Comparison

asMagic vs Modbus TCP Station

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

Head to head
About

asMagic

This utility app turns your Apple device into a robotics research and learning tool. It enables multi-modal data collection, real-time streaming of AR and IMU data, and intuitive control of external robots. Experiment with teleoperation and human-robot interaction through features like joystick control and body tracking.

Highlights
  • Multi-modal data collection
  • Real-time AR/IMU data streaming
  • Robot model exploration
  • Joystick control
  • Human body tracking
  • Teleoperation experiments
Features
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asMagic transforms your Apple device into a powerful tool for robotics research and learning. With support for multi-modal data collection, real-time streaming, and intuitive control, it connects your device with external robots and tools in a seamless way. Explore robot models, record synchronized sensor data, and stream AR and IMU data in real time. asMagic also supports joystick control and human body tracking, making it easier than ever to experiment with teleoperation and human-robot interaction.

About

Modbus TCP Station

Features
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Turn your smartphone into a powerful Modbus TCP Master tool! Designed for PLC engineers, system integrators, and DIY enthusiasts, Modbus TCP Station allows you to communicate with, monitor, and control any Modbus TCP-enabled device (PLC, HMI, SCADA, ESP32, Raspberry Pi, etc.) with ease. Whether you are debugging a smart factory system or testing a home automation project, this app provides a professional interface to visualize and manipulate data in real-time. Key Features: • Complete Connectivity: Connect to any Modbus TCP Server (Slave) via IP and Port. • Comprehensive Function Codes: Supports FC01 (Coil), FC02 (Discrete Input), FC03 (Holding Register), and FC04 (Input Register). • Flexible Data Formats: View data in Binary, Unsigned/Signed Integer, Hex, Float, and Double. • Advanced Byte Swapping: Supports Inverse/Swap options for handling complex Word orders (Big Endian/Little Endian). • Real-time Monitoring: Watch your data change instantly with efficient polling. • Write Capabilities: Easily write values to Coils and Registers for device control. Pro Features: • Profile Management: Save and load unlimited connection profiles and register setups. • Ad-Free Experience: Focus on your work without distractions. • Unlimited Views: Create as many data blocks as you need. Multi-Language Support: • English • German (Deutsch) • Korean (한국어) • Japanese (日本語) • Traditional Chinese (繁體中文 - TW/HK) • Simplified Chinese (中文) Why choose Modbus TCP Station? Stop carrying heavy laptops for simple checks. With a clean UI and robust performance, this is the essential pocket tool for every automation engineer. Download now and master your Modbus network!

Screenshots

asMagic4 screens
Modbus TCP Station4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: asMagic at none against Modbus TCP Station's shown. Modbus TCP Station's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, 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. asMagic sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Modbus TCP Station sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

asMagic ships an update every 3 weeks, Modbus TCP Station every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on July 8, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
asMagic versus Modbus TCP Station: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterasMagicModbus TCP Station
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size580 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenzhen AncoraSpring Robotics Technology Co., Ltd.DONGSOO LEE

In-app purchases

2 purchases

asMagic

One-time2
  • Support Us$2.99
  • Extra Support$9.99
2 purchases

Modbus TCP Station

One-time2
  • 1-Month Premium Pass$0.99
  • Premium Upgrade$9.99

Questions

Is asMagic free?
asMagic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Modbus TCP Station free?
Modbus TCP Station is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do asMagic or Modbus TCP Station have ads?
Modbus TCP Station shows ads; asMagic does not.
Which is updated more often, asMagic or Modbus TCP Station?
asMagic ships an update every 3 weeks, and Modbus TCP Station every 10 days. Most recently, asMagic was updated on July 8, 2026 and Modbus TCP Station on September 14, 2026.

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