Comparison

DD Mate vs PATS

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

Head to head

About

DD Mate

Features

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The app allows you to connect to a DigiDevice NEXT device to display the measured weight. For certain models, additional functions can be controlled, depending on the specifications.

About

PATS

Features

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PATS-Vinder is your all-in-one app for installing, monitoring, and scouting with PATS pest control systems. Install smarter -Guided setup for PATS-C and Trap-Eye -Photo verification to avoid mistakes -Log device replacements instantly Monitor pests -Get pest insect alerts -Verify caterpillar peaks -Track trends for better crop protection Scout in the field -Record pest or disease signs on-site -Sync instantly to your PATS dashboard -Make data-driven decisions faster Protect your crops with faster installs, earlier detection, and smarter pest management – all from your phone.

Screenshots

DD Mate4 screens

PATS3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: PATS at every 5 weeks against DD Mate's every 8 months. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DD Mate ships an update every 8 months, PATS every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level

DD Mate versus PATS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter	DD Mate	PATS
Price	Free	Free
Update frequency	Every 8 months	Every 5 weeks — better
Ads	No	No
In-app purchases	No	No
Devices	iPhone, iPad, iPod	iPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS	15.6	15.6
Further details — not scored
Size	31 MB	21 MB
Age rating	4+	4+
Developer	DigiDevice Srl	PATS

In-app purchases

None

DD Mate

No in-app purchases

None

PATS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DD Mate free?

DD Mate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

Is PATS free?

PATS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

Do DD Mate or PATS have ads?

Neither DD Mate nor PATS shows ads.

Which is updated more often, DD Mate or PATS?

DD Mate ships an update every 8 months, and PATS every 5 weeks. Most recently, DD Mate was updated on September 30, 2026 and PATS on September 12, 2026.