Comparison

CAPI vs SmartWhere

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

Head to head
About

CAPI

Features
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Forsta Mobile CAPI is a dedicated personal interviewing and field interviewing module that forms part of the multi-channel Forsta+ platform. It allows you to engage in feedback and research programs in locations that suit your respondents, improving accuracy and boosting respondent engagement.

About

SmartWhere

Features
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SmartWhere mobile app brings the power of an advanced IoT data platform directly to your mobile device. Designed for cities, utilities, and industrial environments, the application lets you access real-time dashboards, analytics, and operational insights anytime, anywhere β€” securely. It delivers a consistent user experience aligned with the desktop platform, while adapting to the needs of on-the-go users. Key capabilities: β€’ Real-time dashboards Access live data visualizations from connected devices, sensors, and systems. Monitor key metrics such as environmental conditions, infrastructure status, energy usage, and industrial processes in real time. β€’ Unified platform experience. Interact with the same dashboards and data structures as in the desktop version. SmartWhere ensures continuity across devices without compromising usability. β€’ Smart City applications Support urban use cases, including environmental monitoring, air quality, noise levels, and public infrastructure management. β€’ Industry 4.0 integration Monitor industrial assets, production lines, energy systems, and telemetry streams. Gain actionable insights to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and optimize operations. β€’ Device provisioning and management Provision, configure, and onboard devices directly from the mobile app. Enable faster deployments, simplify field operations, and reduce setup time for IoT infrastructure. β€’ Secure and scalable access Enterprise-grade authentication and secure communication ensure that your data remains protected. The platform operates within EU-compliant environments, ensuring full data sovereignty and control. β€’ Flexible data visualization Render complex dashboards created within the SmartWhere ecosystem, including charts, maps, alarms, and telemetry widgets, all optimized for mobile interaction. β€’ Alerts and operational awareness Stay informed with real-time alerts and system notifications, enabling faster response to critical events and anomalies. SmartWhere (IoT Squad P.S.A.) is part of a comprehensive IoT ecosystem built to unlock the full value of connected data for cities and industry. By combining robust infrastructure, extensive telemetry integration, and broad edge hardware support with intuitive desktop and mobile access, it enables truly data-driven operations at scale. Whether managing urban infrastructure or industrial assets, SmartWhere transforms complex data into clear, actionable insightsβ€”directly in your hands.

Screenshots

CAPI3 screens
SmartWhere4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: SmartWhere at 12.0 against CAPI's 16.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
CAPI versus SmartWhere: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCAPISmartWhere
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS16.012.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size98 MB59 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperForsta, Inc.IoT Squad P.S.A.

In-app purchases

None

CAPI

No in-app purchases

None

SmartWhere

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CAPI free?
CAPI is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SmartWhere free?
SmartWhere is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CAPI or SmartWhere have ads?
Neither CAPI nor SmartWhere shows ads.

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