KNIPEX vs Plc Echo
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
KNIPEX
Easily locate the perfect pliers from an extensive catalog. Browse product details, save preferred items to a personal wish list, and ensure you always have the right tool for the job.
- Find the right pliers
- Access entire product range
- View product details
- Save favorites to wish list
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With the KNIPEX app you can always find the right pliers for you. Get access to the entire KNIPEX range, find out about our products and save your favorites on your personal wish list.a
Plc Echo
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Real-Time Data Monitoring: Effortlessly read and write tags in Rockwell / Allen-Bradley (Logix, Micro850, SLC 5/05, MicroLogix 1100) and Siemens S7 PLCs, OPC UA servers and Modbus TCP devices. View live data directly on your phone, tablet or PC. Database Support (new): Read the latest values from Microsoft SQL Server tables and views, including logging tables that store tag names and values. Read only, with no changes to the database. Dynamic Visualizations: Instantly track PLC data through dynamic gauges for a visually intuitive experience. Tags from different makes of controller on one screen. Comprehensive Trending: Track and analyze PLC data with single-tag trends, showing maximum, minimum and average, and multi-tag comparison on one chart. Read Errors: See at a glance which tags could not be read and why, including when a PLC or server cannot be reached. The other tags keep updating. Extensive Resources: Access a full online manual, along with video tutorials for easy onboarding and advanced usage tips. Free Forever, with Limitations: The FREE version of Plc Echo provides ongoing access with a limited number of tags, allowing you to experience its capabilities at no cost. Whether commissioning, fault finding or monitoring all day on a large Windows screen, Plc Echo is your must-have tool for real-time PLC data. Download now and turn your device into a smart monitoring hub!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Plc Echo at fortnightly against KNIPEX's every 3 months. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
KNIPEX ships an update every 3 months, Plc Echo fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | KNIPEX | Plc Echo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (131 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 131 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 31 MB | 64 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | KNIPEX | Automation Consultancy Limited |
Bugs and requests
KNIPEX
Requested features
4 requests- Video demonstrations for each tool
- Ability to compare multiple products
- Direct in-app purchasing
- More applications listed in search filters
Plc Echo
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
KNIPEX
No in-app purchases
Plc Echo
No in-app purchases
