# PolyWorks|Talisman vs MultiGage Reader

The clearest difference is rating: MultiGage Reader at 4.8 against PolyWorks|Talisman's 3.0. MultiGage Reader also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 3 months). PolyWorks|Talisman's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

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

MultiGage Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 9 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

PolyWorks|Talisman ships an update every 3 months, MultiGage Reader every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 4, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PolyWorks|Talisman | MultiGage Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/polyworkstalisman/id422670138/reviews) | **[4.8 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multigage-reader/id1038265515/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 7 | **9** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 12 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [InnovMetric Software Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/422670141) | [Motionics LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/424498959) |

## What reviewers say

### PolyWorks|Talisman

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/polyworkstalisman/id422670138)

Operate PolyWorks|Inspector measurement software remotely from your mobile device. Control probing and scanning operations directly next to the inspected part, receiving live feedback and guidance cues. Ensures confidential and secure operation without internet connection.

**Highlights:** Remote control of PolyWorks|Inspector, Operate from mobile devices, Connect to probing/scanning devices, Configure measurement modes, Live 3D Scene display, Real-time guidance cues, Encrypted communications

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### MultiGage Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multigage-reader/id1038265515)

This app connects to multiple wireless measurement devices simultaneously, displaying readings, max, min, and TIR for each. It offers continuous or single data recording, customizable calculators, and real-time cloud data streaming. Simulation mode is available for demonstration.

**Highlights:** Connect up to 14 wireless measurement devices, Real-time data display (Max, Min, TIR), Continuous and single data recording, Customizable calculator for unit conversion, Real-time cloud data streaming, Data plotting and CSV export, Simulation mode

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PolyWorks|Talisman free?

PolyWorks|Talisman is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is MultiGage Reader free?

MultiGage Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, PolyWorks|Talisman or MultiGage Reader?

MultiGage Reader is rated higher. PolyWorks|Talisman averages 3.0 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while MultiGage Reader averages 4.8 from 9 ratings.

### Do PolyWorks|Talisman or MultiGage Reader have ads?

Neither PolyWorks|Talisman nor MultiGage Reader shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PolyWorks|Talisman or MultiGage Reader?

PolyWorks|Talisman ships an update every 3 months, and MultiGage Reader every 4 weeks. Most recently, PolyWorks|Talisman was updated on June 4, 2026 and MultiGage Reader on September 22, 2026.

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