire, and let the system handle the rest. It automatically adjusts combustion air to ensure optimal user comfort, minimal emissions, and maximum efficiency. You can focus on what matters most, as you'll receive a notification when it's the ideal time to refill your stove. Features and Functions BLE communication: Connect seamlessly with your heating device. Intuitive menu structure: Navigate easily through the application. Automatic combustion control: Adjusts based on real-time measurements for optimal efficiency. Power level adjustment: Set your desired power level. Combustion history: Access a record of past combustion data. Real-time updates: Stay informed about the current status of your heating device. Refill alerts: Receive notifications on the optimal time to refill. Error and alert display: View any errors or alerts promptly.

About

Packet Commander

This app provides a classic terminal experience for packet radio communication on mobile devices. It offers powerful terminal features, smart connection management, and real-time over-the-air traffic monitoring. It's designed for amateur radio operators to connect with nodes, BBS, and decode traffic.

Highlights
  • Full-screen terminal for packet nodes and BBS
  • Classic color themes and adjustable layout
  • YAPP protocol support for file transfers
  • Location-aware digipeater routing
  • Seamless iCloud sync
  • Over-the-air traffic decoding
  • Auto-discovery of TNCs
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Packet Commander brings a classic terminal experience for packet radio to your iPhone or iPad. Try it free. The download includes 5 full connection sessions so you can explore the features and confirm compatibility before purchasing. After that, a purchase is required to continue connecting. Note: An amateur radio license is required to operate on the air. Powerful Terminal • Full-screen terminal for interacting with packet nodes and BBS over amateur radio • Classic color themes inspired by iconic computers • Adjustable fonts and layout for readability and screen efficiency • YAPP protocol support for file transfers • Dictation-ready for composing messages hands-free • Smart filename selection — double tap to highlight and copy Smarter Packet Connections • Location-aware digipeater routing: automatically recalls the last-used path at each location • Seamless iCloud sync for nodes and digipeaters across all your devices • Compatible with popular packet node software including BPQ32, URONode, and others Over-the-Air Monitor Connect to your radio and decode over-the-air traffic in real time. AX.25 frames are decoded and presented in an easy-to-read format. • Filter traffic to display exactly what you’re looking for • Search by address or content • Export the log to a file for later analysis Works with the Gear You Love • Auto-discovery of Bluetooth and TCP TNCs, including Dire Wolf on DigiPi • Automatic frequency set/restore on supported radios • Built-in, high-performance 1200 baud AFSK software modem • Optimized for VHF/UHF packet at both 1200 and 9600 baud Compatible with the Following Radios and TNCs: Radios with Built-in TNCs (Auto-sets and restores frequency on those radios) · BTECH UV-PRO, UV-50PRO · VERO VR-N76, VR-N7600 · RADIODITY GA-5WB, DB50-B · Kenwood TH-D74*, TH-D75* · PicoAPRS V4 *Requires B.B. Link Bluetooth adapter Portable KISS TNCs · Mobilinkd TNC3, TNC4 · LiNK500 TNC · DigiPi · Dire Wolf Software TNC Audio Interfaces (Using built-in software modem) · Digirig Lite · Digirig VOX PTT Cable · AIOC (All-In-One Cable) Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Air+Control4 screens
Packet Commander4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Air+Control at none against Packet Commander's 2. Air+Control also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.2). On price, 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. Packet Commander sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per year. Air+Control asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Air+Control versus Packet Commander: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAir+ControlPacket Commander
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.9 (44 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—44 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAustroflamm GmbHIsland Magic Co.

In-app purchases

None

Air+Control

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Packet Commander

Subscriptions1
  • Yearly Subscription$8.991 Year
One-time1
  • One-Time Purchase$24.99

Questions

Is Air+Control free?
Air+Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Packet Commander free?
Packet Commander is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Air+Control or Packet Commander have ads?
Neither Air+Control nor Packet Commander shows ads.

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