Comparison

OTDR Data Transporter vs VIAVI Mobile Tech

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

Head to head
About

OTDR Data Transporter

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"OTDR Data Transporter" can transfer data files measured by the Yokogawa AQ7280 OTDR to a cloud storage service (such as Dropbox) using a wireless LAN SDHC memory Card. It will also enable the ability to easily mail the measurement trace, report, or image file (.SOR/.PDF/.BMP/.JPG) after the file is transferred to the iPad or iPhone. ○Notes This application is exclusively designed to work with the FlashAir™ LAN SDHC memory card sold by Toshiba Corporation and may not function properly if another type of LAN SDHC memory card is used. ○Main Function -FileViewer This application can display the OTDR files with the extension .SOR, .PDF, .BMP, .JPG After it is saved to applicable LAN SDHC Memory Card. -SendMail This feature allows selection of the file saved to the LAN SDHC Memory Card to be sent via email using a cellular service on the iPhone or iPad. This function is useful when you want to transfer the data and reports measured by the OTDR at remote locations in the field. -Upload to CloudStorage This feature authenticates the data within the application, and can upload files to the cloud via Dropbox.

About

VIAVI Mobile Tech

This app automates test instrument synchronization and data backup for technicians. It provides on-demand access to manuals, training, and support, while enhancing test results with geolocation. Reports can be easily downloaded and shared.

Highlights
  • Automated synchronization with StrataSync
  • Cloud backup of test results
  • On-demand access to manuals and training
  • Geolocation data for test results
  • File manager for report download and sharing
  • Remote viewing of test instrument interfaces
Features
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VIAVI Mobile Tech is a technician productivity app that automates synchronizations with StrataSync for VIAVI test instruments. Test results are automatically backed up in the cloud and new limit plans and configurations can be deployed to individual technicians from StrataSync. Up-to-date manuals, quick cards, training videos, and technical support can be accessed on demand within the app. Test results are further enhanced with geolocation data to help associate technician work with customer locations. A File Manager allows test reports to be dowloaded from the instrument and sent to other mobile apps including email. SmartAccess Anywhere codes can be shared via SMS and email. Test instrument interfaces can be viewed from your mobile device. Requires the separate purchase of Mobile Tech-enabled test instruments from VIAVI. Certain features require specific test instruments. Currently supported instruments include: - OneExpert CATV (ONX-620, ONX-630) - OneExpert DSL (ONX-580) - OneExpert Fiber (ONX-700) - OneExpert HFC (ONX-720, ONX-730) - ONX-220 - T-BERD/MTS-5800 - T-BERD/MTS-2000 - T-BERD/MTS-4000 - NSC-100, NSC-200 - Seeker-X - ONA-800 - ONA-1000 - RF Vision - Optimeter - SmartOTDR - SmartPocket v2 (OLP-3x) - SmartClass Fiber (OLP-8x, MPOLP) - FiberChek Probe - INX-700 Series Probe Microscope - INX-600 Series Probe Microscope - AVX-10k - MicroNIR OnSite-W - DCX 700

Screenshots

OTDR Data Transporter4 screens
VIAVI Mobile Tech4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: VIAVI Mobile Tech at every 3 months against OTDR Data Transporter's every 15 months. 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

OTDR Data Transporter ships an update every 15 months, VIAVI Mobile Tech every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
OTDR Data Transporter versus VIAVI Mobile Tech: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOTDR Data TransporterVIAVI Mobile Tech
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.2 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—6 — better
Update frequencyEvery 15 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.515.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB58 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYokogawa Test & Measurement CorporationVIAVI Solutions Inc.

In-app purchases

None

OTDR Data Transporter

No in-app purchases

None

VIAVI Mobile Tech

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is OTDR Data Transporter free?
OTDR Data Transporter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VIAVI Mobile Tech free?
VIAVI Mobile Tech is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do OTDR Data Transporter or VIAVI Mobile Tech have ads?
Neither OTDR Data Transporter nor VIAVI Mobile Tech shows ads.
Which is updated more often, OTDR Data Transporter or VIAVI Mobile Tech?
OTDR Data Transporter ships an update every 15 months, and VIAVI Mobile Tech every 3 months. Most recently, OTDR Data Transporter was updated on October 17, 2026 and VIAVI Mobile Tech on October 24, 2026.

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