MaintIQ is a responsive web app — there is no separate native app to download. Every screen works on every device, but some workflows feel dramatically better on a phone, and others demand a real keyboard. This guide gives you a clear rule of thumb.
Use your phone for
- Completing daily duties on the floor. The task list is touch-optimised, and the camera button uploads a verification photo in one tap.
- Logging readings. Numeric keypads pop up automatically; thresholds turn red if a value is out of range.
- Quick work orders. Reactive issues should be opened the moment you see them — not after you walk back to the office.
- Reading the next task. Add MaintIQ to your home screen (Safari → Share → Add to Home Screen; Chrome → ⋮ → Add to Home screen) and it behaves like a native app.
Use a tablet for
- Round sheets and walk-throughs. A 10-inch screen comfortably shows a checklist plus the SOP side-by-side.
- Shift handover. Two technicians can read the Notepad and history feed together without huddling over a phone.
- Photo-heavy work orders. Annotating images is easier with more screen real estate.
Use a desktop or laptop for
- Writing or editing SOPs. Markdown editing, copy-paste from
.docx, and the AI assistant all benefit from a real keyboard. - Configuring cadences in Admin. Cadence rules involve multi-select dropdowns and date pickers that are fiddly on a phone.
- Running Insights reports. Charts render at full resolution and CSV exports download to your Downloads folder.
- Managing roles and permissions. Admins assigning users to facilities will move faster with a mouse.
Offline behaviour
MaintIQ requires a network connection to sync. When a phone loses signal:
- The last-loaded dashboard stays visible.
- Completions are queued locally and sync automatically when signal returns.
- A small amber banner appears at the top of the screen while offline.
Avoid relying on offline mode for safety-critical readings — sync confirmation is your proof the value was recorded.
Browser support
| Browser | Supported |
|---|---|
| Chrome / Edge (current + 1 prior) | ✅ |
| Safari (current + 1 prior) | ✅ |
| Firefox (current) | ✅ |
| Internet Explorer | ❌ |