Comparison

Inspection Express vs Ardex Inspect

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

Head to head
About

Inspection Express

Streamline property management with paperless solutions for condition reports, leases, and remote inspections. Save time and reduce costs with cloud-based access and smart features designed by property managers for property managers.

Highlights
  • Paperless condition reports and leases
  • Remote virtual inspections
  • Integrations with real estate platforms
  • Fast typing with 'Input Express'
  • Smart inspection reminders
  • Cloud-based dispute resolution
  • Tenant-led remote inspections
Features
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Virtual Tour / Paperless Condition Report / Paperless Office / Remote Inspections / Paperless Leasing Inspection Express is the leader in property management inspection software. Our paperless solutions allow you to carry out totally paperless condition reports and leases. Forget printing! You can send your reports anytime anywhere. Our remote inspections feature takes it one step further allowing you to complete virtual routine inspections from anywhere in the world! Allow your tenant to complete the routine inspection producing thorough and accurate reports using our software. Key Features - Integrations - The Inspection Express app integrates with many key real estate businesses and cloud based platforms such as PropertyMe, Console, RP Office, Re-Leased, Property Tree, MultiArray, MovingHub. We are incorporating more and more platforms as we go! - Fast Typing - Thanks to our powerful "Input Express" feature and context-sensible wording, it will help you type less. This saves up to 75% of your time on typing. - Smart Reminders - Our reminder system is fully integrated with apps on your iPhone or or iPad. These can also be linked to your google calendar. Never miss an inspection again! - Dispute Resolution - All past inspection reports are available in the cloud and can be easily downloaded for dispute resolution or copied to a new report. The tenant is also required to enter a photo if they wish to dispute a comment on the condition report. - Remote Inspections - Carry out totally remote inspections, no need for your tenant to download any apps! They can complete the inspection within a web browser sent via a link. You can create parameters to ensure they take a minimum number of photos and make comments. Why Choose Inspection Express? - Our app was designed by property managers for property managers. We know what you need and the app was designed and built for you. - Time saving approach to property inspections. Our app not only saves you time but is cost effective as your property managers can spend the time saved on other revenue generating tasks. - Inspection reports are available in the cloud anytime, anywhere! - Our dedicated support team is available to support and guide you on your journey with us, with free training and webinars. - A paperless solution. Our app allows you to make your office paperless! Start saving on printing costs and use your environmental savings as a selling point to your clients.

About

Ardex Inspect

Features
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Inspect by Ardex brings the sales catalogue to life in your hands. Hosting catalogues from a range of auction houses, it lets you browse every lot complete with pedigrees, photos, videos and any other details you need to know. Lot updates sync to your device live as the sale progresses. Record your inspections and notes as you go. Build shortlists of the lots that catch your eye and share them with your team - all working from the same list in real time. Whether you're buying, selling or advising, Inspect by Ardex keeps everyone on the same page from first inspection to final bid.

Screenshots

Inspection Express2 screens
Ardex Inspect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Ardex Inspect at every 2 days against Inspection Express's every 2 weeks. Ardex Inspect also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Inspection Express ships an update every 2 weeks, Ardex Inspect every 2 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Inspection Express versus Ardex Inspect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInspection ExpressArdex Inspect
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (22 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews81.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings22 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size257 MB128 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperiPropertyExpress.com Pty LtdArdex Technology Pty Limited

Bugs and requests

Inspection Express

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Severe lag and overheating since recent update
  • Camera integration broken, first launch almost never focuses correctly
  • App crashes mid-work
  • AI comments are not very accurate
  • Unnecessarily long syncing time
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  • Compatibility with M1 & M2 No longer works
  • App fails to pull Emails and name information
  • Cursor not present when typing comments
  • Poor quality images, blurry large thumbnails
  • App REALLY drains the battery

Requested features

12 requests
  • Android version of the app
  • Pull comments automatically from ingoing report
  • Ability to use AI for routine inspections
  • Update key records throughout tenancy
  • Link with a home opens app
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  • Alter reports via laptop or desktop
  • Upload photo option
  • Compatibility with phone (not just iPad)
  • Ability to use flash when necessary
  • Edit (add/remove) sub areas on web forum
  • Additional options for exit inspections to reduce comparison report preparation time
  • Cursor present when typing comments

Ardex Inspect

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Inspection Express

No in-app purchases

None

Ardex Inspect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Inspection Express free?
Inspection Express is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ardex Inspect free?
Ardex Inspect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Inspection Express or Ardex Inspect have ads?
Neither Inspection Express nor Ardex Inspect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Inspection Express or Ardex Inspect?
Inspection Express ships an update every 2 weeks, and Ardex Inspect every 2 days. Most recently, Inspection Express was updated on October 24, 2026 and Ardex Inspect on October 24, 2026.

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