MESPAS TSM vs CargoMax
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
MESPAS TSM
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Superintendents can walk around a vessel and record information or add photos as they see issues in real time. For example inspection findings and observations. Further, you can see which parts and consumables have been requested for your vessels and which vendors have been contacted. No matter, whether offers shall be compared, approval processes need to be followed, budget spending transparency is required, or geographical positions have to be unveiled โ MESPAS Mobile let you handle these tasks wherever you are at any time. Crews doing maintenance jobs can consult manuals, record tasks completed, add photos and comments, consume parts and change inventory. Users simply log in to the app directly via an internet connection, download the tasks and can fill them in, in on or offline mode.
CargoMax
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CargoMax is a powerful draft survey and trimming calculation tool built for deck officers who need fast, accurate, and reliable cargo operations in any port or condition. Improve Efficiency. Reduce Stress. Maximize Cargo. CargoMax replaces spreadsheets and manual calculations with automated, real-time results and clear visual feedback โ helping you eliminate errors, save time, and optimize every cargo operation. Core Features: - 10,000+ Vessel Profiles: Access an extensive database of hydrostatics, geometry, and hatch data, or easily add your own vessel. - Comprehensive Draft Management: Input up to five sets of draft (Initial, Running, Interims, Final) with instant calculations for corrected drafts, true trim, list, hog/sag, displacement, constants, and cargo figures. - Smart Trimming Calculations: Trimming based on draft or cargo requirements while continuously monitoring cubic capacities and mass limits. - Hydrostatic Visualization: Validate hydrostatics with built-in graphing tools to catch data entry mistakes before they become costly errors. - Professional Reporting: Generate complete, automated draft reports in seconds, designed for real-world deck and survey operations. - Comments & Photo Archiving: Document your findings with pinpoint accuracy for future reference. - Multi-Platform & Offline Access: Enter drafts and cargo data directly on deck or the wharf. All projects sync securely across devices and remain fully accessible online or offline
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: CargoMax at every 3 weeks against MESPAS TSM's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
MESPAS TSM ships an update every 2 months, CargoMax every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MESPAS TSM | CargoMax |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 weeks โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 โ better | 15.1 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 71 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MESPAS AG | CEATAEC |
In-app purchases
MESPAS TSM
No in-app purchases
CargoMax
No in-app purchases
Questions
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