Comparison

Device Magic vs UtilSoft FOSMS

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

Head to head
About

Device Magic

Streamline your workflow by collecting field data and submitting forms digitally. This app allows you to work efficiently, even offline, and reduce administrative tasks. Add pictures and location data to your forms for comprehensive information gathering.

Highlights
  • Collect field data
  • Submit forms offline
  • Reduce admin work
  • Add pictures to forms
  • Save draft forms
  • Track dispatches
Features
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Collect field data, submit forms, instantly streamline your workflow with Device Magic - and do it all remotely. We know how frustrating and time-consuming it can be to fill out form after form when you’re out in the field. It’s messy, it’s unproductive, forms can get lost, and even filled out incorrectly. So we created Device Magic to help you work the way you want to work - quickly, efficiently, and all through your mobile device. It’s paperless, it’s stress-free - you can even add pictures to the form you’re filling in and submit it all instantly. Device Magic is on your side to help you work smarter and save time, so you’re ready for the next job - faster. Now let’s see how Device Magic takes the stress out of forms: • Reduce admin work - Fill in easy-to-use fields and you can add as much detail as you need • Everything you need in one place - Draft forms and outstanding dispatches are saved automatically, so you can keep track of everything • Work offline - Manage all your forms in your submissions folder (even when you’re offline) And you can upload timesheets, input data and even your location to get all the accurate information you and your team need. Do it all on your mobile, wherever you are, at the touch of a button. Go paperless, go mobile, go get Device Magic now! • Downloading the Device Magic app creates a free account which allows you to build and submit forms from your original device • If you upgrade to a paid account within app, you will be enrolled in a $49.99 US dollars auto-renewed monthly subscription • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • An account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication. To view our Terms & Conditions, please visit: https://www.devicemagic.com/terms-conditions/

About

UtilSoft FOSMS

This app digitizes safety inspection records for equipment, vehicles, and crews. It allows for the recording of safety-related job briefings and facilitates electronic data export and import to a central repository. Say goodbye to paper and pen with this tablet-based solution for immediate action and electronic signature capture.

Highlights
  • Record safety inspections
  • Document job briefings
  • Manage equipment and vehicle records
  • Electronic data export/import
  • Digital signature capture
  • Tablet-based data entry
Features
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UtilSoft FOSMS helps keeps records of safety inspections of equipment, vehicles, and crews. Also, safety related job briefing details can also be recorded. The inspection details can be exported and imported to and from a central repository. UtilSoft worked with leading electric, gas and water utilities to design a comprehensive system that documents and manages problems encountered by field personnel. UtilSoft has a proven solution. Say goodbye to the clipboard, paper and pen! Take immediate action via the tablet, and store all information and obtain signatures electronically.

Screenshots

Device Magic4 screens
UtilSoft FOSMS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: UtilSoft FOSMS at 5.0 against Device Magic's 4.5. UtilSoft FOSMS also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). Device Magic's advantage is ratings volume (3.7K vs 2) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). 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. Device Magic sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $49.99 per month. UtilSoft FOSMS asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

UtilSoft FOSMS holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Device Magic has 3.7K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Device Magic ships an update every 3 weeks, UtilSoft FOSMS every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 1, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Device Magic versus UtilSoft FOSMS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDevice MagicUtilSoft FOSMS
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (3.7K ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews44.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings3.7K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size130 MB162 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDevice Magic IncUtilSoft LLC

Customer experience

Device Magic

All ratings3,715 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral4.8%
Negative9.4%
Written reviews76 reviews
Positive44.7%
Neutral10.5%
Negative44.7%

UtilSoft FOSMS

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Device Magic

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Forms not loading properly
  • Data loss during app crashes
  • Inability to edit 'General Information' section
  • Inconsistent behavior when switching between apps
  • Geocaching feature not functioning as expected

Requested features

5 requests
  • Allow batch photo uploads
  • Implement error highlighting in forms
  • Add form history and review functionality
  • Improve mobile-friendliness of web interface
  • Introduce pricing tiers for smaller use cases

UtilSoft FOSMS

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Device Magic

Subscriptions1
  • Enterprise Forms Subscription$49.991 Month
None

UtilSoft FOSMS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Device Magic free?
Device Magic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is UtilSoft FOSMS free?
UtilSoft FOSMS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Device Magic or UtilSoft FOSMS?
UtilSoft FOSMS is rated higher. Device Magic averages 4.5 out of 5 from 3.7K ratings, while UtilSoft FOSMS averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Device Magic or UtilSoft FOSMS have ads?
Neither Device Magic nor UtilSoft FOSMS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Device Magic or UtilSoft FOSMS?
Device Magic ships an update every 3 weeks, and UtilSoft FOSMS every 4 months. Most recently, Device Magic was updated on October 1, 2026 and UtilSoft FOSMS on October 1, 2026.

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