Comparison

Narda FieldMan vs DewesoftM

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

Head to head
About

Narda FieldMan

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With the Narda FieldMan App you have full control over your FieldMan directly on your iPhone. Conveniently control your FieldMan remotely, adjust settings, change modes and even take pictures or videos with your phone camera to insert them directly into your projects, or add previously taken pictures from the media library. The app makes typing texts effortless by allowing you to use your phone's keyboard. Simplify your measurement processes and optimize your work with the Narda FieldMan app. The app offers the following features: - Remote control: all functions of the FieldMan can be controlled via the app, including measurement, measurement parameters, setups, standards and the data logger. - Images and videos: Images and videos can be created and transferred to the FieldMan using the app's integrated camera. - Printing: Suitable data can be printed out on site via the system dialog. - File sharing: The share function makes it possible to send complete projects and files. Advantages and important information at a glance: - Safety in hazardous environments through remote control. - Complete, better documentation by adding images and videos - Time saving and efficiency, thanks to on-site printing. - Quick transfer of measurement data to other people. - WiFi connection between FieldMan and smartphone is required.

About

DewesoftM

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DewesoftM is a free mobile app for connecting to, configuring, and monitoring Dewesoft data acquisition systems β€” 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. β€”β€”β€” EASY CONNECTIVITY β€”β€”β€” 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. β€”β€”β€” DEVICE STATUS β€”β€”β€” 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. β€”β€”β€” DEVICE CONFIGURATION β€”β€”β€” 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. β€”β€”β€” LIVE DATA VISUALIZATION β€”β€”β€” Build custom display screens using a full suite of widgets: Digital Meter β€” live values with min, max, and average Analog Meter β€” gauge-style display for quick readings Recorder Graph β€” zoom, pause, and multi-axis waveform view FFT Widget β€” spectral analysis in the frequency domain Bar Widget β€” comparative bar indicators LED Alarm β€” visual and audio alerts Map Widget β€” smooth GNSS-based spatial visualization Button Widget β€” 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. β€”β€”β€” COMPATIBLE DEVICES β€”β€”β€” 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.

Screenshots

Narda FieldMan4 screens
DewesoftM4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: DewesoftM at every 6 weeks against Narda FieldMan's every 6 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Narda FieldMan ships an update every 6 months, DewesoftM every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Narda FieldMan versus DewesoftM: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNarda FieldManDewesoftM
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 6 weeks β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size55 MB150 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNarda Safety Test Solutions GmbHDEWESoft

In-app purchases

None

Narda FieldMan

No in-app purchases

None

DewesoftM

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Narda FieldMan free?
Narda FieldMan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DewesoftM free?
DewesoftM is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Narda FieldMan or DewesoftM have ads?
Neither Narda FieldMan nor DewesoftM shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Narda FieldMan or DewesoftM?
Narda FieldMan ships an update every 6 months, and DewesoftM every 6 weeks. Most recently, Narda FieldMan was updated on June 1, 2026 and DewesoftM on September 13, 2026.

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