Loghub Observer Setup vs smartHMI
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Loghub Observer Setup
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Easy setup in just a few steps 1. Prepare prerequisites (name and password of your wifi) 2. Plug the Observer adapter into electrical socket. 3. Connect your phone to Observer by scanning QR code or manually. a. Thanks to the QR code, connection is ready in a few seconds. If you cannot use the QR code, continue to connect manually. 4. Choose your Wi-Fi, set its credentials (password) and connect. 5. Your Observer is connected to your Wi-Fi. Now you can visit LogHub webapp at LogHub, proceed to other settings (if needed) and enjoy your monitoring system at home or at your company. About LogHub LogHub is a monitoring system for operations in which it is necessary to monitor temperature or other parameters. Measured data are processed into clear graphs and reports. In the case of data measured out of the limits set by user, the system notifies the recipient via e-mail or SMS. LogHub is a solution for all controlled warehouses, whether it is medicine (pharmacies, hospitals), food (shops, kitchens) or other areas with a need of surroundings monitoring. More info at www.loghub.sk. Advantages of LogHub / Why LogHub - automatic monitoring 24/7 - clear and secure data available anywhere and anytime stored on the web and in applications - simple system configuration without the need to install a special program - the webapp works on any device with internet access - the possibility of individual report settings, in accordance with the legislation, internal regulations or customer needs - notifications about events in real time and alarms when measurement limits are exceeded - changing critical boundaries, measurement interval or adding/ removing loggers directly by user - generation and download of transparent reports complying with standards in PDF and CSV - downloading data for further analysis - sharing of data between multiple devices / on multiple devices as well as with third parties (control authorities, etc.) - all accessible from the comfort of the office during continuous measurement - the assistance of a technical expert is not required - elimination of errors caused by the human factor For more information see www.loghub.sk
smartHMI
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smartHMI mobile enables commissioning, operation and service of supported Siemens HVAC control systems. The app provides a mobile user interface for monitoring and managing connected systems throughout their lifecycle. The application includes sample dashboards and plant views for common HVAC applications. These can be exported, customized outside the app and re-imported to support additional system types and use cases. Features: . Connect locally via TCP/IP or USB, or remotely through Siemens cloud services. . Monitor system operation using application-specific graphics and dashboards. . Access and adjust controller functions from your mobile device. . Review active alarms and historic alarms. . Analyze trends and operational data. . Activate and deploy licenses to supported controllers.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: smartHMI at every 7 months against Loghub Observer Setup's every 21 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.
Loghub Observer Setup ships an update every 21 months, smartHMI every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Loghub Observer Setup | smartHMI |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 21 months | Every 7 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 8 MB | 115 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | R-DAS | Siemens AG |
In-app purchases
Loghub Observer Setup
No in-app purchases
smartHMI
No in-app purchases
Questions
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