PLAD TECH vs Sentry BLE
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PLAD TECH
This app provides drivers with peace of mind by offering features like vehicle location, safety monitoring for new drivers, and diagnostic information for check engine lights. It aims to reduce worry by bringing more insight into your vehicle's status and security.
- Locate lost or stolen vehicles
- Monitor new driver safety
- Diagnose check engine lights
- Vehicle insight and security
- Easy-to-use mobile app
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At PLAD TECH, we want to give drivers more peace of mind. That’s why we offer this simple device that does so much for you and your family. Whether it’s locating a lost or stolen vehicle, keeping a new driver safe, or finding out why your check engine light is on, our device and easy-to-use app brings you more insight and a lot less worry. The features available in the PLAD TECH mobile app may vary based on the plan you purchased at your dealership and compatibility with your vehicle. Some features may require specific hardware or plan levels. Please consult your dealership for more information on plan details and available features.
Sentry BLE
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This application is a configuration tool for Vision Metering GLS005 MIU. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Sentry BLE at 13.1 against PLAD TECH's 16.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.
PLAD TECH ships an update monthly, Sentry BLE every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PLAD TECH | Sentry BLE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (815 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 815 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 13.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 65 MB | 66 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Connected Dealer Services | Vision Metering |
In-app purchases
PLAD TECH
No in-app purchases
Sentry BLE
No in-app purchases
Questions
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Do PLAD TECH or Sentry BLE have ads?
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