# TechAnywhere

> TechAnywhere® application for SAMPro® Enterprise (Data-Basics Inc.)

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.databasics.techanywhere](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.databasics.techanywhere)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.databasics.techanywhere`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Data-Basics
- **Category:** BUSINESS
- **Downloads:** 32,978
- **Rating:** 3.47 / 5 (211 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.5.073.047
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-10
- **First published:** 2011-02-07
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 140 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.databasics.techanywhere)
- **Website:** [http://www.databasics.com/](http://www.databasics.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.databasics.com/field-service-software-for-contractors/field-service-mobile-solutions/techanywhereprivacypolicy/](https://www.databasics.com/field-service-software-for-contractors/field-service-mobile-solutions/techanywhereprivacypolicy/)

## Description

TechAnywhere® is a mobile workforce automation solution integrated with SAMPro® Enterprise by Data-Basics Inc. It empowers technicians with a unique interface on various wireless devices to electronically complete job tickets, access equipment and material history, generate purchase and work orders, capture signatures, and utilize GPS integration. The tool enhances accuracy, efficiency, and real-time data access while promoting completely paperless processes for maximum ROI.

Designed to improve field operations, TechAnywhere® supports document management and invoice printing to streamline workflows effectively. Note that this is a demo application; full functionality requires the purchase of SAMPro® Enterprise. For more information and demos, visit http://www.databasics.com or contact 800-837-7574.

## Rankings

- #356,625 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACTIVITY_RECOGNITION`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FLASHLIGHT`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_INTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.ACTIVITY_RECOGNITION`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

TechAnywhere is appreciated by technicians for its usefulness and ease of use once familiar, often recommended over competitors. However, users report frequent crashing, slow and problematic syncing, poor photo uploads requiring stable Wi-Fi, and a dated interface, especially lacking good iOS support. Customers desire improved error handling, undo functions, and integration with other apps to reduce repetitive logins.

### Pros

- Useful for technicians in the field
- Considered superior to some competitors like FS ELITE
- Developers receive positive feedback from some users
- Generally straightforward to use once accustomed
- Recommended by users

### Cons

- App crashes frequently causing frustration and time loss
- Slow syncing and issues with file synchronization
- Poor photo uploading especially over data connection and need better compression
- Outdated user interface, especially the office end, not optimized for iOS devices
- Limited ability to undo mistakes or edit entries after submission

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.databasics.techanywhere)