Comparison

Modbus TCP Pro vs Curly

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

Head to head
About

Modbus TCP Pro

This tool allows professionals to test, read, and write Modbus registers directly from their iPhone. It offers robust connectivity and support for various data types, making it ideal for field testing and debugging industrial control systems.

Highlights
  • Modbus TCP connectivity
  • Read and write registers
  • Support for multiple data types
  • Configurable Unit ID
  • Instant feedback and error reporting
  • Designed for testing and debugging
  • Field testing without a laptop
Features
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Modbus Reader & Writer is a powerful and intuitive Modbus TCP tool designed for professionals. Built for installers, HVAC technicians, engineers, and system integrators who need a fast and reliable way to test, read, and write Modbus registers directly from their iPhone. Whether you work with heat pumps, PLCs, energy meters, or industrial controllers, this app gives you full control over Modbus TCP devices — anytime, anywhere. Key Features • Modbus TCP Connectivity • Connect to any Modbus TCP device using IP address and port • Configurable Unit ID (slave ID) • Read Registers • Holding Registers (Function Code 03) • Input Registers (Function Code 04) • Support for multiple data types and values • Write Registers • Write Single Register • Write Multiple Registers • Instant feedback and clear error reporting • Designed for Testing & Debugging • Ideal for commissioning and troubleshooting • Perfect for field testing without a laptop • Compatible with Modbus simulators and test environments (e.g. Node-RED) Who Is This App For? • HVAC installers and service technicians • Industrial automation and PLC engineers • Energy and building management professionals • System integrators and commissioning engineers • Developers testing Modbus-based systems Reliable & Efficient • Fast and stable connections • Clear and actionable error messages • Clean, focused interface — no unnecessary complexity • Optimized for real-world professional use Modbus Reader & Writer is your mobile Modbus toolbox — ready for every installation, test, and service intervention.

About

Curly

A native REST API client for iOS and iPad, designed for developers to test and debug APIs efficiently. It supports various request methods, response inspection with syntax highlighting, and collection organization.

Highlights
  • Send GET, POST, PUT, PATCH, DELETE requests
  • Edit query params, headers, auth, and request body
  • JSON syntax highlighting for responses
  • Organize endpoints into collections
  • Import Postman and Bruno collections
  • Environment variables with autocomplete
  • Pre-request and post-response scripts
Features
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Curly is a native REST API client built for iOS and iPad. Designed for developers who need a fast, lightweight tool to test and debug APIs directly from their device. Features: - Send GET, POST, PUT, PATCH, DELETE requests - Edit query params, headers, auth, and request body - Inspect responses with JSON syntax highlighting - Filter JSON responses with JSONPath expressions - Organize endpoints into collections with emoji icons and nested folders - Drag-and-drop requests between folders - Import Postman and Bruno collections - Import requests by pasting cURL commands - Copy requests as cURL for sharing - Environment variables with autocomplete, inline preview, and bulk import across environments - Pre-request and post-response scripts - View response headers, status codes, timing, and size

Screenshots

Modbus TCP Pro4 screens
Curly4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Curly at Free against Modbus TCP Pro's $11.99. Curly also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 5 weeks). On review sentiment, ads, monetization model 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

Curly is free to download; Modbus TCP Pro costs $11.99 up front. Modbus TCP Pro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Curly asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Modbus TCP Pro ships an update every 5 weeks, Curly every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 4 level
Modbus TCP Pro versus Curly: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterModbus TCP ProCurly
Price$11.99Free — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.117.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBernard StruelensArtem Sharifullin

Customer experience

Modbus TCP Pro

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Curly

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Modbus TCP Pro

One-time1
  • Modbus Pro$24.99
None

Curly

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Modbus TCP Pro free?
Modbus TCP Pro costs $11.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Curly free?
Curly is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Modbus TCP Pro or Curly have ads?
Neither Modbus TCP Pro nor Curly shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Modbus TCP Pro or Curly?
Modbus TCP Pro ships an update every 5 weeks, and Curly every 2 days. Most recently, Modbus TCP Pro was updated on October 15, 2026 and Curly on October 3, 2026.

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