Comparison

Remote HMI vs ClientTime

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

ClientTime

Features
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Your time is your craft. Give it a workspace that feels that way. ClientTime brings a little calm to the business of working for yourself. Track a focused session, keep your clients close, and see what your hours add up to. When the work is done, turn it into a professional invoice with Pro. FIND YOUR FOCUS Start a timer in a tap. Add a note about what you’re working on, pause when you need a break, and pick up where you left off. Your running timer is recovered when you reopen the app. REMEMBER EVERY HOUR Prefer to log time afterwards? Add sessions manually, mark them billable or non-billable, and find past work by client, project or note. Your full recorded history stays visible, including on the free plan. KEEP CLIENT WORK TOGETHER Store client details, review tracked time and keep each relationship in view. Start with up to five clients for free. Pro adds unlimited clients, projects and hourly rates. SEE THE BIGGER PICTURE Review tracked and billable time for the week or month. With Pro, explore daily charts, client breakdowns and estimated earnings based on your hourly rates. FINISH BEAUTIFULLY WITH PRO Preview an invoice, then export it as a PDF. Share PDF timesheets and CSV reports with the people who need them. Pro also includes custom date filters and editing for entries older than 30 days. A WORKSPACE THAT’S YOURS • Core time tracking works offline • No account required • Client and time records are stored on your device • Export all client, project and time data as JSON, free • Choose the currency used for rates and reports • Designed for iPhone and iPad, with light and dark appearances ClientTime is built for freelancers, consultants, designers, developers and independent professionals who want a clear record of their work. Make time count. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION ClientTime Pro is an optional auto-renewing monthly subscription. Price and any available introductory offer are shown in the app before purchase. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation. The subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://makeenai.com/offlineprivacypolicy.html Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Remote HMI1 screens
ClientTime4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Remote HMI at none against ClientTime's 1. Remote HMI also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17). ClientTime's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 32 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. ClientTime sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. Remote HMI asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote HMI ships an update every 32 months, ClientTime every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on July 6, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Remote HMI versus ClientTime: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote HMIClientTime
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (12 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 32 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAutomationdirect.comMAKEEN TECHNOLOGY

In-app purchases

None

Remote HMI

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

ClientTime

Subscriptions1
  • ClientTime Pro Monthly3 Days trial$3.991 Month

Questions

Is Remote HMI free?
Remote HMI is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ClientTime free?
ClientTime is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Remote HMI or ClientTime have ads?
Neither Remote HMI nor ClientTime shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Remote HMI or ClientTime?
Remote HMI ships an update every 32 months, and ClientTime every 3 months. Most recently, Remote HMI was updated on July 6, 2026 and ClientTime on September 28, 2026.

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