Comparison

Major Tech Imager vs Universal Load Controller

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

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About

Major Tech Imager

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Welcome to the Major Tech Imager-X app. This app simply connects your Bluetooth-enabled mobile device to the Thermal and testing instrument, allowing for real-time measurement recordings and measurement reporting. The Imager-X app allows you to record data, take screenshots and view IR (Infrared) files. These files provide you with an intuitive overview of your measurements that allow you to save, share, edit and annotate your measurements. Say goodbye to the inconvenience of recording and storing thermal data manually or on paper. The Imager-X app offers convenience and organised measurement with easy reporting and sharing functionality. Allowing you to save your report in a quickly processed and customised PDF report allowing you to share this report through a variety of platforms including email and other mobile messaging apps. Choose Major Tech Bluetooth Thermal Imagers to save yourself time and money. Features: Ā· Fast and easy connection through Bluetooth-enabled Thermal Imager devices. Bluetooth: Ā· Simple and easy-to-use app. Ā· Connect your device using Bluetooth and start measuring live data. IR, Screenshots and Recordings: Ā· Choose the file type you want to measure with your Thermal Imager. Settings: Ā· Choose how you would like to record your data temperatures, set up your desired temperature analysis for reporting and customise how your reports are generated. Exporting Data: Ā· Export your data in an easy-to-read PDF report onto your mobile device.

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Universal Load Controller

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Universal Load Controller — Professional Battery Testing Control your Atorch DL24 / DL24P electronic load from your iPhone or iPad for precise battery capacity testing, logging and analysis. BEFORE YOU BUY — COMPATIBILITY iOS cannot use classic Bluetooth SPP, which is what the stock DL24/DL24P Bluetooth module uses. Please check the following list first. WORKS FULLY — DL24 firmware v5.1 (+ BLE serial adapter) • Direct setpoints: discharge current and cutoff voltage sent from the app • Start / stop of the load from the app • Read-back of the applied settings • Automated multi-phase test cycles (discharge, rest, ramp) • Live values, charts, capacity/energy logging, CSV and PDF export WORKS WITH LIMITS — DL24 firmware v1.1 (legacy) • Firmware v1.1 accepts button emulation only: SETUP, OK/On-Off, +/- • It does NOT accept direct commands for exact current or cutoff values • Therefore automated app cycles are blocked on v1.1 by design — the app tells you instead of applying a wrong setpoint to your cell • Recommended use: set current and cutoff manually on the DL24, then use the app in Manual mode for live values, timing, logging, charts and export • Select "Firmware v1.1" in Settings, Protocol, so the app uses the matching command set DOES NOT WORK • Stock classic-Bluetooth (SPP) module: iOS does not allow regular apps to use SPP. A BLE serial module or BLE-to-serial bridge is required. • USB / HID connection to the load (iOS has no equivalent of the vendor PC app) • CR / CP / CV modes: the Atorch protocol exposes only constant current (CC). Other modes can neither be read nor set — by any app, on any firmware. • iOS 16 or older — this app requires iOS 17.0 or newer. REQUIRED HARDWARE FOR A REAL CONNECTION • Atorch DL24 / DL24P electronic load, plus one of: - a BLE serial module (HM-10 or compatible, service FFE0 / characteristic FFE1) in place of the classic Bluetooth module, or - an external BLE-to-serial bridge exposing FFE0/FFE1 or the Nordic UART Service (6E400001-B5A3-F393-E0A9-E50E24DCCA9E) • Related Atorch meters advertising as DL24P, DL24_BLE, DL24, AT24, UD24, UD18 or DT24 are detected during the scan, but only the DL24 load family is supported for control. NO HARDWARE? Simulation Mode runs the complete app with a realistic simulated discharge, so you can evaluate every screen before buying an adapter. FEATURES BATTERY TESTING • Constant-current discharge with adjustable cutoff voltage • Real-time voltage, current, power and temperature • Capacity (mAh) and energy (Wh) measurement • Time and capacity limits LIVE DATA • Real-time discharge curves with zoom and pan • Voltage, current and capacity plots • Live Activity on the Lock Screen, Always-On Display and Dynamic Island • Home Screen widgets for the running test • Background Bluetooth so a test keeps logging TEST CYCLES (firmware v5.1) • Presets for LiPo, Li-Ion, LiFePO4 and NiMH • Custom cycles with discharge, rest and ramp phases EXPORT • CSV export of the full measurement log • PDF test report with the run summary • Share sheet support for both Perfect for battery capacity verification, cell matching and sorting, quality control, hobby electronics and lab use. SAFETY: You are testing real cells at real currents. Always verify current and cutoff values on the device itself, use protected cells or a current-limited bench setup, keep physical access to the load's stop control, and never leave a running test unattended. Universal Load Controller is an independent app. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or supported by Atorch.

Screenshots

Major Tech Imager4 screens
Universal Load Controller4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Major Tech Imager at Free against Universal Load Controller's $5.99. Major Tech Imager also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

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

Major Tech Imager is free to download; Universal Load Controller costs $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Major Tech Imager ships an update fortnightly, Universal Load Controller every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and August 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
Major Tech Imager versus Universal Load Controller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMajor Tech ImagerUniversal Load Controller
PriceFree — better$5.99
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB4 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperMajor TechHendrik Kaiser

In-app purchases

None

Major Tech Imager

No in-app purchases

None

Universal Load Controller

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Major Tech Imager free?
Major Tech Imager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Universal Load Controller free?
Universal Load Controller costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Major Tech Imager or Universal Load Controller have ads?
Neither Major Tech Imager nor Universal Load Controller shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Major Tech Imager or Universal Load Controller?
Major Tech Imager ships an update fortnightly, and Universal Load Controller every 2 weeks. Most recently, Major Tech Imager was updated on September 11, 2026 and Universal Load Controller on August 28, 2026.

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