Comparison

SHUTR Connect vs JobForge

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

Head to head
About

SHUTR Connect

Features
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SHUTR Connect™ The SHUTR Connect app allows you to configure the SHUTR electric sliding damper and all other components of the SHUTR® family of products. The products are primarily designed to improve the efficiency of dust collection systems in professional and semi-professional wood working shops and industry applications. The wireless components use the SHUTR Connect™ protocol to interact in a safe and reliable way. The components: • SHUTR Controller (needed to use this app) • SHUTR Gate, an electric, wireless sliding damper • SHUTR Sensor, for detecting that a processing machine is turned on • SHUTR Remote, a remote control The wireless components are easy to install, no specific knowledge required. No network setup needed. Once installed, gates will automatically open and the dust collector will be automatically switched on if a processing machines equipped with a sensor are activated or if a remote is used. This reduces the health hazard for workers and saves energy as the dust collector is only switched on when needed. The SHUTR Gate is an electric sliding damper that complies with the CE/ATEX 114 safety regulations. The SHUTR Connect app connects over Bluetooth with the SHUTR Controller and lets you combine the different components by pairing them in logical series. The app also provides advanced settings for the components in the SHUTR Connect network: • Switch ON delay • Switch OFF delay • Minimum runtime dust collector • Minimum OFF time dust collector • Sensor sensitivity • OTA firmware updates, and more More information: https://www.blastgate.com Contact us at: info@blastgate.com Privacy policy: https://www.blastgate.com/privacy-policy/ BlastGate.com BV – ©2023. All right reserved. SHUTR® is a registered trademark. Specifications may change without prior notice.

About

JobForge

Features
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Transform your service business with JobForge - the complete management solution designed for professional cleaning companies, maintenance teams, and service providers. PERFECT FOR: • Residential & commercial cleaning services • Janitorial and maintenance companies • Property management teams • Multi-location service businesses CORE FEATURES: • Smart job scheduling and dispatch • Real-time progress tracking and updates • Complete customer relationship management • Team coordination with role-based permissions • Automated mileage tracking and reimbursement • Weather-based scheduling optimization • Receipt and expense management • Professional reporting and analytics TEAM MANAGEMENT: • Secure role-based access (Owner/Manager/Employee) • Team member invitations and onboarding • Assignment tracking and accountability • Performance monitoring and reporting FLEXIBLE SUBSCRIPTION TIERS: Basic (Free): • Up to 5 team members • Essential job management • Weather integration • Basic reporting Pro ($9.99/month): • Up to 25 team members • Advanced reporting and analytics • Customer management tools • Cloud synchronization across devices • Priority customer support Enterprise ($29.99/month): • Up to 100 team members • Advanced team management • Role-based permissions • Premium reporting features • Priority support and training Enterprise+ ($99.99/month): • Unlimited team members • Custom branding and white-labeling • Logo customization for client-facing materials • Advanced customization options • Dedicated priority support POWERFUL AUTOMATION: • mileage tracking • Automatic reimbursement calculations • Weather alerts for outdoor jobs • Smart scheduling ease with weather notifications • Real-time team notifications ENTERPRISE-GRADE Features • Multi-device synchronization with user management and tracking • Data export capabilities BUSINESS INSIGHTS: • Performance analytics and metrics • Revenue tracking and reporting • Team productivity insights • Customer satisfaction monitoring • Growth trend analysis WHY CHOOSE JOBFORGE: • Intuitive interface designed for service professionals • Reliable offline functionality • Seamless integration with existing workflows • Comprehensive audit trails • Scalable from small teams to enterprise operations Start growing your service business today with JobForge! Download now and experience the difference professional management tools can make. Perfect for cleaning services, maintenance teams, janitorial companies, and any service business looking to streamline operations and boost productivity.

Screenshots

SHUTR Connect4 screens
JobForge4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SHUTR Connect at none against JobForge's 3. SHUTR Connect also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). JobForge's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs monthly). 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. JobForge sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. SHUTR Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SHUTR Connect ships an update monthly, JobForge weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
SHUTR Connect versus JobForge: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSHUTR ConnectJobForge
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB9 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperBlastGate B.V.Jagged Trail XPeditions

In-app purchases

None

SHUTR Connect

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

JobForge

Subscriptions3
  • Pro $9.99/mo$9.991 Month
  • JobForge Enterprise$29.991 Month
  • JobForge Enterprise+$99.991 Month

Questions

Is SHUTR Connect free?
SHUTR Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is JobForge free?
JobForge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SHUTR Connect or JobForge have ads?
Neither SHUTR Connect nor JobForge shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SHUTR Connect or JobForge?
SHUTR Connect ships an update monthly, and JobForge weekly. Most recently, SHUTR Connect was updated on October 25, 2026 and JobForge on October 31, 2026.

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