Comparison

Modbus TCP Station vs PCBmaker

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

Head to head
About

Modbus TCP Station

Features
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Turn your smartphone into a powerful Modbus TCP Master tool! Designed for PLC engineers, system integrators, and DIY enthusiasts, Modbus TCP Station allows you to communicate with, monitor, and control any Modbus TCP-enabled device (PLC, HMI, SCADA, ESP32, Raspberry Pi, etc.) with ease. Whether you are debugging a smart factory system or testing a home automation project, this app provides a professional interface to visualize and manipulate data in real-time. Key Features: β€’ Complete Connectivity: Connect to any Modbus TCP Server (Slave) via IP and Port. β€’ Comprehensive Function Codes: Supports FC01 (Coil), FC02 (Discrete Input), FC03 (Holding Register), and FC04 (Input Register). β€’ Flexible Data Formats: View data in Binary, Unsigned/Signed Integer, Hex, Float, and Double. β€’ Advanced Byte Swapping: Supports Inverse/Swap options for handling complex Word orders (Big Endian/Little Endian). β€’ Real-time Monitoring: Watch your data change instantly with efficient polling. β€’ Write Capabilities: Easily write values to Coils and Registers for device control. Pro Features: β€’ Profile Management: Save and load unlimited connection profiles and register setups. β€’ Ad-Free Experience: Focus on your work without distractions. β€’ Unlimited Views: Create as many data blocks as you need. Multi-Language Support: β€’ English β€’ German (Deutsch) β€’ Korean (ν•œκ΅­μ–΄) β€’ Japanese (ζ—₯本θͺž) β€’ Traditional Chinese (繁體中文 - TW/HK) β€’ Simplified Chinese (δΈ­ζ–‡) Why choose Modbus TCP Station? Stop carrying heavy laptops for simple checks. With a clean UI and robust performance, this is the essential pocket tool for every automation engineer. Download now and master your Modbus network!

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PCBmaker

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PCBmaker lets you design printed circuit boards on your iPhone – from schematic to files ready to order at JLCPCB. Add modules, connect them and see how your circuit looks on a real board. The app routes the tracks for you, checks the board and prepares manufacturing files. SCHEMATIC β€’ Library of ready-made modules: ESP32, Arduino Nano, Raspberry Pi Pico, motor drivers (TB6600, A4988), power converters, sensors, displays, relays and more β€’ Auto-connect – the app suggests the wiring between modules β€’ Labelled pins and microcontroller pin roles PCB β€’ Board view in millimetres with real through-hole footprints β€’ Autorouter – routes all connections in seconds β€’ Manual tracks on the top and bottom layer, vias β€’ Ground (GND) fill β€’ Circuit inspector (DRC) – checks clearances and connections before you order READY-MADE PROJECTS 10 examples to start with, each with an explanation, parts list and Arduino sketch: Wi-Fi controlled lamp, DS18B20 thermostat, weather station with an OLED display, motion sensor alarm, WS2812B LED strip with Raspberry Pi Pico, potentiometer-controlled servo, stepper motor with A4988, CNC length stop (CYD + TB6600), ultrasonic range finder with LCD and RFID card lock. FREE Schematic design, board view, autorouter, ground fill, DRC and ready-made projects. PCBmaker PRO File exports: β€’ Gerber and drill files in one ZIP – ready to upload to jlcpcb.com β€’ KiCad netlist (.net) for further work in KiCad β€’ Parts list (BOM) in JLCPCB format Monthly and yearly plans available. The subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account. Manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple ID account settings. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: [https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/](https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/]

Screenshots

Modbus TCP Station4 screens
PCBmaker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: PCBmaker at none against Modbus TCP Station's shown. PCBmaker also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 10 days). Modbus TCP Station's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, 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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Modbus TCP Station sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and PCBmaker sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Modbus TCP Station ships an update every 10 days, PCBmaker every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
Modbus TCP Station versus PCBmaker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterModbus TCP StationPCBmaker
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 4 days β€” better
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size31 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDONGSOO LEEBARTOSZ TERLECKI

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Modbus TCP Station

One-time2
  • 1-Month Premium Pass$0.99
  • Premium Upgrade$9.99
2 purchases

PCBmaker

Subscriptions2
  • PCBmaker PRO Monthly$6.991 Month
  • PCBmaker PRO Yearly$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Modbus TCP Station free?
Modbus TCP Station is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PCBmaker free?
PCBmaker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Modbus TCP Station or PCBmaker have ads?
Modbus TCP Station shows ads; PCBmaker does not.
Which is updated more often, Modbus TCP Station or PCBmaker?
Modbus TCP Station ships an update every 10 days, and PCBmaker every 4 days. Most recently, Modbus TCP Station was updated on October 2, 2026 and PCBmaker on October 14, 2026.

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