Comparison

Remote PLC vs Field Tracker GPS

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

Head to head
About

Remote PLC

Monitor and control Automationdirect.com's CLICK and CLICK PLUS Programmable Logic Controllers in real time. View and edit PLC registers, check project information, and manage user accounts with customizable monitor windows.

Highlights
  • Real-time monitoring and control
  • View and edit PLC registers
  • Multiple level user accounts
  • Customizable monitor windows
  • Access PLC error logs
  • Check PLC project information
Features
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Remote PLC is an application for real time monitoring and control for the CLICK and CLICK PLUS Programmable Control product lines offered by Automationdirect.com. For this app to function as designed, a CLICK PLC with ethernet or Bluetooth support is required. The Remote PLC app offers a quick method of connecting to a PLC to view and edit values in the PLC registers, as well as check the PLC project information, including the Error logs. Main Features: -Multiple Level User Accounts. Once connected, the authorized users can view and edit Monitor Windows based on their permission levels setup in the project file. -Custom Monitor windows can be created and stored to the PLC using the CLICK Programming software version 3.60 or later. Monitor Window access can be based on the user permissions. - Monitor and edit designated discrete and integer values within the PLC. Timer / Counter values can easily be viewed and edited. - PLC type and status, such as PLC Error Logs, scan times (Min and Max), as well as Project file information. Requirements: • All current CLICK and CLICK PLUS PLCs with ethernet/Bluetooth support the Remote PLC app. • The PLC must be using firmware Version 3.60 or later. • CLICK Programming Software Version 3.60 or later is required to program and configure the PLC to support the Remote PLC App. • The CPU must have compatible network settings with the device running the Remote PLC App.

About

Field Tracker GPS

Features
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Field Tracker Pro turns your iPhone into a GPS coverage tracker. See exactly where you've been on any field, property, or job site in real time. Perfect for farmers, landscapers, hunters, and property managers who need to track coverage from a tractor, Gator, ATV, or on foot. Features: - Real-time GPS coverage mapping - Multiple events for different fields or jobs - Adjustable coverage width to match your equipment - Custom coverage colors per session - Satellite, hybrid, and standard map views - Live Activity on your Lock Screen - Works offline with on-device storage Start tracking in seconds - open the app, hit record, and go. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Remote PLC4 screens
Field Tracker GPS3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Remote PLC at none against Field Tracker GPS's 4. Remote PLC also leads on iOS requirement (16.1 vs 26.2). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Field Tracker GPS sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Remote PLC asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Remote PLC versus Field Tracker GPS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote PLCField Tracker GPS
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.1 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size92 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAutomationdirect.comSteven Marrone

In-app purchases

None

Remote PLC

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Field Tracker GPS

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Yearly$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is Remote PLC free?
Remote PLC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Field Tracker GPS free?
Field Tracker GPS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Remote PLC or Field Tracker GPS have ads?
Neither Remote PLC nor Field Tracker GPS shows ads.

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