Comparison

Matter Utilities vs KNX Inspector

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

Head to head
About

Matter Utilities

This application assists developers in testing and interacting with Matter devices. It allows for scanning, connecting via setup codes, and viewing detailed device information. Developers can also test pre-built or custom Matter Clusters.

Highlights
  • Scan for nearby Matter devices
  • Connect using QR or setup codes
  • Access detailed device information
  • Test core Matter Clusters
  • Work with custom Clusters
Features
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Matter Utilities is a professional toolkit for developers and testers who build, validate, and troubleshoot Matter devices. Scan nearby Matter devices, pair with a QR code or manual setup code, inspect detailed device information, and work with both standard and custom clusters. When you need deeper validation, run automation flows, review results, and export logs to speed up debugging. Why Matter Utilities • Faster commissioning and troubleshooting • Detailed device inspection for development workflows • Standard and custom cluster tools • Automation testing for supported devices • JSON log export for validation and bug investigation What you can do • Scan nearby Matter devices • Pair using a Matter QR code or manual setup code • Read device details and supported capabilities • Read and write standard and custom clusters • Run automation tests with progress tracking • Filter tests by endpoint and choose only the checks you need • Review pass/fail results and export logs • Use Advanced Mode visual overlays for supported lighting tests Automation testing Matter Utilities can generate test cases from device endpoints and run selected steps sequentially. Current automation coverage includes root endpoint checks, On/Off, brightness levels, color temperature, hue and saturation, and advanced color commands for supported lighting devices. Built for professional use Matter Utilities is designed for Matter development and test workflows. It is best suited for engineers, QA, integrators, and device teams who need more than a consumer smart home controller. Privacy Policy: https://df.technology/matter-utilities/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

KNX Inspector

This professional tool analyzes and diagnoses KNX/IP installations. It connects to gateways, monitors real-time telegrams, checks group addresses, and compares live data with imported projects for troubleshooting and documentation.

Highlights
  • Real-time KNX/IP telegram monitoring
  • Group address checking and analysis
  • Physical device address scanning
  • Live data comparison with ETS projects
  • Bus alarm for targeted monitoring
  • KNX data type testing
  • Export for documentation
Features
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KNX Inspector is a professional analysis and diagnostics app for KNX/IP installations on iPhone and iPad. The app connects to KNX/IP gateways and interfaces, monitors telegrams in real time, checks group addresses, analyzes physical device addresses, and compares live data with imported ETS projects. The app was developed for commissioning, service, troubleshooting, and technical analysis. It is ideal for system integrators, service technicians, and anyone who needs to understand, test, and document KNX systems during live operation. Key Features: * Connection to KNX/IP gateways and interfaces * Network search via KNX multicast and local gateway discovery * Live monitoring of KNX telegrams * Filters for direction, telegram type, search text, and group address * Raw data and plain-text display with DPT reference * Bus alarm for targeted monitoring of group or device addresses * DPT test for reading and writing group addresses * Line scan for physical KNX device addresses * Telegram scan for active group communication * Complete analysis combining device discovery and telegram monitoring * ETS / .knxproj import for the Compare ETS feature * Project structure with functions, buildings, rooms, and topology * Export functions for documentation and sharing * Local session and history management Supported devices include KNXnet/IP-compatible devices, interfaces, and routers accessible via the standard UDP port 3671. This includes, for example, KNX/IP gateways and interfaces from manufacturers such as MDT, Gira, Jung, Hager, Weinzierl, ABB, Schneider Electric, Siemens, Theben, and Busch-Jaeger. With the Live Monitor, you can observe KNX telegrams in real time. The app displays the source, destination, group address, payload, telegram type, and, wherever possible, decoded values. Filters help you track specific communication patterns, group addresses, or responses. The Bus Map combines devices, group activity, and communication patterns into a structured analysis. This allows you to quickly identify which participants are active, which group addresses are being used, and which transmitters generate the most traffic. With Compare ETS, you can cross-reference live data with an imported ETS project. This reveals which devices were detected live, which project devices are missing, which groups are active, and where discrepancies exist between the live bus and the project data. The DPT Test is ideal for targeted functional testing. Group addresses can be read or written, and supported DPTs are decoded and displayed as clearly as possible. This allows you to directly test switching, dimming, temperature values, scenes, and many other typical KNX functions. A complete list of supported decoded KNX data types, as well as technical notes, is available online via the support URL. KNX Inspector works locally on your device and is optimized for practical on-site work. The app is particularly suitable for: * Commissioning KNX systems * Service and maintenance work * Troubleshooting telegram and group address issues * Comparing live installations with the ETS project * Documenting technical observations * Remote monitoring of the KNX bus via VPN For technical inquiries or general support, please use the support URL. A user manual and technical notes are also available online. Note: KNX is a registered trademark of the KNX Association. This application was developed independently and is not an official product of the KNX Association.

Screenshots

Matter Utilities4 screens
KNX Inspector4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: KNX Inspector at 100% against Matter Utilities's 37%. KNX Inspector also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Matter Utilities's advantage is chart position (#119 vs unranked). 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. Matter Utilities sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and KNX Inspector sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Matter Utilities versus KNX Inspector: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMatter UtilitiesKNX Inspector
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (44 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews36.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings44 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#119 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.2 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDIGITAL FORTRESS COMPANY LIMITEDKurenz Music GbR

Customer experience

Matter Utilities

All ratings41 ratings
Positive82.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative17.1%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive36.8%
Neutral5.3%
Negative57.9%

KNX Inspector

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Matter Utilities

Subscriptions3
  • Matter Test Lab Monthly7 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Matter Test Lab 6-Month7 Days trial$34.996 Months
  • Matter Test Lab Annual7 Days trial$52.001 Year
1 purchases

KNX Inspector

One-time1
  • KNX Inspector Pro$24.99

Questions

Is Matter Utilities free?
Matter Utilities is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is KNX Inspector free?
KNX Inspector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Matter Utilities or KNX Inspector have ads?
Neither Matter Utilities nor KNX Inspector shows ads.

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