TORQUE vs Strainlabs Bolts
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
TORQUE
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With the TORQUE_DOC app, you can establish a BLE connection to your TORQUE_DOC system in order to control it. You can also upload and retrieve calibration data. During screw tightening, the data is saved as a CSV or PDF file.
Strainlabs Bolts
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The Strainlabs app makes it easy to check the preload in your bolted joint directly on site βin just a few seconds. During installation or service, you often need to quickly answer one simple question: Is the preload correct or not? With the Strainlabs app, you get the answer instantly on your phone. What you can see in the app: *Preload *Temperature *Bolt information *Battery level *Proof load All data is sent wirelessly via Bluetooth from the Strainlabs bolt straight to the app, giving you immediate feedback wherever you are. Benefits: *Instant on-site verification *No installation required *No router or IT integration needed *Works offline *Faster inspections Perfect for: *Installation *Service and maintenance *Field inspections *Quality assurance With Strainlabs, you get a simpler, faster, and more reliable way to check bolted joints βdirectly in your phone.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Strainlabs Bolts at every 3 days against TORQUE's weekly. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
TORQUE ships an update weekly, Strainlabs Bolts every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 7, 2026 and May 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TORQUE | Strainlabs Bolts |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Every 3 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 31 MB | 25 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Stephan Dahlmann Mechanik und Antriebstechnik GmbH | Strainlabs AB |
In-app purchases
TORQUE
No in-app purchases
Strainlabs Bolts
No in-app purchases





