Comparison

Modbus TCP Pro vs MQTT Debug & Analyzer Client

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

MQTT Debug & Analyzer Client

This utility helps IoT developers and network engineers debug, monitor, and analyze MQTT traffic. It offers advanced connectivity, full MQTT 5.0 support, and intuitive data visualization tools. Seamlessly integrates with major IoT platforms.

Highlights
  • Advanced connectivity (TCP, WebSockets, SSL/TLS)
  • MQTT 5.0 protocol support
  • Syntax highlighting for JSON, XML, text
  • Hex view for binary data
  • Real-time charts for numerical payloads
  • Chat-style message history
  • Broker compatibility with major platforms
Features
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MQTT Debug & Analyzer Client is a professional utility designed for IoT developers, network engineers, and smart home enthusiasts. Debug, monitor, and analyze your MQTT traffic with ease. Key Features • Advanced Connectivity: Support for TCP, WebSockets, and SSL/TLS (Certificates management included). • Protocol Support: Fully compatible with MQTT 3.1.1 and the latest MQTT 5.0 features (User Properties, Shared Subscriptions). • Data Visualization • Syntax highlighting for JSON, XML, and plain text. • Hex view for binary data inspection. • Real-time charts for numerical payloads. • Intuitive Interface: Chat-style message history makes tracking Publish/Subscribe flows simple. • Broker Compatibility: Works seamlessly with EMQX, Mosquitto, HiveMQ, AWS IoT, Azure, and Google Cloud IoT. • Supports dark mode and light mode • Support for displaying replies in hexadecimal or plain text • Support sending messages in hexadecimal format Why choose us? • Reliable: Keeps background connections alive (where supported) for continuous monitoring. • Flexible: Manage multiple broker profiles and switch between them instantly. • Insights: Filter messages by topic or content to find exactly what you are looking for. Perfect for debugging Home Assistant setups, Tasmota devices, or industrial PLC data. MQTT Pro Subscriptions You can subscribe for MQTT Pro Subscriptions to all features and content offered for purchase within the app. MQTT Pro offers subscriptions. The subscription prices are: (i) Monthly Subscription ($0.99 / Month) (ii) Yearly Subscription ($2.99 / Year) You can subscribe to a Monthly Subscription plan ($0.99 billed once a month) or a Yearly Subscription plan ($2.99 billed once a year). Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. The prices are in US dollars. Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Our app is functional without purchasing an Auto-Renewable subscription, and you can use all the unlocked content after the subscription expires. Q: How do I restore the subscriptions on new devices? A: You can tap the 'Restore' button on the subscription page. Privacy Policy: https://www.whalesgrowth.top/pp/ Terms of Service: https://www.whalesgrowth.top/tos/

Screenshots

Modbus TCP Pro4 screens
MQTT Debug & Analyzer Client4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Modbus TCP Pro at 100% against MQTT Debug & Analyzer Client's 50%. MQTT Debug & Analyzer Client's advantage is price (Free vs $11.99) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). On ads, 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

MQTT Debug & Analyzer Client is free to download; Modbus TCP Pro costs $11.99 up front. Modbus TCP Pro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and MQTT Debug & Analyzer Client sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Modbus TCP Pro ships an update every 5 weeks, MQTT Debug & Analyzer Client fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 3 level
Modbus TCP Pro versus MQTT Debug & Analyzer Client: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterModbus TCP ProMQTT Debug & Analyzer Client
Price$11.99Free — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.113.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBernard Struelens小玲 王

Customer experience

Modbus TCP Pro

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

MQTT Debug & Analyzer Client

Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Modbus TCP Pro

One-time1
  • Modbus Pro$24.99
3 purchases

MQTT Debug & Analyzer Client

Subscriptions2
  • MQTT Month Pro$2.991 Month
  • MQTT Yearly Pro$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • MQTT Lifetime Pro$5.99

Questions

Is Modbus TCP Pro free?
Modbus TCP Pro costs $11.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is MQTT Debug & Analyzer Client free?
MQTT Debug & Analyzer Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Modbus TCP Pro or MQTT Debug & Analyzer Client have ads?
Neither Modbus TCP Pro nor MQTT Debug & Analyzer Client shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Modbus TCP Pro or MQTT Debug & Analyzer Client?
Modbus TCP Pro ships an update every 5 weeks, and MQTT Debug & Analyzer Client fortnightly. Most recently, Modbus TCP Pro was updated on September 10, 2026 and MQTT Debug & Analyzer Client on September 23, 2026.

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