Comparison

PLC Signal Explorer vs Guru Remote

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

Head to head
About

PLC Signal Explorer

Features
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PLC Signal Explorer is a powerful industrial utility designed for PLC engineers, automation specialists, and technicians who need a faster way to understand and trace PLC signals across projects. The app bridges the gap between PLC hardware tag tables and SCL software blocks by intelligently linking physical I/O addresses to their corresponding signals inside Function Blocks. This makes troubleshooting, diagnostics, and system understanding significantly easier and faster. With support for common industrial file formats, PLC Signal Explorer allows you to load tag tables and SCL blocks, then instantly search across addresses, tag names, signals, blocks, and comments. Smart matching highlights the most relevant signals, helping you quickly identify relationships that are often difficult to trace manually. Key Features: • Smart signal matching between PLC tags and SCL blocks • Instant search by address, tag name, signal, block, or keyword • Clear separation of INPUT, OUTPUT, INOUT, and STATIC signals • Support for CSV, XLSX, SCL, and XML file formats • Dark and Light mode with persistent user settings • Built-in SCL state machine parsing for deeper insight • Designed for offline use with no cloud dependency PLC Signal Explorer is built as a practical tool for real-world industrial environments, helping engineers save time, reduce errors, and gain better visibility into complex PLC logic.

About

Guru Remote

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Turn your iPhone into a simple, fast remote for your Smart TV. Guru Remote connects directly to supported LG webOS and Samsung Tizen TVs over your local network, giving you the controls you need without searching for the physical remote. KEY FEATURES • D-pad navigation and OK • Volume, mute, and channel controls • Home and Back navigation • Playback controls • Input and source controls • Touchpad for smooth pointer navigation • TV keyboard input where supported • Save your TVs for quick access • Automatic reconnection • Haptic feedback • Light and dark appearance EASY CONNECTION Guru Remote discovers compatible TVs on your local network and guides you through pairing. Your iPhone can connect over Wi-Fi while your TV can be connected by Wi-Fi or Ethernet. If automatic discovery isn't available on your network, you can connect to a supported TV manually using its IP address. COMPATIBILITY Guru Remote is designed for supported LG webOS and Samsung Tizen Smart TVs. Some controls and features may vary depending on your TV model, firmware version, installed TV apps, and network configuration. GURUREMOTE PRO Some advanced convenience and personalization features require GuruRemote Pro through an in-app purchase. Guru Remote is an independent application and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by LG Electronics or Samsung Electronics. Privacy Policy: https://guru-apps.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://guru-apps.com/gururemote-terms

Screenshots

PLC Signal Explorer4 screens
Guru Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PLC Signal Explorer at none against Guru Remote's 2. PLC Signal Explorer also leads on iOS requirement (16.6 vs 26.0). On price, ads 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

Both are free to download. Guru Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per year. PLC Signal Explorer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
PLC Signal Explorer versus Guru Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPLC Signal ExplorerGuru Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYagoub DagririGuruApps, LLC

In-app purchases

None

PLC Signal Explorer

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Guru Remote

Subscriptions1
  • GuruRemote Pro Annual7 Days trial$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • GuruRemote Pro Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is PLC Signal Explorer free?
PLC Signal Explorer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Guru Remote free?
Guru Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PLC Signal Explorer or Guru Remote have ads?
Neither PLC Signal Explorer nor Guru Remote shows ads.

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