ATHS Connect vs IAM 99
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ATHS Connect
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Engage and connect with truck enthusiasts around the world. ATHS Connect is designed to help members maximize their experience of their love of historic trucks and the trucking industry. A network of 17,000 members worldwide, the American Truck Historical Society is a non-profit association dedicated to preserving the history of trucks, the trucking industry, and its pioneers. Through technology, we strive for easier connections and a place for you to stay informed, be entertained, educated, and participate in ATHS’ network. Features include: • Access to My Membership • App user to App user Messaging • Global Network Resources • ATHS Groups • Forums and Message Boards • Learn about and register for upcoming events • Latest industry updates in the News Feed and more!
IAM 99
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This is the official app for the IAM Local 99, keeping the members working in Alberta and the NWT informed. This app is intended to be used as a tool by members to promote solidarity in the Local and the primary source of updates and information regarding Local 99 business.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: ATHS Connect at none against IAM 99's shown. On price, update cadence, 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.
ATHS Connect ships an update every 4 months, IAM 99 every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ATHS Connect | IAM 99 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 54 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | American Truck Historical Society | International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (Edmonton) |
In-app purchases
ATHS Connect
No in-app purchases
IAM 99
No in-app purchases
