Comparison

Clear vs VoltBridge Mesh

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

Head to head
About

Clear

This app functions as a virtual intercom control panel, allowing users to communicate over IP networks. It offers features like point-to-point and group calling, partyline communication, and encrypted audio, replicating the experience of traditional intercom systems.

Highlights
  • Virtual intercom control panel
  • Point-to-Point calling
  • Point-to-Multipoint group calling
  • Partyline and IFB communications
  • Push-to-talk functionality
  • Encrypted audio communication
Features
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Clear-Com’s Agent-IC mobile app is designed for use with Clear-Com’s intercom systems such as the Eclipse HX Matrix Intercom, Encore Analog Partyline Intercom, and HelixNet Digital Network Partyline System. The virtual intercom control panel operates on all iPhone and iPads and connects from anywhere in the world over 3G, 4G and Wi-Fi/IP networks. Agent-IC delivers the same user experience as traditional intercom key panels. Even on the mobile device, the app is fully featured with Point-to-Point calling, Point-to-Multipoint group calling, Partyline, IFB communications with logic triggering, PTT (Push-to-talk), local cross-point audio level control, and notifications. All communication is encrypted to AES. AGENT-IC HOSTED BY ECLIPSE HX Agent-IC needs the Eclipse HX matrix intercom with virtual panel licenses enabled for operation. Accessing the app requires proper authorization and system pre-configuration from the organization’s system administrator using EHX. Once authentication is complete, authorized users can connect to their host Eclipse HX on iPhone or iPad as long as they are connected over any 3G, 4G and Wi-Fi/IP network. Agent-IC installation is simple. Download and install the app on the mobile device. Enter the passcode provided within EHX and authentication will begin. A unique and secure connection will be established between the device and the host Eclipse HX intercom system. Once verified, the user is ready to communicate with any traditional, IP and Agent-IC users on the host Eclipse HX network. AGENT-IC HOSTED BY LQ IP INTERFACES Alternatively, Agent-IC can directly connect to LQ IP interface devices in order to link to any one of Clear-Com’s partyline systems. By doing so, Partyline users can speak directly to a remote contributor user on Agent-IC. Accessing the app requires proper authorization and system pre-configuration via the LQ Core Configuration Manager (CCM). Once authentication is complete, authorized users can connect to their host Partyline system on an iPhone or iPad as long as they are connected over any 3G, 4G and Wi-Fi/IP network. Agent-IC installation is simple. Download and install the app on the mobile device. Enter the passcode provided within CCM and authentication will begin. A unique and secure connection will be established between the device and the host Partyline intercom system. Once verified, the user is ready to communicate with any traditional intercom user on the Clear-Com network.

About

VoltBridge Mesh

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The Voltbridge battery management system, is built upon Core’s patented advanced wireless battery communication platform, Voltbridge offers a cutting-edge solution for monitoring and managing your V-mount, B-mount and G-mount battery packs with ease. Updated features include integration with Mach4 Micro chargers, added B-mount battery packs, Maverick Block batteries, and Renegade XL lithium-ion battery packs. Voltbridge provides a comprehensive battery management solution across all Core SWX products. Please note that Voltbridge is only compatible with units with BLE TX installed. If you experience connectivity issues or are unsure whether your device has BLE TX, please contact Core SWX for assistance. Designed for enterprise use, Voltbridge Mesh offers an enterprise-level cloud-based portal for even greater control and visibility over your battery fleet. If you do not have access to Voltbridge Mesh, please skip login. With Voltbridge, you can effortlessly monitor multiple chargers and connected batteries, quickly identifying packs with diminished service life or cell imbalance. Our proprietary cell balancing algorithm restores battery capacity, maximizing ROI and preventing potential battery-related concerns. Lithium-ion battery packs are the most commonly used batteries in the production industry, but they come with inherent risks. Voltbridge enables you to remotely initiate Core SWX's SafeFly mode, discharging packs to under 30 percent charge capacity to meet the current Lithium-Ion threshold for safe transport according to the FAA and IATA. Maintain a service log and easily view or email the results of pack testing and calibration. Voltbridge takes the guesswork out of battery management, providing a more efficient and effective way to maintain your battery packs.

Screenshots

Clear4 screens
VoltBridge Mesh4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: VoltBridge Mesh at 13.0 against Clear's 16.0. 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.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Clear versus VoltBridge Mesh: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClearVoltBridge Mesh
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.7 (18 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews42.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings18 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperClear-Com Research inc.Core SWX

In-app purchases

None

Clear

No in-app purchases

None

VoltBridge Mesh

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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