Comparison

SmartLink Control vs BECKHOFF Diagnostics

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

Head to head
About

SmartLink Control

This application provides mobile visualization for operating and displaying functions within a networked building automation environment. It connects to various common building systems and offers comfort functions like scene storage and presence simulation. It also supports media technology control via LAN, IR, or RS232.

Highlights
  • Control building automation systems
  • Visualize system functions
  • Connects to KNX, LON, Crestron, and more
  • Scene storage and presence simulation
  • Media technology control (LAN, IR, RS232)
  • Sonos basic function control via UPnP
Features
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Diese Applikation dient zur Steuerung des Coldewey Servers IB101, welcher für den Einsatz dieser Applikation unbedingt erforderlich ist. Primäres Einsatzgebiet ist die Gebäudeautomation. Der Server IB101 vernetzt verschiedene, in der Gebäudeautomation übliche Bussysteme. SmartLink Control ist eine mobile Visualisierung zur Bedienung und Anzeige verschiedener Funktionen in dieser vernetzten Umgebung. Vernetzt werden können die in der Gebäudetechnik üblichen Systeme: - KNX - LON - Crestron - Honeywell Einbruchmeldeanlagen - Telenot Einbruchmeldeanlagen - Beckhoff SPS (ADS) - Solar Log - Eltako - Philips Hue - Modbus TCP Komfortfunktionen wie Szenenspeicherung, Anwesenheitssimulation und Schaltuhr sind vorhanden. Ein weiterer Schwerpunkt ist die Steuerung von Medientechnik, welche z.B. im Heimkino oder in Konferenzräumen zu finden ist. Entsprechende Geräte können über LAN, IR oder RS232 gesteuert werden. Per UPnP lassen sich Sonos Grundfunktionen bedienen.

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

Screenshots

SmartLink Control2 screens
BECKHOFF Diagnostics3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: SmartLink Control at 9.0 against BECKHOFF Diagnostics's 15.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

SmartLink Control ships an update every 3 months, BECKHOFF Diagnostics every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
SmartLink Control versus BECKHOFF Diagnostics: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartLink ControlBECKHOFF Diagnostics
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB84 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHolger BoeltsBeckhoff Automation GmbH

In-app purchases

None

SmartLink Control

No in-app purchases

None

BECKHOFF Diagnostics

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SmartLink Control free?
SmartLink Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BECKHOFF Diagnostics free?
BECKHOFF Diagnostics is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SmartLink Control or BECKHOFF Diagnostics have ads?
Neither SmartLink Control nor BECKHOFF Diagnostics shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SmartLink Control or BECKHOFF Diagnostics?
SmartLink Control ships an update every 3 months, and BECKHOFF Diagnostics every 2 months. Most recently, SmartLink Control was updated on October 7, 2026 and BECKHOFF Diagnostics on September 30, 2026.

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