VirtualBench vs Moku
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VirtualBench
This app transforms your iPad into a versatile all-in-one instrument, combining an oscilloscope, function generator, digital multimeter, and power supply. Interact with instruments using multi-touch gestures and share data instantly. It offers hands-free operation for common tasks.
- All instruments viewable together
- Multi-touch gesture control
- Screenshot and data sharing
- Hands-free operation via iPad bump
- Demo mode with simulated signals
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NI VirtualBench is an all-in-one instrument that works with your iPad. It integrates a mixed-signal oscilloscope, function generator, digital multimeter, and programmable DC power supply into a single device that takes up less space on your bench. Connect VirtualBench wirelessly to your iPad to interact with instruments like never before. No knobs or buttons required. SEE All Instruments Together View and interact with all instruments at once with a consolidated and consistent experience for each instrument. INTERACT with Multi-Touch Gestures Pinch horizontally or vertically to change the Time/Div or Volts/Div. Tap and drag to pan or position a waveform. SHARE Screenshots and Data in Seconds Capture screenshots or data in a .CSV file and instantly email, AirDrop, save to the camera roll, or share directly to other apps like Dropbox, Skitch, and Numbers. BUMP to Perform Actions Hands-Free Holding two probes and need an extra hand? Configure Hands-Free and simply bump your iPad to take a screenshot, start an acquisition, or enable another instrument without dropping your probes. GETTING STARTED • To use this app with a VirtualBench device, first connect your iPad to the same WiFi network as the VirtualBench device or to the WiFi network hosted by the VirtualBench device. • This app may also be used in “Demo Mode” with simulated signals. The function generator is “virtually” connected to the oscilloscope and the DC power supply is “virtually” connected to the digital multimeter. For purchasing information on the VirtualBench all-in-one instrument, visit ni.com/virtualbench. Need help? Get support at ni.com/support.
Moku
This application serves as the control center for a professional-grade test and measurement device, offering 12 integrated instruments. It enables real-time data streaming and experiment control wirelessly from an iPad, with options to save and share findings.
- 12 professional-grade instruments
- Wireless iPad control
- Real-time data streaming
- Intuitive multi-touch interface
- Data saving and sharing
- Demo mode for simulation
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Please note: This app, Moku:Lab, only supports Moku:Lab devices running legacy firmware. Search for our newer app, simply called Moku:, to get support for latest firmware, more hardware models, more instruments, and new ways to take full advantage of the Moku hardware. ----- Moku:Lab is a revolutionary all-in-one test and measurement device for professional scientists and engineers. Moku:Lab comes with 12 professional-grade instruments: • Oscilloscope • Spectrum analyzer • Waveform generator • Phasemeter • Data logger • Lock-in amplifier • PID controller • Frequency response analyzer • Digital filter box • Arbitrary waveform generator • FIR filter builder • Laser lock box With high-speed analog inputs and outputs combined with reconfigurable FPGA hardware, the digital signal-processing capabilities are virtually limitless. The Moku:Lab app for iPad communicates wirelessly with your device and is mission control for all of your Moku instruments. Each instrument features an intuitive multi-touch user interface, thoughtfully designed and meticulously optimized for iPad. Stream data and control your experiment in real time as you move around the lab. Connect to Dropbox, iCloud or email to instantly save your data and share your breakthroughs with colleagues or friends. Try out the app in demo mode to interact with simulated signals and experience the innovative iPad interface. For more information visit www.liquidinstruments.com.
Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: VirtualBench at 5.0 against Moku's 4.7. On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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.
VirtualBench holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 9 respectively.
VirtualBench ships an update every 3 months, Moku every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VirtualBench | Moku |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better | 4.7 (9 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 9 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPad | iPad |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 9.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 236 MB | 220 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | National Instruments | Liquid Instruments |
Customer experience
VirtualBench
Moku
In-app purchases
VirtualBench
No in-app purchases
Moku
No in-app purchases









