Comparison

KR vs bAudit Mobile

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

Head to head
About

KR

Features
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- KR-CON, developed by Korean Register, is a comprehensive IMO Convention Database containing IMO Conventions, Codes, Resolutions and Circulars in English, Korean and Chinese. - KR-CON is a portable electronic database containing a vast array of IMO instruments. It enables users to navigate the maze of IMO instruments swiftly and accurately through a variety of user-friendly functions. Users can browse the contents with the touch of a screen, and identify the regulations applicable to an individual ship simply by inputting its details. An intelligent search function allows specific contents to be found easily and quickly. - Who benefits from KR-CON? Maritime Administrations(PSCO) Shipping Companies and Seafarers Classification Societies Ship-builders Service Suppliers Training Institutes Academic Institutions - IMO approval of the carriage of publications in electronic form The Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) and the Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) have approved MSC-MEPC.2 /Circ.2 which allows vessels to carry electronic media onboard instead of hard copy documents. This means that KR-CON can now be used onboard ship. KR-CON has also been recognized as an electronic version of IMO instruments by the 29 maritime administrations including Republic of Korea, Panama, Marshall Islands, Cyprus, Australia, Liberia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Isle of Man, and others.

About

bAudit Mobile

Features
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bAudit transforms your mobile phone or tablet into a robust tool for conducting vessel inspections, seamlessly connected to the Benefit ERP system through a dedicated cloud service. Key Features: TMSA Compliance: Ensure all inspections meet industry standards with built-in compliance support. Efficient Inspection Execution: Eliminate the hassle of double data entries with a streamlined, easy-to-use interface. Seamless Template Management: Offices can directly send inspection templates to selected users and devices via ERP, simplifying preparation. Secure Device Management: Register devices to specific users, with the ability to disable access in case of loss or theft. Multimedia Support: Capture photos, videos, and voice recordings during inspections, with on-the-spot photo editing capabilities. Large File Uploads: Upload inspection files up to 2GB directly to the office, bypassing the need for additional apps or USB devices. Flexible Data Transfer: Choose between WiFi or mobile data for uploads to minimize data charges. Real-Time Template Downloads: Download assigned inspection templates and checklists directly from the office. File Export Options: Export inspection files to your device’s file system for manual management. Centralized Oversight: Monitor inspection uploads from all superintendents on a single screen, simplifying team management.

Screenshots

KR4 screens
bAudit Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

KR and bAudit Mobile are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters β€” price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them β€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

KR ships an update every 17 months, bAudit Mobile every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
KR versus bAudit Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKRbAudit Mobile
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 17 monthsEvery 12 months β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size22 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKorean RegisterBenefit Software

In-app purchases

None

KR

No in-app purchases

None

bAudit Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KR free?
KR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is bAudit Mobile free?
bAudit Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do KR or bAudit Mobile have ads?
Neither KR nor bAudit Mobile shows ads.
Which is updated more often, KR or bAudit Mobile?
KR ships an update every 17 months, and bAudit Mobile every 12 months. Most recently, KR was updated on October 17, 2026 and bAudit Mobile on October 10, 2026.

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