Comparison

IML Tree Inspection vs LineScale

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

Head to head
About

IML Tree Inspection

Features
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This app represents the next evolutionary step in conducting, analyzing and documenting in-depth tree road safety studies. IML Electronic GmbH, as the heir to argus electronic gmbh, has been the world market leader for high-quality measuring devices for non-destructive testing of the stability and breakage of trees for decades. This app now makes examinations using these devices much easier and more comfortable for the tree expert carrying out the work. As a further development of the traditional PiCUS software (PC-based), the app offers the following key features: - direct connection to the measuring devices - Live display and analysis of the measurement data during the examination - Preparation and analysis of the measurement data in accordance with established practice when examining the road safety of trees - Project-based automatic organization and complete documentation of all examinations - Monitoring the development of the condition of a tree over long periods of time - 3D representation of the internal structure of a tree's defects - Export automatically generated reports to minimize the effort required when creating reports - Connection to the IML Cloud to optimize data exchange between teams working in parallel The app is constantly being actively developed to expand the range of functions and improve the user experience.

About

LineScale

Features
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LineScale-3 App is the official iPhone companion app for the LineGrip LineScale-3 Bluetooth Load Cell. Connect up to four devices simultaneously and monitor live force values, peak loads, battery status, and alarms in real time. The single-device Dashboard and the Multiplex Dashboard give you a clear overview of all device data at once. Record sessions as timestamped logs and export them as CSV and PNG files. Use the Plan feature to place measurement points on a site photo and link them to live devices. The Calculations screen combines multiple devices with real-time math operations such as sum, difference, and average. Set independent alarms per device with custom thresholds and sounds - alerts fire in-app, via vibration, and as push notifications in the background. Use the Apple Watch integration to read values, configure alarms, and control recordings directly from your wrist. The Repeater feature streams live data via WiFi to other phones for remote monitoring. With the integrated Simulation-Mode you can fully test all App features without any LineScale connected by simulating data streams for up to 4 connected devices! Free extra benefit: the app runs fine on iPad, albeit in max. 2:1 (iPhone) aspect ratio with scarlet spacers to fill the screen. For the full featured & full screen iPad experience refer to our soon to be released dedicated iPad app with many extra features to make full use of the large iPad screens. All core features are included in the free version, without any bugging ads. In app purchase options (monthly, yearly, life-time): β€’ Pro-Plan unlocks plan saving and calculations β€’ Multi-Log unlocks parallel log recording of all devices β€’ WiFi unlocks WiFi high speed LS3 connection, and Repeater sender mode β€’ Apple Watch integration is included with any paid subscription Please check the In-App purchase section for more details. Requires a LineScale-3 Bluetooth load cell. Terms of Use (EULA): The standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA) apply: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

IML Tree Inspection4 screens
LineScale4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: IML Tree Inspection at none against LineScale's 10. IML Tree Inspection also leads on iOS requirement (12.2 vs 16.2). LineScale's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). On price, ads 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. LineScale sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. IML Tree Inspection asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IML Tree Inspection ships an update every 2 months, LineScale weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
IML Tree Inspection versus LineScale: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIML Tree InspectionLineScale
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS12.2 β€” better16.2
Further details β€” not scored
Size229 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIML Electronic GmbHAndreas Riedrich

In-app purchases

None

IML Tree Inspection

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

LineScale

Subscriptions8
  • Pro Plan – Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Multi-Log – Monthly$2.991 Month
  • WiFi – Monthly$2.991 Month
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  • Professional – Monthly$8.991 Month
  • Pro Plan – Yearly$11.991 Year
  • Multi-Log – Yearly$11.991 Year
  • WiFi – Yearly$11.991 Year
  • Professional – Yearly$24.991 Year
One-time2
  • WiFi – Lifetime$22.99
  • Professional – Lifetime$59.99

Questions

Is IML Tree Inspection free?
IML Tree Inspection is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LineScale free?
LineScale is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do IML Tree Inspection or LineScale have ads?
Neither IML Tree Inspection nor LineScale shows ads.
Which is updated more often, IML Tree Inspection or LineScale?
IML Tree Inspection ships an update every 2 months, and LineScale weekly. Most recently, IML Tree Inspection was updated on October 9, 2026 and LineScale on October 7, 2026.

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