Comparison

RemoteWeigh vs Recon SpreadSense

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

Head to head
About

RemoteWeigh

Transform your iOS device into a remote control for compatible weight indicators. Monitor real-time weight, perform essential functions like zero and tare, and print or share weight tickets. Supports multiple indicators simultaneously.

Highlights
  • Remote control for weight indicators
  • Real-time weight display
  • Zero, tare, gross/net functions
  • Connect up to 8 indicators
  • Print or share weight tickets
  • Supports AirPrint and email/iMessage sharing
Features
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RemoteWeigh makes your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch into a remote control for your Cardinal/Detecto weight indicators. Up to eight different weight indicators may be connected simultaneously. Real-time updating weight is displayed. Provided functions include zero, tare, gross/net. ID, and change units. May be used as an 825 indicator remote control. Supports Cardinal prompting protocol. Weight tickets may be printed to AirPrint printers, or shared via email or iMessage/SMS. Supported weight indicators include ScaleNet, 190 with network option, 200 series with network option, 201, and the 825. Scroll left or right on iPhone or iPod touch to show all weight indicators. iPad will show four indicators simultaneously.

About

Recon SpreadSense

This utility app uses acoustic sensors to monitor floaters for blockages, sending instant notifications to your iPad. It helps ensure accurate product application, reduces operator stress by eliminating visual checks, and monitors machine performance for optimal efficiency.

Highlights
  • Acoustic blockage monitoring
  • Real-time iPad notifications
  • Compatibility with major floater models
  • Measures individual deflector flow
  • Easy sensor installation
  • Monitors machine performance
Features
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Recon SpreadSense from Intelligent Ag is an acoustic-based blockage monitor for floaters. If there is a blockage anywhere on the floater's system, you'll receive quick and accurate notifications on your iPad. Recon SpreadSense is compatible with most floater models (TerraGator and RoGator AirMax Precision and Air Spreader systems, CASE IH with 810 Flex-Air systems, and John Deere AB485). Accurate application for your customers Stand out with the latest technology to ensure the most accurate application for your customers. Reduce operator stress Ensure accurate distribution of products across your floater and increase your efficiency by not having to visually detect flow issues. Improve the effectiveness of the applicator and reduce the risk of misapplied product and customer complaints. Monitor machine performance Monitor machine performance to ensure optimal application. Identify other issues affecting your floater. With Recon SpreadSense you can measure individual deflector flow status and relative flow across the entire boom. Easy to install The acoustic sensors are easy to install on the back of each deflector which doesn’t cause any disruption to product flow.

Screenshots

RemoteWeigh4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Recon SpreadSense at Free against RemoteWeigh's $19.99. Recon SpreadSense also leads on ratings volume (4 vs 1). RemoteWeigh's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On rating, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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

Recon SpreadSense is free to download; RemoteWeigh costs $19.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for RemoteWeigh against 5.0 for Recon SpreadSense. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 4 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RemoteWeigh ships an update every 8 months, Recon SpreadSense every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
RemoteWeigh versus Recon SpreadSense: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemoteWeighRecon SpreadSense
Price$19.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings14 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 6 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB257 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperCardinal/Detecto Scale CompanyIntelligent Agricultural Solutions, LLC

Customer experience

RemoteWeigh

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Recon SpreadSense

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

RemoteWeigh

No in-app purchases

None

Recon SpreadSense

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RemoteWeigh free?
RemoteWeigh costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Recon SpreadSense free?
Recon SpreadSense is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, RemoteWeigh or Recon SpreadSense?
RemoteWeigh and Recon SpreadSense are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 4 ratings respectively.
Do RemoteWeigh or Recon SpreadSense have ads?
Neither RemoteWeigh nor Recon SpreadSense shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RemoteWeigh or Recon SpreadSense?
RemoteWeigh ships an update every 8 months, and Recon SpreadSense every 6 months. Most recently, RemoteWeigh was updated on September 25, 2026 and Recon SpreadSense on October 24, 2026.

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