Comparison

IntelliPORT vs Thread Forms

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

Head to head
About

IntelliPORT

This app assists field technicians in verifying the correct installation of specific control units. It allows users to test relays and read configuration and counter information directly from the unit via an infrared connection.

Highlights
  • Verify installation of control units
  • Test relays via infrared
  • Read configuration data
  • Display counter information
  • Compatible with IntelliPEAK units
Features
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IntelliPORT enables field technicians to ensure proper installation of Comverge’s IntelliPEAK™ Digital Control Units™ (DCU). IntelliPORT consists of an app for the iOS Device and an infrared adaptor which attaches directly to the hand-held device. To use IntelliPORT, simply point the iDevice at the IntelliPEAK unit’s infrared window and select “Test” to control relays. To display the IntelliPEAK configuration and counter information. select "Read" on the main screen. IntelliPORT works with all Comverge IntelliPEAK units that have two-way infrared capabilities. IntelliPEAK is a DCU that can be controlled for up to eight hours from a single radio message to cycle on and off high-energy use appliances. System requirements: * iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch with iOS 13.5 or later with a Lightning port. * Apple Lightning to 30-Pin Adapter * Infrared (IR) adaptor (30-Pin)

About

Thread Forms

Digitize facility inspections, testing, and maintenance with this app. It replaces paper forms for accurate data capture, improved compliance, and real-time work order tracking. Streamline operations for corrective, safety, preventive, and routine maintenance tasks.

Highlights
  • Digitize inspections and maintenance
  • Accurate data capture
  • Real-time work order tracking
  • Corrective maintenance
  • Fire & life safety checks
  • Preventive maintenance scheduling
  • Rounds and readings
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Thread Forms pairs with TBL’s web application to digitize recurring inspections, testing, and maintenance tasks in facilities. By replacing paper-based processes, it ensures accurate data capture, improved compliance, and real-time tracking of work orders. Tasks within Thread typically fall into four main categories: * Fire & Life Safety: Ensures that critical safety equipment, such as fire alarms and fire sprinkler systems, are inspected and tested to meet regulatory requirements. * Maintenance: Maintenance tasks to keep equipment running efficiently, reduce downtime, and extend asset life. * Rounds & Readings: Involves routine checks of equipment and systems to track performance and detect early issues. By integrating with TBL’s web application, Thread Forms allows facility teams to efficiently complete assigned tasks, meet regulatory requirements, and access historical data — all from a centralized platform. This digital approach enhances operational efficiency, reduces errors, and ensures compliance with industry standards.

Screenshots

IntelliPORT4 screens
Thread Forms3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Thread Forms at every 5 weeks against IntelliPORT's every 5 months. IntelliPORT's advantage is iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.0). 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IntelliPORT ships an update every 5 months, Thread Forms every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
IntelliPORT versus Thread Forms: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIntelliPORTThread Forms
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.2 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews11.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings—5 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB171 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperItron Inc.TBL Technologies, Inc.

Customer experience

IntelliPORT

Written reviews9 reviews
Positive11.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative88.9%

Thread Forms

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%

In-app purchases

None

IntelliPORT

No in-app purchases

None

Thread Forms

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is IntelliPORT free?
IntelliPORT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Thread Forms free?
Thread Forms is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do IntelliPORT or Thread Forms have ads?
Neither IntelliPORT nor Thread Forms shows ads.
Which is updated more often, IntelliPORT or Thread Forms?
IntelliPORT ships an update every 5 months, and Thread Forms every 5 weeks. Most recently, IntelliPORT was updated on October 6, 2026 and Thread Forms on October 9, 2026.

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