ARmeator vs Fwrd
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ARmeator
This app connects to a wireless meat thermometer via Bluetooth to monitor cooking temperatures in real-time. It provides alerts when preset temperatures are reached and offers guided settings for various meats, ensuring perfect results for any cook.
- Bluetooth connectivity to thermometer
- Real-time temperature monitoring
- Customizable temperature alerts
- Guided cooking temperatures for various meats
- User-friendly interface for all skill levels
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Armeator is a smart application that works in tandem with the Armeator wireless meat thermometer. By connecting to the thermometer through Bluetooth, the app allows you to monitor the temperature in real-time and alerts you when the preset temperature is reached. The app provides guided temperatures for various types of meat cooking, giving you the option to select the desired temperature settings to match your cooking preferences. Whether you're a novice cook or an experienced chef, Armeator makes it easy to achieve perfect results every time.
Fwrd
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Forward incoming iPhone text messages to your own Discord, Slack, or Telegram destination with Apple Shortcuts. Create a Message Personal Automation, choose a message keyword, and pass the message body to Fwrd. The setup guide walks you through the steps. Fwrd sends from your iPhone and keeps forwarding history on your device. No Fwrd account is required. Start with 15 free forwards per calendar month. Fwrd Pro removes the limit for $3.99/month or $29.99/year in the US. Eligible customers can try the annual plan free for 7 days, then pay $29.99/year. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled in Apple subscription settings. Prices vary by region and are shown before purchase. Delivery depends on Apple Shortcuts, an iPhone that is on and online, and the destination service. After a restart, unlock your iPhone once before forwarding while locked. You must create the Personal Automation in Shortcuts and supply your own destination details. Privacy Policy: https://fwrdsms.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ARmeator at none against Fwrd's 2. ARmeator also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 26.2). 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
Both are free to download. Fwrd sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. ARmeator asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | ARmeator | Fwrd |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.7 (6 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 15.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 59 MB | 16 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HONGKONG DAMAI INTERNATIONAL LIMITED | Alan Tom |
In-app purchases
ARmeator
No in-app purchases
Fwrd
- Fwrd Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
- Fwrd Pro Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year









