DeviceTools vs Primus Maintain
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DeviceTools
Streamline the setup and maintenance of industrial I/O modules. Quickly configure devices, troubleshoot issues with AI assistance, and manage product warranties directly from your mobile device.
- NFC tap configuration
- AI-assisted troubleshooting
- One-tap IP auto-increment
- Warranty verification and registration
- Device status at-a-glance
- Product information access
Read full descriptionHide full description
Save Time. Set Up Faster. Simplify Configuration and Troubleshooting. DeviceTools™ mobile app helps minimize manual configuration of your Allen-Bradley PointMax™ I/O modules via NFC tap, helping you accelerate startup and reduce downtime. With a mobile-first experience, DeviceTools™ becomes your go-to troubleshooting companion built to simplify the everyday, on-the-go tasks. Get reliable, clear, actionable insights to help resolve issues quickly and keep your operations running smoothly. Your device status at-a-glance: Scan with NFC to open the details screen—product information, installed modules and network configuration in one place. One-tap IP auto-increment: Reduce the time-consuming task of setting multiple IP addresses. Simply tap to connect and set device IP addresses using Near Field Communication (NFC). Deploy any number of modules fast and consistently—all while the product is still in the box. One-tap to extend your warranty: Easily verify and register your Allen-Bradley® products—right in the app. Enjoy peace of mind with fast product authentication and unlock extended warranty on eligible items when you register. AI-Assisted Chat: Get answers to your questions faster with an in-app tool trained on Allen-Bradley® devices. Products Supported: Allen-Bradley PointMax™ I/O Modules by Rockwell Automation
Primus Maintain
This platform enhances safety and compliance in regulated manufacturing environments. It enforces critical procedures like Lockout/Tagout and ensures technicians are at the correct equipment before starting tasks. The app also tracks preventive maintenance effectiveness and manages spare parts inventory.
- Lockout/Tagout enforcement
- QR-gated work orders
- Preventive maintenance scoring
- Procure-to-pay parts management
- Workforce intelligence
- OSHA-aligned incident workflows
Read full descriptionHide full description
Primus Maintain is a maintenance management platform built for manufacturing facilities and field service teams that operate in safety-critical, regulated environments. Most CMMS tools record what happened. Primus Maintain prevents what shouldn't. LOCKOUT/TAGOUT ENFORCEMENT Multi-technician LOTO is enforced, not just logged. Work orders stay locked until every assigned technician verifies their lock. Primus structurally prevents non-compliance instead of documenting it after the fact. QR-GATED WORK ORDERS Technicians scan an equipment QR code to start work, confirming they are at the right asset before any task begins. No guesswork, no wrong-machine errors. PM EFFECTIVENESS SCORING Preventive maintenance is measured, not just scheduled. Track which PMs actually reduce failures, with accountability chains that show who did what and when. PROCURE-TO-PAY PARTS MANAGEMENT A full spare parts catalog with bin-level location addressing, QR-labeled parts crib, purchase requisitions, bill of materials linked to equipment, and automatic reorder alerts. WORKFORCE INTELLIGENCE See coverage gaps, PTO impact, and technician availability so maintenance work gets assigned to people who are actually there. SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE OSHA-aligned incident workflows and audit-ready records built for facilities where compliance is not optional. Primus Maintain manages machines, processes, and people together — operational intelligence for teams that can't afford to get safety wrong. Requesters are always free. Pay only for maintenance technicians and administrators.
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Primus Maintain at 5.0 against DeviceTools's 4.8. Primus Maintain also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Primus Maintain holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 18 and 7 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
| Parameter | DeviceTools | Primus Maintain |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (18 ratings) | 5.0 (7 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 18 — better | 7 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 130 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Rockwell Automation | Primus Operational Intelligence, LLC |
Customer experience
DeviceTools
Primus Maintain
In-app purchases
DeviceTools
No in-app purchases
Primus Maintain
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is DeviceTools free?
Is Primus Maintain free?
Which has better reviews, DeviceTools or Primus Maintain?
Do DeviceTools or Primus Maintain have ads?
Other comparisons















