Comparison

IML TreeQinetic 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 TreeQinetic

Features
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The PiCUS Tree Qinetic measuring system is used to examine the stability of trees. The devices are controlled via USB or Bluetooth from a user device, which also records the measurement data. Traditionally, this was done using a laptop with the associated Tree Qinetic software. With the introduction of this app for mobile devices, there is a convenient alternative to usage of a laptop. In addition, the communication standard of the TreeQinetic system changes to Bluetooth 5.0. This allows communication with the latest mobile devices and ensures reliable connections for the future. The basic ideas in the development of the app were the implementation of all relevant functions of the classic PC software, an interface and structure that intuitively guides the user through carrying out a tensile test, as well as the further development through new functions, now possible by using the technical features of the mobile devices. The new app offers, among others, the following functions: β€’ automatic project management β€’ Storage of all measurement data on the mobile device β€’ New graphical presentation of live data (in addition to the classic numerical display) β€’ Documentary photos can be taken directly and stored in the project β€’ Storage of additional information around the measurement setup β€’ Automatic calculation of the rope angle at max. force β€’ Increased range of the Bluetooth connection (depending on the Bluetooth standard of the mobile device) β€’ Recording rate of the measurement data more than doubled! The app will be continuously developed in the future to provide you with additional functions to make carrying out a tensile test even more effective and comfortable.

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 TreeQinetic4 screens
LineScale4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: IML TreeQinetic at none against LineScale's 10. IML TreeQinetic also leads on iOS requirement (12.2 vs 16.2). LineScale's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs monthly). 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 TreeQinetic asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IML TreeQinetic ships an update monthly, LineScale weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
IML TreeQinetic versus LineScale: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIML TreeQineticLineScale
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly 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
Size121 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIML Electronic GmbHAndreas Riedrich

In-app purchases

None

IML TreeQinetic

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 TreeQinetic free?
IML TreeQinetic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LineScale free?
LineScale is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do IML TreeQinetic or LineScale have ads?
Neither IML TreeQinetic nor LineScale shows ads.
Which is updated more often, IML TreeQinetic or LineScale?
IML TreeQinetic ships an update monthly, and LineScale weekly. Most recently, IML TreeQinetic was updated on September 22, 2026 and LineScale on September 20, 2026.

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