iS7 vs SICK Smart Assistant
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iS7
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--- Industrial automation tool --- Read and write variables on Siemens S7 PLC (input, output, timer, counter, memory and data block) Manage a virtual push button for remote operations, with configurable I/O, for custom use. Check operative status of S7.300 and S7.400 PLC Link the new S7.1200 and S7.1500 series and, on the last release, also the little LOGO PLC. For all detailed informations please visit support website. http://www.trotti.eu/iS7/index.html
SICK Smart Assistant
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The SICK Smart Assistant App is your mobile solution for easy commissioning, configuration, and diagnostics of SICK sensors – directly via your smartphone or tablet. Thanks to Bluetooth communication, the app enables fast and wireless connection to compatible sensors and offers a user-friendly interface for maximum efficiency in the field. Compatible Sensors: Level sensors: LXRC, LXRH, SICK Wave LFR and LBR Pressure sensors: PTAC, PTAM Key Features: Quick commissioning: Intuitive step-by-step configuration Live data display: Real-time visualization of measurement values and sensor status Bluetooth connection: Wireless communication with sensors Diagnostics & maintenance: Access to status information and error codes
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: SICK Smart Assistant at Free against iS7's $14.99. SICK Smart Assistant also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On update cadence, 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
SICK Smart Assistant is free to download; iS7 costs $14.99 up front. iS7 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SICK Smart Assistant asks for nothing beyond the download.
iS7 ships an update every 4 months, SICK Smart Assistant every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iS7 | SICK Smart Assistant |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $14.99 | Free — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 214 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Carlo Trotti | SICK AG |
In-app purchases
iS7
- Alarms$2.99
SICK Smart Assistant
No in-app purchases
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