Comparison

WiThrottle Lite vs LiteNetCheck

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

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About

WiThrottle Lite

Control your model railroad trains wirelessly from your mobile device. This app acts as a throttle, connecting to JMRI software or specific hardware modules for seamless operation. Enjoy basic DCC throttle functions, speed and direction control, and function access.

Highlights
  • Wireless DCC throttle
  • Speed and direction control
  • F0 - F68 function control
  • Acquire addresses wirelessly
  • Adjust throttle slider sensitivity
  • Automatic networking
  • Flashlight feature
Features
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Use your iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad as a throttle for model railroad control! **PLEASE NOTE** This App is not a stand-alone product! Other hardware and software are required. WiThrottle Lite is the free version of WiThrottle. Link to the popular JMRI software through a local Wi-Fi network to access throttle, address, and function controls wirelessly. -or- Connect directly to an MRC Prodigy WiFi module. -or- Connect directly to a Digitrax LnWi module. -or- Connect directly to a WifiTrax WFD-30/31 module. Digital Command Control (DCC) is now the most common control method for earnest model railroaders, allowing multiple trains to be controlled simultaneously anywhere on the track. JMRI is an interface program that works with most brands of DCC and is very popular because it simplifies DCC programming, signaling, control, and many other aspects of running a permanent layout. It is also free and multi-platform. Instead of direct control through the DCC system, WiThrottle Lite links with JMRI or a dedicated module. This provides a universal interface to many possible combinations of technology and model railroads. As DCC evolves, JMRI is updated as needed to match current technology. JMRI Requirements: - JMRI 2.12 or higher, JMRI 5.2 or newer recommended - DCC system interfaced to a computer and a model railroad - Local Wi-Fi network MRC Prodigy WiFi Requirements: - MRC Prodigy WiFi module - MRC Prodigy DCC system Digitrax LnWi Requirements: - Digitrax LnWi module - Digitrax DCC system WifiTrax WFD-30/31 Requirements: - WifiTrax WFD module - NCE DCC system If you operate at either a club or private home that uses JMRI for operations and has Wi-Fi, access to the local network (host may need to share their password) is all you need. Multiple iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad mobile devices may use their own WiThrottle or WiThrottle Lite simultaneously during an operating session. WiThrottle Lite allows you to confirm compatibility at no cost before buying the full App. Please visit our website for additional information. Our goal is to enhance your model railroading experience by providing convenient, wireless control of your existing system. WiThrottle is the final piece of the puzzle. Features: - No time limits or expiration on use - Fully functional basic DCC throttle - Speed and direction control - F0 - F68 functions - Acquire addresses wirelessly - Adjust sensitivity of the throttle slider - Train idles if interrupted (e.g. phone call) - Automatic networking - Flashlight for devices equipped with camera flash WiThrottle Lite will integrate seamlessly if: - you can already control a train using the built-in throttles of JMRI 2.12 or later - your iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad can access your local wireless network (not cellular or Bluetooth)

About

LiteNetCheck

Features
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LiteNetCheck is a production-network toolkit for technicians who need to understand, configure, and monitor the devices that keep a show running. SCAN THE NETWORK Discover responding devices across your local subnet, identify manufacturers, and save the endpoints you need. ORGANIZE THE RIG Name devices, create groups, save network profiles, and keep critical addresses easy to find. CONFIGURE DEVICES Open embedded device web interfaces directly from LiteNetCheck instead of juggling IP addresses and browser tabs. MONITOR STATUS Track reachability from a focused status board, review outage history, and enable local notifications. sACN VIEWER — PRO Automatically discover sACN sources and universes, filter universes, inspect source address, priority, sequence and sourced slots, and view live levels across all 512 DMX channels. FREE Scan the full subnet and save, monitor, and configure up to five devices. LITENETCHECK PRO Unlock unlimited saved devices and the complete set of advanced network tools with a one-time purchase. No account is required. Network discovery and device communication happen directly on your local network.

Screenshots

WiThrottle Lite4 screens
LiteNetCheck1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: WiThrottle Lite at none against LiteNetCheck's 1. WiThrottle Lite also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads 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. LiteNetCheck sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. WiThrottle Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
WiThrottle Lite versus LiteNetCheck: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWiThrottle LiteLiteNetCheck
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (34 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews77.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings34 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS11.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBeth HoffmanAlexander Maxwell Fogel

In-app purchases

None

WiThrottle Lite

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

LiteNetCheck

One-time1
  • LiteNetCheck Pro$24.99

Questions

Is WiThrottle Lite free?
WiThrottle Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LiteNetCheck free?
LiteNetCheck is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do WiThrottle Lite or LiteNetCheck have ads?
Neither WiThrottle Lite nor LiteNetCheck shows ads.

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