Comparison

EPiC vs Rittal Scan & Service

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

Head to head
About

EPiC

Manage ABB low-voltage devices with precision and speed directly from your smartphone. Monitor, install, and digitally upgrade hardware features. Built for technicians, panel builders, and service engineers, it offers tools for configuration, real-time monitoring, and troubleshooting.

Highlights
  • Device monitoring and installation
  • Digital hardware feature upgrades
  • Commissioning and configuration
  • Real-time performance monitoring
  • Troubleshooting with diagnostics
  • Offline work capability
  • Wireless connection for safety
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EPiC Mobile 4.0 – Pocket sized. EPiC control.   Manage ABB low-voltage devices with precision, speed and confidence, from the  phone that's already in your pocket.  EPiC Mobile is designed to help you monitor, install devices and digitally upgrade your hardware’s features.   Built for technicians, panel builders, and service engineers, EPiC Mobile gives you the tools and insights you need - whenever and wherever you need them.  Compatible devices  SACE Emax 3, SACE Emax 2, ABB SACE Tmax XT series (XT2, XT4, XT5), SACE Infinitus, Ekip UP+, CM-TCN.011 – 012 (via NFC), ABB CM-TCS.011 (via NFC)   What you can do  Connect first. Act faster. 
Start by connecting to your device and instantly see what you can do - no guesswork. Access the right actions, data, and tools based on the device in front of you.  Commission and configure in minutes 
Set parameters, apply configurations, and get devices up and running quickly via Bluetooth, USB-C, or NFC (depending on device model).  Monitor performance in real time 
Connect to the device to view key data such as current, voltage, power, and temperature. Understand device status immediately and react before issues escalate.  Troubleshoot with clarity 
Access alarms, event history, and diagnostics tools to identify and resolve problems faster - directly on-site.  Work offline  It works where you do, providing  seamless wireless control and reliable offline access to ensure you get the job  done. Selected features require an active internet connection.    Reduce risk. Increase safety  Connect wirelessly and avoid unnecessary exposure to live equipment.  React to trips and protection events before they escalate into  downtime or danger. Access device data safely – even without powering it (where  supported).      Stay efficient with smart features  * Recents: Quickly reconnect to recently used devices or review past data   * Dashboards: See key information and device status in one place   * Event overview: View all alarms at once for faster issue detection   * Context help: Get instant, screen-specific guidance whenever you need it     Built for the field  EPiC Mobile is designed to support your daily work:  • Configure devices faster and with less effort 
• Minimize errors 
• Improve troubleshooting speed 
• See device status at a glance 
• Keep systems running reliably  Emax 3 – Advanced capabilities  With ABB SACE Emax 3, unlock additional powerful features:  * Bluetooth Mesh for continuous thermal monitoring   * Integrated network analyzer for power quality insights   * USB-C connectivity for fast, reliable access   * Trip reader for detailed trip analysis   Why EPiC Mobile  With EPiC Mobile 4.0, your smartphone becomes a powerful tool to manage ABB low voltage devices - helping you work faster, make better decisions, and stay in control.

About

Rittal Scan & Service

Streamline interaction with Rittal products during operation. Scan NFC tags or QR codes to access device information, parameters, and technical data. Efficiently manage settings, create service messages, and generate watch lists for accessories and spare parts.

Highlights
  • Scan products via NFC or QR code
  • Fast parametrization and commissioning
  • Copy settings between units (Fast-Copy)
  • Create and send service messages
  • Generate watch lists for accessories/spare parts
  • Access product information and documentation
  • Manage and track scanned products
Features
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Make your interaction with Rittal products during the operating phase even more efficient! With the Rittal Scan & Service app, you can interact conveniently and easily with your devices during the operating phase. Rittal supports you here by calling up all device information and parameters by scanning via NFC or the rating plate QR code. Benefit from a wide range of features: • Fast parametrization and commissioning: All unit parameters can be quickly and easily transferred to the air handling unit via NFC. • Save time with Fast-Copy: Fast-Copy is a function with which all settings of an air-conditioning unit can be easily copied to other air-conditioning units. • Create and send a service message: As an alternative to the Rittal Service hotline, you can use the app to create a service message around the clock and send it to Rittal Service or to a contact of your choice. • Create and send watch lists of accessories and spare parts: Find the right accessory and spare part for the scanned product and place it on the watch list. The watch list can be sent as a CSV file to a purchaser in your company and imported into the Rittal Online Shop with just a few clicks. • All product information at a glance: Obtain all relevant product information such as technical information, instructions, various tutorials, direct access to all relevant engineering data or approvals of the product. • Manage scanned products: Track and manage your scanned products or create your own product lists. • Secure benefits with product registration: Secure attractive benefits by registering your Rittal products conveniently.

Screenshots

EPiC4 screens
Rittal Scan & Service4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: EPiC at 100% against Rittal Scan & Service's 63%. EPiC also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported). Rittal Scan & Service's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.4). 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

EPiC ships an update every 2 months, Rittal Scan & Service every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
EPiC versus Rittal Scan & Service: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEPiCRittal Scan & Service
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (27 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better62.5% of reviews
Number of ratings27 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.415.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size154 MB260 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperABB Information Systems AGRittal GmbH & Co. KG

Customer experience

EPiC

All ratings20 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Rittal Scan & Service

Written reviews8 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative37.5%

In-app purchases

None

EPiC

No in-app purchases

None

Rittal Scan & Service

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EPiC free?
EPiC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Rittal Scan & Service free?
Rittal Scan & Service is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do EPiC or Rittal Scan & Service have ads?
Neither EPiC nor Rittal Scan & Service shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EPiC or Rittal Scan & Service?
EPiC ships an update every 2 months, and Rittal Scan & Service every 5 weeks. Most recently, EPiC was updated on November 6, 2026 and Rittal Scan & Service on November 3, 2026.

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