Advantech ADAM vs ControlByWeb: Choose the Best Fit for Your Application
When it comes to choosing a capable IoT controller, you have options. ControlByWeb® offers a compelling alternative to Advantech®† ADAM that’s easier to use, fully featured, and manufactured, sold, and supported here in the U.S.
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Advantech | |
| UX/UI | Simple Drop-Down Menus | Confusing Ladder Logic |
| Software | On-Board, Browser Based | Requires Proprietary Software |
| Made in the USA | Yes | No |
| Open Platform | All Modules | Varies by Module |
| Cloud | Yes (Optional) |
Yes (Required for remote access) |
| Protocols |
– MQTT – Modbus – SNMP – REST API |
– MQTT – Modbus – SNMP – REST API – OPC-UA *Protocols differ between devices |
| Watchdog/ Rebooting |
Yes, reboot any IP device | Yes, self-rebooting only |
| Din Rail Mount | Yes | No |
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ControlByWeb controllers are the go-to for many IoT integrators thanks to their simplicity and reliability. Unlike many traditional edge controllers, ControlByWeb relays include a built-in web server, which allows users to access and control devices remotely through any standard web browser. This eliminates the need for additional proprietary software or complex configurations. The web-based interface is intuitive, enabling quick setup and real-time monitoring. This is particularly beneficial for users who need to manage multiple devices across different locations.
ADAM Utility vs The Task Builder
The Advantech ADAM series uses the ADAM/APAX Utility to program automation. This software utilizes Graphic Condition Logic (GCL) to allow users to create logic rules through a graphical interface. It’s built into hardware like the ADAM-6000 and ADAM-6200.1,2
The ControlByWeb Task Builder is part of the embedded UI of all our devices—there’s no software or built-in file management system, which enhances simplicity and security. It utilizes an ‘if-this-then-that’ style of conditioning to create logic.
Both the ADAM Utility and Task Builder allow users to define conditions and actions visually, but we find the Task Builder to be easier to navigate and more intuitive. Importantly, since the Task Builder is not software, it can be accessed from any standard web browser on any desktop. The ADAM Utility needs to be installed on a compatible Windows machine.3
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Take a self-guided tour of the built-in firmware included with our best selling X-410.
Use the Setup Page to set up I/O, change settings, and create logic with intuitive dropdown menus.
Use the Control Page to see and change the state of relays and inputs at a glance.
*Setup page login information: Username: admin Password: webrelay
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Why Choose ControlByWeb®
Simplicity
- ControlByWeb IoT controllers have a built-in UI that can be accessed from any standard web browser, no software required.
- Conditional and scheduled logic is created through the Task Builder in an ‘if-this’ flow. No programming is required to implement logical control.
- Child accounts can be created to grant the appropriate level of access to end users.
- Settings can be saved, exported, and applied to new ControlByWeb devices for easy scalability.
Quality
- ControlByWeb products are manufactured, sold, and supported in-house at our facility in northern Utah.
- Sales engineers and support staff are a quick call, email, or chat away during business hours. Skip the automated phone maze and connect with a real person.
- Every controller is built using highly vetted, quality components and is backed by a 5-year warranty. Many ControlByWeb devices have been in use for 10+ years.
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More Features, Less Complexity
ControlByWeb was founded by IoT engineers who saw a gap in the market for simple, cost-effective monitoring and/or control. That philosophy carries through all our controllers. Every relay includes the Task Builder, which simplifies logical control down to a few clicks thanks to an if-this flow and drop-down menus. They’re also perfectly capable as data gateways with compatibility for a range of sensors and other third-party hardware and software. Whether or not you need logic, ControlByWeb has the drop-in solution for your edge data application.
Where other companies offer a deceptive “suite” of software with compounding costs, we have a single optional subscription and no hidden costs. The ControlByWeb Cloud enhances remote device management and data logging for less than $1/device per month. (This contrasts Monnit’s “notification credits” that are required for every sensor alert.)
Simple & Powerful
Like the ADAM controllers, our devices support a wide range of analog and digital I/O options and features like peer-to-peer networking. Where our products stand out is in their ease of use and robust, local support. Our in-house sales engineers and support team are only a call or message away to determine an ideal solution for your project or troubleshoot an existing system.
Experience the difference with ControlByWeb and take your IoT projects to the next level.
Common ControlByWeb Applications
Video Camera Surveillance Systems
Agricultural Temperature & Humidity Control
Smart Irrigation Automation
Open Channel Flow Monitoring
Warehouse Temperature Monitoring System
Lift Station Control
References
- Advantech (2022, January 18). [Tech Video] Advantech ADAM Remote I/O Module. YouTube. Retrieved October 31, 2024, from https://youtu.be/64Mxnjwqtr0?si=84sWlDYSbGMNdYZ-
- Advantech (2022, March 18). Save Time & Cost, Graphic Condition Logic(GCL)Setup for ADAM Ethernet Remote I/O Modules. YouTube. Retrieved October 31, 2024, from https://youtu.be/RzjJdzvejhw?si=F-Wr9JJzLitagYCd
- (2024, June 14). Utility for ADAM-4000, ADAM-5000/485 series. Advantech. Retrieved October 31, 2024, from https://www.advantech.com/en-us/support/details/utility?id=1-9HOC2
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