Comparison

ThinKnx vs Ground Score Metal Detecting

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

Head to head
About

ThinKnx

Features
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ThinKnx is a new supervision application that, using the smart device ThinKnx Server, allows you to manage home automation systems with KNX (Konnex - EIB), Z-Wave, Modbus, Lutron or BTicino MyHome directly from your iPad. Being developed natively for iOS it offers unprecedented speed during connection and operation using both Wi-Fi or phone connection. It allows to control multiple buildings supporting fast project switch. Description of software functions: Managing complete home automation systems EIB / KNX - Lights (on / off, dimmer, RGB) - Automations - Climate and heating (week thermostat feature) - Display weather data - Load control, water, gas, electricity - Create custom scenarios - Basic Logic - Boolean functions (AND, OR, NOT, NOR, NAND) and filters. - Timed controls thanks to calendars and a lot of kind of timers - KNX bus monitor via web page - RGB Lighting Control Integrated anti-intrusion systems: - Bentel: Kyo8, Kyo16, Kyo32, Kyo320, Absoluta - Tecnoalarm: protocol Tecnoout - Elkron: MP508TG - Aritech ATS - AVS Electronix Xtream 640 - Honeywell Galaxy Dimension - Inim - Siemens SPC Integrated management of video surveillance systems: - Mobotix Cameras - Axis Cameras - Network Cameras with MJPEG stream Integration of installations of other type such as: - Interfacing with devices with MODBUS RTU communication protocol (thermal / special plants / fire / electrical meters) as the FCC-PLANTHERM, RDZ, Menerga - Integration with air conditioning systems by Sanyo - Integration with air conditioners by Mitsubishi - Gateway Function to and from MODBUS-RTU Integrated management of audio / video multi-room: - Sonos - Audio Matrix / video AMX multiroom, Autopatch, Kramer, Atlona (via serial interface) - Video walls NEC, Projectors Sanyo, LG Monitor (via serial interface) - Receivers Denon, Onkyo, Cambridge Audio (via serial or network) - Monitoring of all devices via IR remote control IR 36kHz or 52kHz Features - Fast and easy setup using the free ThinKnx Configurator - Unlimited number of KNX group addresses - Multiproject support - Secure connection thanks to encrypted stream - Comfortable and intuitive usage - Simple and attractive design - Available in English, Italian and German

About

Ground Score Metal Detecting

Organize your metal detecting adventures, log your discoveries, and connect with a global community of enthusiasts. Track hunts, map finds, and share your treasures.

Highlights
  • Hunt tracking with settings and time
  • GPS mapping of finds
  • Finds gallery for discoveries
  • Community feed for sharing and tips
  • Recovery helper directory
  • Dashboard with hunt statistics
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Unearth More with Ground Score – The #1 Metal Detecting App Ground Score is a metal detecting app built to help you stay organized and connected. Track your hunts, log finds, save photos, and connect with detectorists around the world — all in one place. Whether you’re relic hunting, beach detecting, coin shooting, or searching for lost rings, Ground Score helps you stay organized, research smarter, and get more out of every hunt. Key Features Hunt Tracking Log hunt dates, locations, detector settings, and total hunt time. GPS Mapping Pin finds, revisit productive spots, and build your personal treasure map. Finds Gallery Upload and organize photos of coins, relics, jewelry, and other discoveries. Community Feed Share finds, ask questions, exchange tips, and connect with detectorists worldwide. Recovery Helper Directory Help others recover lost items or search our free directory to find a ring finder near you. Dashboard & Insights View hunt stats, track total finds and time detecting, and spot trends to improve future hunts. Perfect For • Relic hunters, coin shooters, and beach detectorists • Gold prospectors and ring finders • Beginners and seasoned detectorists alike. Ground Score replaces messy notebooks and buckets of finds with a modern, easy-to-use metal detecting app — built by detectorists, for detectorists. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Ground Score Metal Detecting4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ThinKnx at none against Ground Score Metal Detecting's 1. ThinKnx also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 14.0.0). Ground Score Metal Detecting's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads 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. Ground Score Metal Detecting sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. ThinKnx asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ThinKnx ships an update every 2 months, Ground Score Metal Detecting every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
ThinKnx versus Ground Score Metal Detecting: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThinKnxGround Score Metal Detecting
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—5 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better14.0.0
Further details — not scored
Size93 MB74 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperLuForLuGround Score LLC

In-app purchases

None

ThinKnx

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Ground Score Metal Detecting

Subscriptions1
  • Ground Score Pro7 Days trial$1.991 Month

Questions

Is ThinKnx free?
ThinKnx is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ground Score Metal Detecting free?
Ground Score Metal Detecting is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ThinKnx or Ground Score Metal Detecting have ads?
Neither ThinKnx nor Ground Score Metal Detecting shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ThinKnx or Ground Score Metal Detecting?
ThinKnx ships an update every 2 months, and Ground Score Metal Detecting every 4 days. Most recently, ThinKnx was updated on November 10, 2026 and Ground Score Metal Detecting on October 30, 2026.

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