Arsel vs ionRoad
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Arsel
This app allows telecom consumers in Qatar to submit complaints and inquiries directly to the Communications Regulatory Authority. It also provides a network coverage map, internet speed tests, and information about consumer rights and updates from the CRA.
- Submit telecom complaints and inquiries
- View online network coverage map
- Test internet speed
- Access consumer rights information
- Receive CRA updates
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The Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) is the communications regulator in the state of Qatar established by virtue of Emiri Decree (42) in 2014. CRA regulates the communications & infoology and postal sectors, and access to digital media. Arsel is the Communications Regulatory Authority’s mobile app to empower telecom consumers in Qatar. The app was specifically developed by CRA as an additional tool for consumers to provide their complaints and inquiries about telecommunication services in Qatar directly to CRA. The data collected through the app will help CRA to work with the service providers to improve the quality of services in the country. The word Arsel means “to send” in Arabic, and CRA hopes the app, will indeed help consumers communicate directly with us. Through the app the consumers can: Send complaint and inquiry about telecommunication services directly to Communications Regulatory Authority. Access an online network coverage map showcasing other consumers experience and informing users if coverage issues been reported in their area or not. Test your internet speed. Know more about your rights and how we can help you. Receive updates and information from the CRA. هيئة تنظيم الاتصالات هي الجهة المسئولة عن تنظيم قطاع الاتصالات في دولة قطر. وقد أنشئت بموجب القرار الأميري رقم (42) لسنة 2014. تتولى الهيئة تنظيم قطاع الاتصالات وتكنولوجيا المعلومات وقطاع البريد، والنفاذ إلى الإعلام الرقمي. أنشأت هيئة تنظيم الاتصالات تطبيق "أرسل" للهواتف المحمولة لتمكين وتوعية المستهلكين بكافة حقوقهم في قطاع الاتصالات في قطر. وقد تم تطوير هذا التطبيق خصيصا من قبل هيئة تنظيم الاتصالات كقناة إضافية تمكن المستهلك من تقديم شكواه واستفساراته مباشرة إلى الهيئة حول خدمات الاتصالات في قطر. وسوف تساعد البيانات التي يتم جمعها من خلال هذا التطبيق في عمل الهيئة مع مقدمي الخدمة على تحسين جودة الخدمات في البلاد. كلمة Arsel مشتقة من مرادفها الأصلي باللغة العربية "أرسل" وتأمل الهيئة ان يسهل هذا التطبيق تواصل المستهلكين معنا مباشرة . من خلال التطبيق يمكن للمستهلكين:: تقديم شكوى أو استفسار مباشرة لهيئة تنظيم الاتصالات حول خدمات الاتصالات. الاطلاع على خريطة شبكة التغطية على الإنترنت وعرض تجارب مستهلكين اخرين وترشد المستهلك ما اذا كان هناك شكاوى تغطية في منطقته او لا . اختبار سرعة الإنترنت معرفة المزيد عن حقوقك كمستهلك اتصالات. يمكنك استلام اخبار وتحديثات من هيئة تنظيم الاتصالات.
ionRoad
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ionRoad: Your Vision on Automotive Batteries Unlock the future of battery management with ionRoad. This innovative app allows you to use your iPhone camera to scan any electric vehicle (EV) or hybrid and instantly identify detailed battery information. With ionRoad, you can: Scan and Identify: Quickly scan any EV or hybrid vehicle to retrieve battery metadata, including chemistry, size, and weight. Manage Inventory: Effortlessly keep track of your battery inventory, making it easier to sell and manage your stock. Extensive Database: Access information on over 1000 different EV and hybrid batteries. Whether you're a scrap yard, salvage yard, metal recycler, or automotive dismantler, ionRoad is the ultimate tool for efficient and accurate battery management. Download ionRoad today and revolutionize your battery handling process!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ionRoad at every 3 weeks against Arsel's every 9 months. Arsel's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 14.0). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Arsel ships an update every 9 months, ionRoad every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Arsel | ionRoad |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 50 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Communications Regulatory Authority (State Of Qatar) | UPLABS VENTURES, LLC |
In-app purchases
Arsel
No in-app purchases
ionRoad
No in-app purchases









