Comparison

Remote HMI vs Valmetal mobile

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

Head to head
About

Remote HMI

Access and control C-more HMI panels remotely in real-time. Monitor screen operations, capture screenshots, and manage user access levels for enhanced security and operational flexibility. Requires a compatible C-more panel and specific firmware.

Highlights
  • Real-time remote monitoring and control
  • Save JPEG screen captures
  • Zoom and capture specific screen areas
  • Multilevel logon security with 3 accounts
  • Up to five simultaneous remote users per account
  • Configurable access levels (Full control, View only, View/Screen change)
  • User-defined tags for alarms and notifications
Features
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Remote HMI is an application for real time remote monitoring and control for the C-more HMI (Human Machine Interface) product line offered by Automationdirect.com. For this app to function as designed, a C-more panel that supports remote connectivity is required. Note: Important steps for improving the C-more remote Access Performance for the EA9 Series panels. 1. Update the C-more EA9 Panel firmware to version 6.31 or later. 2. Make sure the C-more project display resolution is set for the native resolution of the C-more panel. This can be done in the programming software under Panel Manager settings. 3. See the app note on the support.automationdirect.com web page for more details (App Note AN-EA-017). Main Features of this App. - Monitor and control screen operations of the C-more panel as if touching the panel itself - Users can save jpeg screen captures to review, email and print if needed - The iPhone or apple Zoom feature allows the user to zoom in on specific objects on the screen and then save a screen capture if needed - Multilevel Logon Security offers three Remote Access user accounts that can be configured and stored in the panel project. Each account allows up to five remote users to be connected simultaneously. - Multilevel Access Control allows each account to be configured in one of the following levels of access. Full control access, View only access, View and Screen change only access - User Access Control: User Defined internal tags can be configured to customize the Remote access for each account. These tags can be used to activate alarms, events or notifications to alert local operators that a remote user is connected. The Disable/Enable Tags can be assigned to a switch in the C-more project to allow local operators the ability to enable or disable the remote access feature for security or safety reasons. Requirements to use the Remote HMI App are: • iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch iOS version 4.2 or later • C-more Panel with Ethernet support •The C-more Panel must be using firmware Version 2.73 or later. When upgrading the C-more Panel firmware from a version older than 2.4, the panel will need to be reset to factory default to add the updated “Remote Access” HTML link. Firmware is updated using the C-more programming software. It is not recommended to upgrade firmware remotely. • C-more Programming Software Version 2.73 or later is required to program and configure a C-more panel to support the Remote HMI App. • The Remote Access feature must be enabled in the C-more panel project • The C-more Panel must have compatible network settings with the device running the Remote HMI App, or the panel must be accessible from the Internet. • Although the Remote Access for the C-more panel can be configured with password protection, connecting the C-more panel on an Enterprise network or the Internet exposes security risks. A secure and encrypted VPN connection is highly recommended if the C-more panel will be accessible from the Internet. A VPN (Virtual Private Network) uses encryption and other security mechanisms to ensure that only authorized users are allowed to connect and that the data cannot be intercepted. A VPN greatly reduces the chances of malicious behavior and unauthorized connections.

About

Valmetal mobile

Control your Valmetal Automated System remotely with this secure mobile application. Receive real-time updates on malfunctions, failures, and alarms, and manage maintenance planning with automated reminders. Enjoy safe remote access and debugging capabilities.

Highlights
  • Remote system control
  • Malfunction and alarm notifications
  • Maintenance planning with reminders
  • Secure VPN connection
  • Real-time operational reports
  • Remote debugging and updates
Features
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The Valmetal mobile – Automatik connect App is a mobile device which allows you to control the Valmetal Automated System remotely. The Valmetal Automated System consists of a control panel, a programmable controller, a communication interface (color touch screen) and finally all the needed equipment to organize your system. It is the only system on the market whose incoming and outgoing connections (remotely) are 100% secure (avoiding any intrusion or virus). No matter where you are the Valmetal Automated System will keep you informed with potential malfunctions, failures, alarms and others… Take control of your operations with our safe remote access system and view real-time reports that matters to you. Features: • Maintenance planning (with reminders sent by SMS, e-mails, etc.) • Communication system by email • Debugging, update or maintenance done remotely • Secure VPN Connection (with automatic disconnect) • And much more… Support: automatikconnect@valmetal-group.com • You will benefit from most recent improvements, updates, at no charge as long as you own the Valmetal Automated System. • Emergency service and technical support available 24/7 remotely. ABOUT VALMETAL GROUP Valmetal Automated System, it is not only a PLC (programmable logic controller) but rather the expertise of a world-famous company featuring the widest range of feeding equipment and Manure handling systems in North America and a great customer service.

Screenshots

Remote HMI1 screens
Valmetal mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Valmetal mobile at every 4 months against Remote HMI's every 32 months. Remote HMI's advantage is ratings volume (14 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.9 for Remote HMI against 4.0 for Valmetal mobile. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote HMI has 14 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote HMI ships an update every 32 months, Valmetal mobile every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Remote HMI versus Valmetal mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote HMIValmetal mobile
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (14 ratings)4.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings14 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 32 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAutomationdirect.comTosibox

Customer experience

Remote HMI

All ratings12 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative20.0%

Valmetal mobile

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Remote HMI

No in-app purchases

None

Valmetal mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Remote HMI free?
Remote HMI is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Valmetal mobile free?
Valmetal mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Remote HMI or Valmetal mobile?
Valmetal mobile is rated higher. Remote HMI averages 3.9 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Valmetal mobile averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Remote HMI or Valmetal mobile have ads?
Neither Remote HMI nor Valmetal mobile shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Remote HMI or Valmetal mobile?
Remote HMI ships an update every 32 months, and Valmetal mobile every 4 months. Most recently, Remote HMI was updated on October 23, 2026 and Valmetal mobile on October 7, 2026.

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