Comparison

Craftsman Technician vs DIRECTED SMARTSTART PRO

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

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About

Craftsman Technician

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Craftsman Technician App Craftsman Technician App is a comprehensive platform designed to facilitate seamless interactions between technicians and potential customers. Our app enables technicians to publish their services and job openings, manage job requests, and keep track of completed jobs with ease. Intended primarily for use by our partner organizations, clients, and employees, Craftsman App also serves as a valuable tool for prospective customers who are interested in exploring and availing of the services offered by our network of skilled technicians. Key Features: - Service Publishing: Technicians can effortlessly publish their services and job openings, making them visible to potential customers. - Job Management: Manage job requests efficiently, ensuring timely responses and streamlined workflows. - Job Tracking: Keep track of completed jobs and maintain a record of all activities for better accountability. Users may be required to log in with credentials or use an invitation code for access.

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DIRECTED SMARTSTART PRO

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Start, control, and locate your car from virtually anywhere with your iPhone! β€œMaking the cloud-connected car a reality.” - Edmunds.com "Without a doubt, one of the coolest apps I've ever seen." - GIZMODO With the release of the all-new VIPER SMARTSTART PRO app, connecting with and controlling your vehicles is easier and more powerful than ever. Send commands, track your vehicle's location in real time, and monitor key status updates right from the integrated control screen, complete with light and dark mode support and seamless vehicle personalization in the Garage. New Features: β€’ Trip Review & Route Tracking: Access detailed logs of your trips and view routes directly on an interactive map to easily monitor where your vehicle has traveled. (Requires a qualifying service plan). β€’ Direct DS4 Bluetooth (BLE) Support: Enjoy direct local control of your DS4 system over Bluetooth. Lock, unlock, remote start, and control up to two custom AUX functions without relying solely on cellular networks. - Add VIPER SMARTSTART PRO GPS to any compatible VIPER remote start or security system in your car, and you can start, lock, and unlock your car from virtually anywhere. You can also locate your car, share its location with your friends or family, and get safety notifications if your VIPER SMARTSTART PRO monitored car is speeding or goes where it's not supposed to go. - For the ultimate connected car experience, use your VIPER SMARTSTART PRO as part of a complete VIPER Digital System, and you’ll also get engine runtime and other real-time status info right on the app dashboard. Even if a thief opens your vehicle using a cloned factory fob, you can get alerted immediately while the VIPER security system sounds the alarm and prevents unauthorized vehicle starting. - VIPER SMARTSTART PRO comes with a free 30-day GPS trial so you can check out the cool features right away. You can have Basic 1-way service free for the first year, step up to Secure service to get 2-way control confirmations, or add GPS or Small Fleet & Family plans for the ultimate in car control and monitoring. The simple, uncluttered new control screen design for VIPER SMARTSTART PRO gives you quick, fingertip control over the following features of your installed VIPER remote start or security/remote start system: - Lock/arm - Unlock/disarm - Remote car starter - Trunk release - Panic - Aux channels - View current status, including cabin temperature, lock status, remote start runtime, and more at a single glance Follow these three simple steps to get VIPER SMARTSTART PRO: 1) Download the free VIPER SMARTSTART PRO app 2) Get a VIPER SMARTSTART PRO system installed in your vehicle 3) Set up your account and start using your VIPER SMARTSTART PRO system Key features: - Real-time status on your favorite dashboard! Check the remote start runtime or whether your doors are locked, and more instantly just by opening the app! (digital systems only) - Monitor vehicle data such as battery voltage, odometer, and fuel level in the extended Vehicle Status tab (requires a digital system; some features may not be supported on all vehicles) - Map page integrates GPS and SmartPark features seamlessly – locate your vehicle, or track down where you parked (live vehicle location requires GPS or Small Fleet & Family GPS plan) - Manage notifications: Each user can select how they want to receive alerts or other notifications. Select push notification, email, or SMS as desired (SMS alerts may not be available outside North America)

Screenshots

Craftsman Technician4 screens
DIRECTED SMARTSTART PRO4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Craftsman Technician at 13.0 against DIRECTED SMARTSTART PRO's 15.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

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

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Craftsman Technician versus DIRECTED SMARTSTART PRO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCraftsman TechnicianDIRECTED SMARTSTART PRO
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyβ€”Every 8 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 β€” better15.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size17 MB27 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperAmbrum Solutions Private LimitedVOXX Electronics Corp

In-app purchases

None

Craftsman Technician

No in-app purchases

None

DIRECTED SMARTSTART PRO

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Craftsman Technician free?
Craftsman Technician is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DIRECTED SMARTSTART PRO free?
DIRECTED SMARTSTART PRO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Craftsman Technician or DIRECTED SMARTSTART PRO have ads?
Neither Craftsman Technician nor DIRECTED SMARTSTART PRO shows ads.

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