Comparison

DialReadPad vs vSite Scan

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

Head to head
About

DialReadPad

This app wirelessly connects to compatible Bluetooth measurement devices, allowing users to record and analyze readings from instruments like micrometers and calipers directly on their iPhone. It offers real-time plotting, customizable accuracy, and comprehensive PDF report generation with data import and user-defined fields.

Highlights
  • Wireless Bluetooth measurement device connection
  • Real-time and offline plotting
  • Customizable reading accuracy
  • PDF report generation
  • Data export to CSV and SQLite
  • Analog dial indicator simulation
Features
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This App connects to the Motionics bluetooth (LE) measurement device and reads the readings from any micrometer, caliper, dial indicator or any other digital measurement instruments from Mitutoyo with SPC output. This system allows you to have a wireless bluetooth measurement device and read the values directly from your iPhone. The App requires the bluetooth measurement device to test but can be fully tested with all its features from the "Run Demo" page of the App. Features: - Continuous or Single Measurement recording options - Real-time plots of reading up to 10 samples/second - 10, 5, 1 Hz sampling rate options - Customizable reading decimal accuracy - Off-line post processing plot - connect to both Bluetooth Low Energy and Wi-Fi devices - Off-line polar plot for runout, surface profile test and several other applications - Analog rotating dial indicator (mm and inch) from App - Reading units: mm/inch - Pinch/Pan/Zoom/Zoom All for real-time and off-line graphs - Zoom individually in x or y in plot - Max/Min/Avg/TIR (total indicator reading) values - Total recording Samples/Time values - Green-Red Threshold indicators for TIR - Define Machine ID/Session Name/Operator Name/Company Name for PDF report - QR Reader for Machine ID - Pause/Play Button during recording - Trigger switch of the device to record a reading either from device or from the App - SQLite database - Export SQLite database of the App through Email - Export CSV file of recordings PDF Report Generation: - import machine image from camera/library - customize your report logo - import reading plots and polar plots - import TIR health indicator - add custom notes - speech-to-text for notes - automatic data import into report for summary of test - user signature - includes user map/location in the report (can be disabled) - email the pdf report - save the pdf report to database - wireless printing of the pdf report

About

vSite Scan

Features
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Simplify reality capture and enhance project workflows with vSite Scan—the ultimate tool for capturing, validating, and sharing site conditions. With its intuitive design and seamless integration into the vSite platform, vSite Scan empowers teams to stay connected, informed, and productive at every stage of the project. Capture. Upload. Analyze. Effortlessly scan site conditions, upload them directly to vSite, and unlock powerful features like as-built verification, progress tracking, and augmented reality (AR) visualization. Streamline project documentation and decision-making with real-time updates and unparalleled precision. Key Features: • Effortless Reality Capture: Quickly capture highly accurate scans of site conditions for detailed documentation and AI-powered analysis. • One-Click Documentation: Simplify workflows by instantly capturing and uploading scans for integration into reports and AR visualizations. • As-Built Verification: Ensure designs align with real-world conditions using intuitive validation tools. • Progress Tracking: Monitor and document project updates in real-time, keeping all stakeholders informed and aligned. • Seamless Integration with vSite: Upload scans directly from the field to the vSite platform, ensuring accessibility and collaboration from anywhere. • Enhanced Collaboration: Combine scans with GIS and BIM data to create actionable insights and foster team alignment. • Portable and Efficient: Optimized for iOS devices, delivering advanced capabilities without the need for extra hardware. vSite Scan redefines how projects are documented and managed. Whether you’re capturing reality, validating as-built conditions, or tracking progress, this app transforms complex workflows into effortless processes, ensuring better outcomes for your team. Elevate your projects today with vSite Scan. Download now and take control of your site management!

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: vSite Scan at every 2 weeks against DialReadPad's every 3 months. DialReadPad's advantage is iOS requirement (7.0 vs 16.1). 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

DialReadPad ships an update every 3 months, vSite Scan every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
DialReadPad versus vSite Scan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDialReadPadvSite Scan
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS7.0 — better16.1
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB77 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMotionics LLCvGIS Inc.

In-app purchases

None

DialReadPad

No in-app purchases

None

vSite Scan

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DialReadPad free?
DialReadPad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is vSite Scan free?
vSite Scan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do DialReadPad or vSite Scan have ads?
Neither DialReadPad nor vSite Scan shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DialReadPad or vSite Scan?
DialReadPad ships an update every 3 months, and vSite Scan every 2 weeks. Most recently, DialReadPad was updated on September 30, 2026 and vSite Scan on October 2, 2026.

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