Comparison

BECKHOFF Diagnostics vs HueTools

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

BECKHOFF Diagnostics

Features
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BECKHOFF Diagnostics provides mobile, on-demand diagnostic capabilities for BECKHOFF EtherCAT devices - all through a Bluetooth connection. When used with a compatible Bluetooth gateway, your smartphone or tablet becomes a powerful on-site diagnostic tool. The app provides a clear overview of all EtherCAT devices in the connected system, including status, error, and diagnostic data. With the integrated scoping function, signal traces can be captured directly on site. Everything works out of the box, with no additional programming or configuration required. Read-only access: No configuration, no forcing, no system changes. Key Features - Bluetooth pairing with BECKHOFF Diagnostics gateways - Automatic detection of all EtherCAT devices - Error & diagnostic codes (CoE 0x10F3) - Device status & live information - Simple signal recording (scoping) - Read-only access for maximum safety Use Cases - On-site service - Customer support - Device inspection & troubleshooting - Mobile field diagnostics

About

HueTools

This platform simplifies the creation and deployment of rapid, quantitative, assay-based diagnostic tests. It removes the need for custom hardware and software, making advanced diagnostics accessible to more companies.

Highlights
  • Rapid test development
  • Quantitative assay-based testing
  • Eliminates physical device development
  • Streamlines software integration
  • Accessible diagnostics launch
Features
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HueDx is a Rapid, Quantitative, Assay-based (RQA) test development and launch platform that eliminates the need to develop physical devices and software to launch an RQA product. In doing so, HueDx makes the accessibility of launching flagship or complimentary diagnostics accessible to companies that would not normally consider the undertaking.

Screenshots

BECKHOFF Diagnostics3 screens
HueTools3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: BECKHOFF Diagnostics at every 2 months against HueTools's every 8 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BECKHOFF Diagnostics ships an update every 2 months, HueTools every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
BECKHOFF Diagnostics versus HueTools: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBECKHOFF DiagnosticsHueTools
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 8 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.014.7 — better
Further details — not scored
Size84 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBeckhoff Automation GmbHGroup K Diagnostics

In-app purchases

None

BECKHOFF Diagnostics

No in-app purchases

None

HueTools

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BECKHOFF Diagnostics free?
BECKHOFF Diagnostics is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HueTools free?
HueTools is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do BECKHOFF Diagnostics or HueTools have ads?
Neither BECKHOFF Diagnostics nor HueTools shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BECKHOFF Diagnostics or HueTools?
BECKHOFF Diagnostics ships an update every 2 months, and HueTools every 8 months. Most recently, BECKHOFF Diagnostics was updated on October 16, 2026 and HueTools on October 21, 2026.

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