Comparison

OTDR Data Transporter vs EXFO Sync

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

EXFO Sync

Features
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EXFO Sync is a companion mobile application for the MAX-600/MAX-600G series. Test data is transferred via WiFi; the test sets send the results’ file to a smart device and for upload to the customer’s server. Key features • Upload results from the field in real time via wireless connectivity. • View a summary of the test results on your smart device. • Results are GPS-tagged and mapped within the application. • Results may be uploaded to an HTTPS or FTP server. • Password-protected menu for upload server information and other settings. • Log screen to verify the communications process. Note: MAX-600/MAX-600G testers require the FTPUPLD option to be installed and the WiFi adapter (GP-2223) to be fitted. System image 2.11 or later is required.

Screenshots

OTDR Data Transporter4 screens
EXFO Sync4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: EXFO Sync at every 4 months against OTDR Data Transporter's every 15 months. EXFO Sync also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.5). 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, EXFO Sync every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
OTDR Data Transporter versus EXFO Sync: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOTDR Data TransporterEXFO Sync
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 15 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.511.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYokogawa Test & Measurement CorporationEXFO Inc.

In-app purchases

None

OTDR Data Transporter

No in-app purchases

None

EXFO Sync

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is OTDR Data Transporter free?
OTDR Data Transporter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is EXFO Sync free?
EXFO Sync is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do OTDR Data Transporter or EXFO Sync have ads?
Neither OTDR Data Transporter nor EXFO Sync shows ads.
Which is updated more often, OTDR Data Transporter or EXFO Sync?
OTDR Data Transporter ships an update every 15 months, and EXFO Sync every 4 months. Most recently, OTDR Data Transporter was updated on October 1, 2026 and EXFO Sync on October 11, 2026.

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