Gridphase vs DewesoftM
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Gridphase
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Introducing the Gridphase mobile application - your indispensable tool when working with the Gridphase handheld instrument. Designed to seamlessly integrate with your device, this app enhances its capabilities by enabling straightforward phase identification in power distribution networks. Gridphase mobile ensures that phase identification is just a tap away. Experience the synergy of your handheld instrument and mobile app working in perfect harmony, making your tasks simpler and more efficient.
DewesoftM
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DewesoftM is a free mobile app for connecting to, configuring, and monitoring Dewesoft data acquisition systems โ from your iPhone or iPad. Designed for engineers in the field, on the test track, or in the lab, DewesoftM eliminates the need for a workstation. Connect to your DAQ hardware in seconds, check device status, adjust your setup, and watch live measurement data stream in real time. โโโ EASY CONNECTIVITY โโโ Automatic device discovery finds all available hardware on your network. Devices are listed by serial number and custom location name, sorted by last connected for quick access. Create device groups to connect to multiple systems at once, or join as a view-only client when the device is already in use. The app reconnects automatically and returns you to your last screen. โโโ DEVICE STATUS โโโ At a glance, see the IP address, active channel count, current operating mode, configuration, and active function blocks. Monitor storing module status, CAN and XCP output activity, and access detailed diagnostic logs. โโโ DEVICE CONFIGURATION โโโ Adjust sampling rates, channel ranges, and measurement types. Add, remove, or configure function blocks including storing, CAN output, XCP output, AO output, formula math, and basic statistics. Use the table view for fast channel scanning. Save configurations in .dms format and start device operation directly from the app. โโโ LIVE DATA VISUALIZATION โโโ Build custom display screens using a full suite of widgets: Digital Meter โ live values with min, max, and average Analog Meter โ gauge-style display for quick readings Recorder Graph โ zoom, pause, and multi-axis waveform view FFT Widget โ spectral analysis in the frequency domain Bar Widget โ comparative bar indicators LED Alarm โ visual and audio alerts Map Widget โ smooth GNSS-based spatial visualization Button Widget โ trigger operations directly from the live view Layouts adapt to portrait and landscape, and are saved to the device so they persist every time you reconnect. โโโ COMPATIBLE DEVICES โโโ Works with all Dewesoft openDAQ-compliant systems: - OBSIDIAN (R8, R8w, R12) - IOLITE X - SIRIUS X - SIRIUS XHS - Third-party openDAQ-compatible devices Requires firmware version 2025.3 or later.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: DewesoftM at every 6 weeks against Gridphase's every 3 months. Gridphase's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Gridphase ships an update every 3 months, DewesoftM every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on May 17, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Gridphase | DewesoftM |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 6 weeks โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 โ better | 15.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 57 MB | 150 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | GRID INSTRUMENTS d.o.o. | DEWESoft |
In-app purchases
Gridphase
No in-app purchases
DewesoftM
No in-app purchases









