Maude vs TradeForge AI
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Maude
Control AI coding agents running on your own servers from your phone. Start tasks, approve commands, and manage code changes remotely. Your code remains private on your server, with secure, encrypted connections.
- Run AI coding agents on your own servers 24/7
- Control agents remotely from your phone
- Approve commands and track sessions
- Browse files and review Git changes
- Full terminal access on your server
- End-to-end encrypted relay connection
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Maude runs AI coding agents on a server you own — around the clock — and puts them in your pocket. Start a task from your phone, close the app, and come back to finished work, a question, or a command waiting for your approval. It works with Claude Code, Codex, OpenCode, Grok Build and Antigravity. Pick the agent for each session, and hand a task from one to another when you want a second opinion — the next agent gets the plan, the files touched and the git state. NOTHING TO INSTALL BY HAND Add any Linux or macOS machine you can reach over SSH — a VPS, a home server, a Mac mini — by typing its address, pasting an ssh command, or scanning a setup code. Maude deploys its own small daemon, installs each agent at a tested version, and keeps everything up to date. APPROVE FROM ANYWHERE • Approve commands and answer questions in chat; track active, snoozed and completed sessions • Push notifications with Allow and Deny — answer a permission prompt in one tap • Sessions keep running on your server when the app is closed A REAL WORKSPACE, ONE TAB AWAY • Chat with live tool calls, diffs and plans • Files: browse the project and read any file • Git: review changes hunk by hunk, commit, push and open a pull request • Terminal: a full shell on the same server • iPad and tablet layout with sessions, chat and git side by side FAST AND PRIVATE • Your code stays on your server — Maude is the remote control • Connects in under a second through an end-to-end encrypted relay, even behind a firewall or on a private network; SSH is the fallback • SSH keys and passwords stay in your device's secure storage • Sign in to each agent with the account you already have — no API keys resold, no usage metered on top EVERY SESSION, YOUR WAY • Model, effort and permission mode per session — from asking before every command to letting the agent run • Several sessions at once, across several servers • Git worktrees, attachments, /compact and /goal where the agent supports them A Maude subscription unlocks the app (7 days free on the annual plan). Each agent needs its own account or API key with its provider. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Manage or cancel in your App Store account settings. Terms: https://maude.pilotdev.fr/terms Privacy: https://maude.pilotdev.fr/privacy Maude is an independent app by Pilot Dev and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Anthropic, OpenAI, xAI or Google. Claude and Claude Code are trademarks of Anthropic, PBC; Codex and ChatGPT of OpenAI; Grok of xAI; Antigravity of Google LLC.
TradeForge AI
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TradeForge is the AI-powered field assistant built for electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, mechanics, and contractors. Stop wasting time searching the web — get expert answers instantly, right on the job site. WHAT TRADEFORGE DOES: AI DIAGNOSTICS Describe any fault and get a step-by-step diagnosis tailored to your trade. Covers electrical, plumbing, HVAC, automotive, and general contracting. CODE LOOKUP Instantly search NEC, IPC, IRC, and more. Describe what you need or search by code number — AI provides context, jurisdiction notes, and practical application. ESTIMATE BUILDER Build professional line-item estimates on the spot. Add labor, materials, and markup — then send directly to clients from your phone. PARTS FINDER Search by part name, model number, or symptom. AI adds expert field tips — alternatives, gotchas, and sourcing advice. SAFETY FLAGGING Describe your job site and AI instantly flags OSHA violations, code conflicts, and trade-specific hazards before work begins. INVOICE GENERATOR Create professional PDF invoices with your branding and line items. Share directly from your phone in seconds. CLIENT DATABASE Keep all your clients, job history, and contact info in one place. Tap to call, email, or navigate to any address. APPRENTICE MODE Teaching mode for foremen and lead techs. AI explains the "why" behind every fix so your crew learns on the job. BUILT FOR THE FIELD TradeForge works the way you work — fast, practical, and no fluff. Voice-first input, offline-capable job notes, and AI that actually understands trade terminology. YOUR DATA, YOUR DEVICE All job records, client info, and estimates are stored locally on your device. No account required. No cloud database. Your data stays private. PRICING Free plan includes limited AI queries per month. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited everything — diagnostics, code lookup, parts finder, safety flagging, and all premium features. Results are for field guidance only. Always verify all work to local codes, regulations, and safety standards. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TradeForge AI at none against Maude's 3. Maude's advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Maude sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. TradeForge AI asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Maude | TradeForge AI |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Subscription | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 76 MB | 45 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lucas Jean-Jacques Emile BASTIEN | Kieran Mercado |
In-app purchases
Maude
- Maude Pro Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Maude Pro Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Maude Pro Lifetime$69.99
TradeForge AI
No in-app purchases









