Comparison

Tru vs Lotee

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

Head to head
About

Tru

Easily transfer session files from your Tru-Test device to your phone. Upload data to livestock management platforms, share via email, or send to national traceability programs. Manage device settings and record sessions remotely.

Highlights
  • Download session files
  • Upload to Datamars Livestock
  • Share via email
  • Send to traceability programs
  • Change device settings
  • Record sessions
  • Share GPS location
Features
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The Tru-Test Data Link app enables to you download session files from your Tru-Test device and upload them to Datamars Livestock, email or share the session files, or send them to your national traceability program, whether you’re out in the yards or back at home. Watch an overview of the app here: https://youtu.be/Iym0z8709QA Key features: • Download session files to your phone for later viewing & sharing • Session files automatically upload to MiHub Livestock when you have internet access • Share sessions via email, or other apps you have downloaded • Change device settings or record sessions when connected to S2 or S3 indicators • Share GPS location of sessions • Send sessions to supported national livestock traceability programs (see list below) Supported national livestock traceability programs: • New Zealand – send registrations and animal movements directly to NAIT • Australia – send animal movements for producers, agents and saleyards directly to NLIS Tru-Test product compatibility: • XRS2/SRS2 EID Readers • XR5000/ID5000 weigh scale indicators • EziWeigh7i weigh scale indicator • S2/S3 weigh scale indicators

About

Lotee

Features
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Lotee: The Ultimate Mobile Auction Tool for Auctioneers Lotee is a powerful mobile auction tool designed to empower auctioneers and their staff with the ability to perform a wide range of tasks on the go. Whether you're in the office or on the road, Lotee helps you stay connected, organized, and efficient. Current Features: Lotee CRM The first release of Lotee introduces our robust CRM functionality, putting your customer database right in your pocket. With Lotee CRM, you can: Search Smarter: Use advanced filters and shortcuts to quickly find customers by name, address, or contact details. Stay Connected: Call, email, text, or WhatsApp customers directly from the app. Manage Customer Relationships: Add notes, contact records, and schedule follow-up appointments that sync seamlessly with your back-office system. Set Reminders: Get notifications for follow-ups, ensuring no opportunity slips through the cracks. Access Trading History: View customer trading records and past interactions to gain valuable insights. Location-Based Features When you're on the move, Lotee helps you plan your day effectively: Nearby Customers: Find customers near your current location with a list view or interactive map. Navigation Made Easy: Get step-by-step directions to reach customers efficiently. Credit Control on the Go Lotee keeps your team informed and agile: Outstanding Debtors: View customer debt information and follow up directly from the app, without needing to be tied to a desk or computer. What’s Coming Next? Lotee is a growing suite of tools, and exciting updates are on the way: Lot Booking System (Q2 2025): Streamline lot management by taking pictures or videos, assigning lot numbers, adding descriptions, price ranges, reserves, and VAT details. Instantly sync this data with your back-office system for a time-saving, efficient workflow. Live Auction Insights: Access key lot information during live sales to empower your staff to make informed decisions, no matter where they are. With Lotee, your team has the tools they need to stay on top of customer relationships, improve efficiency, and make data-driven decisions—all from the convenience of their mobile devices. Download Lotee today and transform the way you manage your auctions!

Screenshots

Tru4 screens
Lotee2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Lotee at every 2 weeks against Tru's every 2 months. Tru's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 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

Tru ships an update every 2 months, Lotee every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Tru versus Lotee: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTruLotee
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size166 MB176 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDatamars SASimon Jones

In-app purchases

None

Tru

No in-app purchases

None

Lotee

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tru free?
Tru is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Lotee free?
Lotee is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Tru or Lotee have ads?
Neither Tru nor Lotee shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Tru or Lotee?
Tru ships an update every 2 months, and Lotee every 2 weeks. Most recently, Tru was updated on October 7, 2026 and Lotee on September 26, 2026.

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