Comparison

LiNX Access vs i

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

Head to head
About

LiNX Access

This tool allows authorized users to wirelessly configure and diagnose wheelchair performance parameters. It offers graphical programming, live diagnostics, and instant configuration changes for a customized ride experience.

Highlights
  • Wireless connectivity
  • Graphical programming interface
  • Live diagnostics with real-time data
  • Live Edit for instant configuration changes
  • Wheelchair diagnostic information updates
  • Compatibility with PC tool
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Configuration and Diagnostics Tool for the LiNX Wheelchair System INTENDED USE Use the LiNX Access iOS tool on your iPad, iPod touch or iPhone in combination with an authorised LiNX Access Key to configure wheelchair performance parameters for the Dynamic Controls LiNX wheelchair control system. Key features for Authorised Users Wireless connectivity creates an entirely new experience as you can easily interact with the wheelchair as it moves around. Graphical programming that provides an intuitive interface for programming wheelchair performance with touch and drag control points Live Diagnostics provides real time graph data for key wheelchair performance such as joystick demand, motor current and battery status Live Edit enables wheelchair performance configuration changes to instantly write to the wheelchair* so you can rapidly create the ride experience you want. Wheelchair diagnostic information is updated instantly to the LiNX Access iOS tool as errors occur or are resolved. Pair once with your LiNX Access Key and then use this to quickly connect to any LiNX system via the XLR port. LiNX Access iOS wheelchair configuration files (.lci) are also compatible with the LiNX Access PC tool. Authorised users are Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and their approved Distribution channels (Dealers/Providers, Therapists and Wheelchair Service Technicians). Non-authorised users can use the tool to read wheelchair configuration and diagnostic information from a stored file through the default access level. Access Levels Default = the ability to receive a LiNX wheelchair file via email, or other file exchange methods, to view read-only Distributor level configuration and diagnostics information. Distributor = the ability to connect to a LiNX wheelchair system via a distributor level LiNX Access Key (DLX-HKEY01-A) to read and configure basic wheelchair performance parameters. Manufacturer = the ability to connect to a LiNX wheelchair system via a manufacturer level LiNX Access Key (DLX-HKEY02-A) to read and configure high level wheelchair performance parameters. WARNINGS Read the LiNX Access User Manual as well as Installation Manual(s) of the System / Controller / Module as applicable before configuring a controller. Performance adjustments should only be made by healthcare professionals, or by persons who completely understand the parameter settings, the adjustment process, the configuration of the vehicle, and the capabilities of the driver. Inappropriate settings can make the vehicle uncontrollable or unstable. An uncontrollable or unstable vehicle can cause an unsafe situation such as a crash, with the risk of serious injury to the driver or bystanders, or damage to the vehicle or surrounding property. It is possible to set the configuration tools to write each parameter change instantly to a wheelchair without cycling power. When using the ‘Live Edit’ mode, users should be aware that the performance of the wheelchair will be instantly changed. * Note: Safety critical configuration parameters are excluded from the Live Edit function.

About

i

This app allows users to configure Stealth i-Drive® Advanced Drive Control interfaces using an iPhone or iPad. It provides access to adjustable settings for joystick calibration, sip-n-puff pressure thresholds, and hybrid configurations for wheelchair operation. A diagnostics screen is also available for real-time sensor activation.

Highlights
  • Configure i-Drive® Advanced Drive Control interfaces
  • Adjust joystick calibration
  • Set sip-n-puff pressure thresholds
  • Configure hybrid input types
  • View real-time sensor activation
  • Access adjustable settings with dealer credentials
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Configure i-Drive® Advanced Drive Control interfaces with your iPhone or iPad. With i-Drive Config, you can change the setup of an i-Drive® interface to suit the user's needs using just your iPhone or iPad. See real-time sensor activation on Diagnostics screen. After logging in with your dealer credentials, you can access all adjustable settings to configure the i-Drive interface. Complete tasks such as joystick calibration; sip-n-puff pressure threshold adjustments; and, setting up hybrid configurations enabling different input types to operate the wheelchair. Please Note: - An i-Drive® Advanced Drive Control interface v4.0 or greater is required - Without dealer credentials, only Diagnostics screen will be accessible -- == ** MIGRATION NOTICE ** == -- This application replaces i-Drive Mobile. Our iOS, Android, and Windows 10 i-Drive Advanced Drive Control setup applications have been migrated to a single code base. The i-Drive® Mobile application will no longer be updated and has been removed from the iOS App store. Please install i-Drive Config (this application) and remove the i-Drive® Mobile application from your iPhone and/or iPad.

Screenshots

LiNX Access4 screens
i4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: LiNX Access at 4.8 against i's 4.0. LiNX Access also leads on ratings volume (6 vs 1). i's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 17.0). 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

LiNX Access holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LiNX Access has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
LiNX Access versus i: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLiNX Accessi
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (6 ratings) — better4.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.08.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB60 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDynamic ControlsTrident Research, LLC

Customer experience

LiNX Access

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

i

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

LiNX Access

No in-app purchases

None

i

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LiNX Access free?
LiNX Access is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is i free?
i is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, LiNX Access or i?
LiNX Access is rated higher. LiNX Access averages 4.8 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while i averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do LiNX Access or i have ads?
Neither LiNX Access nor i shows ads.

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