Comparison

Remote HMI vs Mining Sentry Operator

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

Mining Sentry Operator

Streamline mining and quarry operations with a platform designed for equipment and workplace exams. Ensure MSHA compliance, enhance worker safety, and gain real-time insights for efficient management.

Highlights
  • Comprehensive equipment exams
  • Efficient workplace exams
  • Real-time data and analytics
  • User-friendly interface
  • Reliable compliance tracking
Features
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Unlock the full potential of your mining and quarry operations with Mining Sentry Operator, the cutting-edge platform engineered to revolutionize the way you manage equipment and workplace exams. Designed with precision to ensure strict adherence to MSHA compliance, our platform streamlines your operations, ensuring seamless, safe, and efficient management. - Comprehensive Equipment Exams: Simplify the complex process of equipment inspections with our intuitive interface, ensuring every piece of machinery meets the highest safety standards. - Efficient Workplace Exams: Conduct thorough and compliant workplace examinations effortlessly, enhancing worker safety and operational efficiency. - Real-Time Data and Analytics: Stay ahead with real-time insights and analytics, enabling proactive decision-making for continuous improvement in mining operations. - User-Friendly Interface: Experience ease of use with a platform designed for simplicity, ensuring quick adoption and minimal training requirements. - Reliable Compliance Tracking: Keep your operations MSHA-compliant with our meticulous tracking system, designed to cover every regulatory detail.

Screenshots

Remote HMI1 screens
Mining Sentry Operator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Mining Sentry Operator at 5.0 against Remote HMI's 4.0. Mining Sentry Operator also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 60%) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 32 months). Remote HMI's advantage is ratings volume (12 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Mining Sentry Operator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote HMI has 12 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Remote HMI's written reviews are positive against 100% of Mining Sentry Operator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote HMI ships an update every 32 months, Mining Sentry Operator fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on July 6, 2026 and June 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Remote HMI versus Mining Sentry Operator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote HMIMining Sentry Operator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (12 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings12 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 32 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAutomationdirect.comRobert Smith

Customer experience

Remote HMI

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

Mining Sentry Operator

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Remote HMI

No in-app purchases

None

Mining Sentry Operator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Remote HMI free?
Remote HMI is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Mining Sentry Operator free?
Mining Sentry Operator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Remote HMI or Mining Sentry Operator?
Mining Sentry Operator is rated higher. Remote HMI averages 4.0 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Mining Sentry Operator averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Remote HMI or Mining Sentry Operator have ads?
Neither Remote HMI nor Mining Sentry Operator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Remote HMI or Mining Sentry Operator?
Remote HMI ships an update every 32 months, and Mining Sentry Operator fortnightly. Most recently, Remote HMI was updated on July 6, 2026 and Mining Sentry Operator on June 4, 2026.

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