Comparison

Astea Mobile vs TotalSDS Manager

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

Head to head
About

Astea Mobile

Streamline field service operations by replacing manual processes with automated workflows. Empower mobile workforces with real-time information for enhanced customer service and improved efficiency. Manage work orders, parts, and schedules directly from a wireless device.

Highlights
  • Automated work order management
  • Real-time information access
  • Paperless service ticket capture
  • Schedule management
  • Parts and inventory tracking
  • Instant messaging
  • Optional GPS tracking
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Astea Mobile works with Alliance and FieldCentrix solutions, replacing paper-intensive, manual field service processes with standardized, automated and streamlined operations. Global mobile workforces are empowered with wireless access to the real-time information they need — when and where they need it — to eliminate inefficiency, enhance customer service and improve service margins and contract profitability. As work orders are scheduled the correct field engineer is notified via his or her wired or wireless device. Service technicians are armed with all the information they need to complete a service or maintenance job. Work orders are sent wirelessly from the office and include customer account and job site information, equipment history and contract and warranty data — onsite, at the press of a button. Technicians have the ability to capture and submit service ticket information without the need for paperwork or for re-keying into the back office system. Service technicians can review and accept assigned jobs on their mobile devices as well, increasing productivity and accelerating call response. Astea Mobile also allows technicians to manage their own schedules in the field while keeping the home office updated in real time. The solution also supports complete parts management from the field technician’s standpoint. It allows them to post parts used against the work order, request parts if they are not in van stock, track the technician’s van stock, receive inventory and ship parts back to the warehouse or depot for closed loop tracking of RMAs and vendor claims. Astea Mobile also provides optional real-time GPS tracking. When enabled it allows Alliance, FieldCentrix or ServiceVision back office users to view the current technician’s location for the purpose of intelligently scheduling, even while the application is in the background. This flexibility provides the office with a more accurate reflection of schedules, job scope and resources, enabling the operation to reduce the travel time and distance between jobs. The technician can perform their job, using their wireless device, even when they are out of communication range the device will perform normally and synchronize when wireless communication is resumed. Astea Mobile also enables the service technician to communicate, via instant messaging, with other engineers, corporate office, warehouse or other predefined contacts as determined by the organization. This makes it easy for the field service engineer to stay connected and make sure that he gets everything he needs to deliver outstanding service. Benefits •Increase Revenue from Technician Productivity •Reduce Paperwork •Reduction in Service Delivery Costs •Reduction in Inventory Carrying Costs •Reduction in Travel Costs •Minimize SLA Penalties •Accelerate Invoicing Process Disclaimer: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

About

TotalSDS Manager

Access your chemical substance Safety Data Sheets instantly. This app helps businesses and individuals comply with GHS and OSHA regulations by providing easy access to hazard information, handling precautions, and safety measures. It features a user-friendly interface and offline access for critical safety data.

Highlights
  • Instant SDS access
  • Chemical hazard information
  • Handling and storage precautions
  • GHS and OSHA compliance
  • User-friendly interface
  • Offline access
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TotalSDS Manager provides users with instant access to their library of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all their chemical substances. This app is designed to help businesses and individuals stay in compliance with the latest standards set by GHS and OSHA regulations. With TotalSDS Manager, users can easily search and retrieve important information about the properties of each chemical, including physical, health, and environmental hazards, protective measures, and safety precautions for handling, storing, and transporting the chemical. This comprehensive database ensures that users have all the necessary information at their fingertips to keep themselves and others safe. The app's user-friendly interface allows for quick and easy navigation, ensuring that users can find the information they need in just a few taps. In addition to its powerful search and retrieval capabilities, TotalSDS Manager also provides the ability to access SDS information even when the internet is down. This offline mode ensures that users can always access important information, regardless of their location or connectivity status. This feature is particularly valuable for users who work in remote locations or areas with limited internet access, ensuring that they always have access to critical safety information. With TotalSDS Manager, users can be confident that they have the information they need to work safely, no matter where they are. Whether you're a business owner, safety manager, or simply someone who wants to stay informed about the chemicals you're working with, TotalSDS Manager is the perfect app to help you stay in compliance with the latest regulations and keep your workplace safe. So why wait? Download TotalSDS Manager today and start accessing your SDS library with ease!

Screenshots

Astea Mobile4 screens
TotalSDS Manager4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TotalSDS Manager at 100% against Astea Mobile's 5%. TotalSDS Manager also leads on rating (5.0 vs 1.2) and monetization model (free vs freemium). Astea Mobile's advantage is ratings volume (124 vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 8 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TotalSDS Manager holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Astea Mobile has 124 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 5% of Astea Mobile's written reviews are positive against 100% of TotalSDS Manager's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Astea Mobile ships an update every 2 months, TotalSDS Manager every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Astea Mobile versus TotalSDS Manager: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAstea MobileTotalSDS Manager
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.2 (124 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews5.1% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings124 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 8 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.4 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIFS CorporationTotalSDS

Customer experience

Astea Mobile

All ratings110 ratings
Positive3.6%
Neutral0.9%
Negative95.5%
Written reviews79 reviews
Positive5.1%
Neutral2.5%
Negative92.4%

TotalSDS Manager

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

Bugs and requests

Astea Mobile

Reported bugs

40 issues
  • App crashes constantly
  • Loses data frequently
  • Freezes and lags
  • Requires network connection to refresh lists
  • Errors when logging in
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  • Work entries lost without warning
  • AM/PM defaults incorrectly
  • Random service orders crashing
  • Connection issues despite stable internet
  • Logs out after about an hour
  • Requires multiple tries to open app
  • Does not load past splash screen
  • Cannot view historical data easily
  • Error codes when closing jobs
  • Scrolling problems
  • Drop-down tabs show only one item
  • Auto-redirects to different spots when clicking drop-downs
  • Media attachments fail
  • Cannot attach photos from iOS devices
  • Error messages when trying to login: 'unable to open database'
  • Broken on iOS 13 and 14
  • Not compatible with iOS 13 on iPad
  • Cannot scroll while using app on iPad
  • New update makes work orders unselectable
  • App not supported after new iPhone software update
  • Clock not on time, select one time shows another
  • PM checklists too long
  • Completion page has unnecessary pop-ups
  • New version has messed up work orders
  • Cannot select certain items on work orders
  • New update is junk, hard to navigate
  • Login issues after iOS updates
  • App is not working on iPhone 11 Pro Max with iOS 13
  • Harasses user to turn on location services
  • Continuous messages about location services being off
  • Does not support iOS 11
  • Slow to update compatibility with new OS
  • Job creation scheme, layout and icons take longer to fill in
  • Unable to stop work to clock out for lunch or end day
  • Logged in to one job but says on site at another

Requested features

11 requests
  • Disable repeated beeping after login
  • Option to change notification sound
  • Improve AM/PM intuitiveness
  • Make notes on jobs more accessible
  • Allow editing of submitted time entries
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  • Add landscape mode support
  • Streamline app complexity
  • Improve compatibility with newer iOS versions
  • Fix media attachment issues
  • Allow viewing upcoming work information
  • Enable adjusting duration to auto-populate end time

TotalSDS Manager

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Astea Mobile

No in-app purchases

None

TotalSDS Manager

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Astea Mobile free?
Astea Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TotalSDS Manager free?
TotalSDS Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Astea Mobile or TotalSDS Manager?
TotalSDS Manager is rated higher. Astea Mobile averages 1.2 out of 5 from 124 ratings, while TotalSDS Manager averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Astea Mobile or TotalSDS Manager have ads?
Neither Astea Mobile nor TotalSDS Manager shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Astea Mobile or TotalSDS Manager?
Astea Mobile ships an update every 2 months, and TotalSDS Manager every 8 months. Most recently, Astea Mobile was updated on October 31, 2026 and TotalSDS Manager on October 24, 2026.

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