MX Field App vs Synapse ITS
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MX Field App
This utility app simplifies the setup and on-site modification of traffic control systems. It allows users to quickly access and change system settings, program schedules, and view system health data remotely via Bluetooth. The app offers a user-friendly, step-by-step programming experience for efficient traffic beacon and sign management.
- Quick system setup
- On-site setting changes
- Remote programming up to 100 feet
- Step-by-step programming
- System health data and fault reporting
- Unlimited operating schedule management
- Built-in system security
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MX Field App™ makes quick work of system setup, as well as on-site changes to settings and schedules, for all MX Series systems. Why use an app to program traffic beacons and signs? • Access and change system default settings quickly from the ground—no more bucket truck! • Program from up to 100 feet away • Simple, step-by-step programming • Detailed system health data and multi-fault reporting • Scheduling: Set up and manage unlimited operating schedules • Built-in system security: No passwords required • Future-proof: Regular firmware and software updates How does it work? The app uses Bluetooth® wireless technology to connect to nearby MX Series systems. From the moment a system receives power, it automatically connects both locally to the MX Field App and remotely to MX Cloud, providing easy local and remote access to system status, settings and data. Quickly pair to the system by following the instructions inside the MX power module lid or by requesting a digital key from an MX Cloud administrator. About Carmanah MX Series connected traffic beacons and signs Carmanah’s MX Series is the simplest and most affordable way to monitor, control and gather data from traffic safety systems. With MX, agencies can access dispersed assets remotely, providing not only significant time and cost savings, but heightened system awareness, proactive future planning, and enhanced citizen safety.
Synapse ITS
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The SYO App allows for the remote connection to internet-enabled EDI conflict monitors to provide real-time system health and channel states as well as system logs and data insights. To learn more about connecting your EDI monitors contact your Synapse ITS representative or visit https://synapse-its.com/SYO
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Synapse ITS at every 3 weeks against MX Field App's every 2 months. MX Field App's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). 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.
MX Field App ships an update every 2 months, Synapse ITS every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MX Field App | Synapse ITS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 59 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Carmanah Technologies Corporation | VSC Synapse LLC |
In-app purchases
MX Field App
No in-app purchases
Synapse ITS
No in-app purchases
