KT vs NEP
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
KT
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This is a Bluetooth low energy (BLE) application for GlobalSat KT-520 configuration. By synchronizing with your KT-520, you can check the FW/APP versions and current settings. Also, you can adjust device setting to fulfill different user scenarios. With this application and KT-520 we believe you will have a better experience. Functions: Basic Information: Kineis IDH & S/N FW version / APP version Device settings : Transmission durations / GPS acquisition duration Security setting Firmware upgrade Support iOS 11 or above.
NEP
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* Capture Turbidity field measurements and simply log the data onto your iPhone or iPad * Transfer data from your device to anyone and anywhere in the world. * Innovative app to replace handheld display & logging of turbidity, temperature, time, date, location & comments directly on your device. * The freedom to port data directly to a phone, tablet, or laptop. * Ensure to the end user, field work efficiencies and efficient way to manage and track data. NEP-LINK BLE FEATURES: * Bluetooth LE connection (wireless interface) with the latest NEP-5000-LINK probe. * Automatic Turbidity and Temperature data logging. * Auto Ranging 40-400-5000 NTU. * Geo-location features. * Dynamic Graphic interface to access datasets & statistics. * Custom comment. * Pictures capability. * Easy export to your favorite application (Gmail, Email, Dropbox,…). * Log files with embedded location, time & date, comments & photos. * Log file record in Comma Delimited data Sentence. * Online support access. * Ergonomic user interface. MINIMAL REQUIREMENTS * To be used with Apple iOS 15.6 and above. * ANALITE Auto-Range Turbidity Sensor * NEP-5000-LINK Bluetooth LE module REVISION REQUIREMENTS: * Highly recommended to export your data records prior updating your application. NEP-5000-LINK SENSOR FEATURES: * Fast and easy to use, wireless logging application for the NEP-5000 family of ANALITE Turbidity sensors. * Easy field-deployment. * Wide range of accessories. * Monitor battery charge for rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery (up to 5-10 hours operation). * Ensure connectivity with Bluetooth Module. * Smart Flashing 3-color indicator on Bluetooth Module. * Smart long term storage.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: KT at every 3 weeks against NEP's every 4 months. KT also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
KT ships an update every 3 weeks, NEP every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on June 7, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | KT | NEP |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Globalsat Technology Corporation. | Observator Instruments Pty Ltd |
In-app purchases
KT
No in-app purchases
NEP
No in-app purchases









