VisualSupport vs PAT
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VisualSupport
This app allows customers to stream live HD video of their issues to support representatives. It helps eliminate the need for lengthy explanations and improves problem resolution. Support can be accessed from any location with an internet connection.
- Real-time HD video streaming
- Screen capture for analysis
- On-screen drawing for clear communication
- Easy 6-digit connection code
- Remote support from any location
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Rsupport’s ‘VisualSupport – RemoteCall’ solution utilizes the customer’s mobile device camera to stream HD video of the issue(s) they’re experiencing in real-time. By using Rsupport’s ‘VisualSupport – RemoteCall’ solution, support representatives are able to see exactly what the customer is experiencing and eliminate the need for customers to narrate their issues. Additionally, customers are able to stream and receive support from virtually any location through a Wi-Fi, 3G, or LTE connection. •Improve First Call Resolution •Reduce Time to Resolution •Increase Overall Satisfaction [Key Features] 1.Real-time Video Streaming - Support representatives are able to see exactly the issues the customer is experiencing through a real-time video stream. 2.Screen Capture - Analyze issues more effectively by taking a screenshot of what the customer is streaming. 3.On-screen Drawing - Mark important areas for the customer to see to communicate certain points more clearly. 4.Easy to Connect - All the customer needs to do to get connected is input the 6-digit connection code provided by the support representative. [Receiving Video Support - Customers] 1.Download, install, and then launch the VisualSupport application. 2.Enter the 6-digit connection code provided by the support representative, then click ‘OK’. 3.Engage in real-time video support. 4.Close the application once video support session has ended.
PAT
This tool connects to compatible boilers via Bluetooth for commissioning, diagnostics, and service. It offers guided wizards, data logging, and remote support capabilities. The app supports English and Spanish and can update boiler firmware.
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Commissioning, diagnostic, and service wizards
- English and Spanish language support
- Cloud data logging and reporting
- Remote support capabilities
- Boiler firmware updates
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PATConnect is a commissioning, diagnostic and service tool consisting of a Bluetooth Adaptor and mobile device app. The app communicates with any Velocity Boiler Works modulating condensing boiler. PATConnect is a local service tool with web portal data collection and live streaming to enable remote support. Compatible Boilers include Phantom II, Phantom Combi II, Phantom, Phantom Combi, PhantomX, Raptor and Raptor X Modulating Condensing Boilers. PAT-Connect Features: • Bluetooth Adaptor connects boiler to PAT-Connect App. • English and Spanish Language. • Start-up, Troubleshoot and Service Wizards. • Data logs, site photos, service & status reports sent to cloud. • Alta Boiler Control firmware and default parameter updates.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: PAT at 5.0 against VisualSupport's 4.0. PAT also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). VisualSupport's advantage is ratings volume (12 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
PAT holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VisualSupport has 12 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
VisualSupport ships an update every 3 months, PAT every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VisualSupport | PAT |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (12 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 12 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 74 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Rsupport | Velocity Boiler Works, LLC |
Customer experience
VisualSupport
PAT
In-app purchases
VisualSupport
No in-app purchases
PAT
No in-app purchases









