Comparison

Proximity vs Gear Code

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

Head to head
About

Proximity

This utility helps determine the correct number and facility code for access cards or fobs. It converts binary or hexadecimal card values into usable data, and can also reverse the process by generating binary values from facility codes and card numbers.

Highlights
  • Binary to number conversion
  • Hexadecimal to number conversion
  • Number to binary generation
  • Supports multiple bit lengths
  • Supports numerous card formats
  • Reverse calculation functionality
Features
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Have a "naked" access card or fob and need to determine its appropriate number and facility code? If you're able to extract the binary or hexadecimal value then Proximity will do the rest. The first calculator of Proximity works one of two ways: By inputting the raw binary value of the card or by inputting the hex equivalent. To use the binary input, simply tap on the box and type in the binary value. The counter in the lower-right corner of the box will keep track of the amount of digits currently displayed. To use the hex input, tap on the box and enter the hex value. Once complete, select the bit length from the wheel below. This is only necessary when calculating from a hex value. After tapping on calculate, the output will be displayed. If there is more than one system in the same bit length, tap on Next to cycle through the different formats. The second calculator is simply the reverse of the first: 
Input the facility code, card number, select the format, and tap calculate to generate the raw binary value. More formats will be released in future versions so long as the information is acquired. If there's a format not on this app and you have the breakdown information, send it to me and I'll fulfill the request. Currently supports the following formats: 26 bits HID® Standard (H10301) 26 bits Indala 31 bits HID® ADT 33 bits HID® Standard (D10202) 34 bits HID® Standard (H10306) 34 bits HID® Northern (N1002) 34 bits Indala Optus 35 bits HID® Corporate 1000® 36 bits Simplex 36 bits Lenel 36 bits S2 37 bits HID® Farpointe (H10304) 37 bits HID® (no Facility Code) (H10302) 37 bits HID® PointGuard 37 bits Software House 40 bits Casi Rusco 40 bits XceedID 40 bits Honeywell (P10001) 48 bits HID® Corporate 1000® Disclaimer:
 HID® and Corporate 1000® are registered trademarks of HID Global Corporation or its affiliates. This application is not affiliated with nor endorsed by HID Global Corporation. Compatibility: iPhone / iPod touch on iOS 8.0 or later and iPad on iOS 12.0 or later. Found a bug? Something not working? Have a suggestion? Feel free to contact me via email: farren@phoxlocks.com

About

Gear Code

This app helps lighting, sound, and video professionals quickly troubleshoot and manage event equipment. It streamlines workflows to minimize downtime and maximize performance for smoother events. Designed with over 25 years of industry experience, it offers tools for efficient equipment management.

Highlights
  • Streamline troubleshooting
  • Minimize downtime
  • Maximize performance
  • Mobile-accessible platform
  • Unlimited users
  • Unlimited events
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Gear Code revolutionizes the way lighting, sound, video professionals troubleshoot and manage equipment. Our mobile-accessible platform ensures your technicians can resolve issues quickly, keeping your events running smoothly. With over 25 years of industry experience behind us, Gear Code offers tools that simplify your workflows, reduce downtime, and enhance efficiency. Streamline Troubleshooting. Minimize Downtime. Maximize Performance. Flexible Pricing plans Unlimited # Users Unlimited # of Events

Screenshots

Proximity4 screens
Gear Code4 screens

Verdict

The call

Proximity and Gear Code both sit at 5.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Gear Code's written reviews are positive against 25% of Proximity's. Gear Code also leads on price (Free vs $1.99) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 14 months). Proximity's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On rating, ads, in-app purchases 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

Gear Code is free to download; Proximity costs $1.99 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 Proximity against 5.0 for Gear Code. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 25% of Proximity's written reviews are positive against 100% of Gear Code's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Proximity ships an update every 14 months, Gear Code every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Proximity versus Gear Code: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProximityGear Code
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings13 — better
Update frequencyEvery 14 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFarren DomeniciGear Code, LLC

Customer experience

Proximity

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

Gear Code

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Proximity

No in-app purchases

None

Gear Code

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Proximity free?
Proximity costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Gear Code free?
Gear Code is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Proximity or Gear Code?
Proximity and Gear Code are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 3 ratings respectively.
Do Proximity or Gear Code have ads?
Neither Proximity nor Gear Code shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Proximity or Gear Code?
Proximity ships an update every 14 months, and Gear Code every 2 months. Most recently, Proximity was updated on October 1, 2026 and Gear Code on October 6, 2026.

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