DMC vs Pathfinder Mobile
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DMC
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The intuitive and user-friendly tile interface of the DAKS Mobile Client offers a wide range of functions. For example, you can start broadcast calls or conferences directly from the app, send or receive alarms and locate accident victims. Set up individual app interfaces or create different client profiles for your employee groups using a web-based configuration tool. Tile functions 1. Detect and activate No-movement or Man-down alarm via device sensors 2. Activate time-controlled alarms and trigger upon expiration of a preconfigured period of time 3. Tracking: Transmit GPS data, trace routes or alert if location does not change 4. Web link: Open web link in browser, e.g., to access a webcam or open an info page 5. Activate Personal Security function and monitor connection 6. Alert instantly via alarm button 7. Start broadcast calls 8. Convene conferences 9. Call predefined target 10. Server connection *** PLEASE NOTE *** This application is designed for professional use in conjunction with a tetronik DAKS Alarm Server with enabled 'DAKS Smartphone Access' add-on. It cannot be utilized as a standalone application without a DAKS Alarm Server. For more information, please see: https://www.tetronik.com/en/products-and-solutions/daks-mobile-client.html
Pathfinder Mobile
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Pathfinder Mobile requires a Pathfinder Server installation. This is not a standalone product. Pathfinder Mobile is the first mobile application for network technicians and administrators to document networks on site, on the go and offline. At the office, at the data center or on the phone with a customer - with Pathfinder Mobile all important information of the IT network can be accessed anytime from anywhere. Pathfinder Mobile enables mobile access to all network connections and port states. Patch cables can be removed directly from the cabinet, reconnected. All changes are documented automatically. All functions are available offline. features: - Visualization of signal paths from the beginning to the end with all intermediate stations. - Search - Detailed views of all network levels (floors, rooms, etc.). - Detailed control cabinet views. - Barcode scan - Full text search - Work orders - Upload of photos Note: Select the demo database under "Settings-> Start Demo" to test the full functionality of Pathfinder Mobile. You can also setup the connection to your Pathfinder server there.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Pathfinder Mobile at every 3 months against DMC's every 10 months. Pathfinder Mobile also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 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.
DMC ships an update every 10 months, Pathfinder Mobile every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DMC | Pathfinder Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months | Every 3 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 10.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 39 MB | 141 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | tetronik GmbH | tripunkt GmbH |
In-app purchases
DMC
No in-app purchases
Pathfinder Mobile
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is DMC free?
Is Pathfinder Mobile free?
Do DMC or Pathfinder Mobile have ads?
Which is updated more often, DMC or Pathfinder Mobile?
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