VirtualBench vs Ctrlavana
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.
Ctrlavana
Streamline group trip management with features for organizing passengers, payments, and logistics. Efficiently check in attendees, conduct random draws, and export data. Offers offline functionality and secure syncing across devices.
- Manage multiple trips
- Check in passengers
- Run random draws
- Export passenger lists to PDF
- Offline functionality
- Secure data syncing
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Organize your group trips with more control, fewer errors, and a professional experience. Ctrlavana is built for trip organizers, excursion planners, churches, schools, and group leaders who need to manage passengers, payments, and logistics in a simple and reliable way. With Ctrlavana, you can: • Manage multiple trips at the same time without losing control • Check in passengers quickly and efficiently • Run random draws directly in the app With Ctrlavana Pro, you unlock: • Unlimited active trips • Export passenger lists to PDF in seconds • Access to advanced features as the app evolves Works offline and keeps your data securely synced across your devices. Perfect for organizers who want to save time, reduce mistakes, and deliver a more professional experience. Download now and transform the way you manage your trips. Subscription Information: Ctrlavana Pro is available as a monthly ($9.99/month) or yearly ($89.99/year) auto-renewable subscription. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://ctrlavana.gapps.tech/en/privacypolicy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: VirtualBench at none against Ctrlavana's 2. VirtualBench also leads on ratings volume (4 vs 1) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 18.6). Ctrlavana's advantage is update cadence (every 11 days vs every 3 months). On price, rating, ads 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. Ctrlavana sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. VirtualBench asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for VirtualBench against 5.0 for Ctrlavana. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively.
VirtualBench ships an update every 3 months, Ctrlavana every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VirtualBench | Ctrlavana |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (4 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 11 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 236 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | National Instruments | Gapps.Tech |
Customer experience
VirtualBench
Ctrlavana
In-app purchases
VirtualBench
No in-app purchases
Ctrlavana
- Ctrlavana Pro – Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Ctrlavana Pro – Yearly$89.991 Year









