PoolControl vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against PoolControl's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

	PoolControl This App	My-Pool Peer	Pool Time ClearPool Expert™ Peer
Core Identity
Developer	Microdos srl	Magen ECO-ENERGY INDUSTRIES A.C.S LTD	BioLab
Category	Utilities	Utilities	Utilities
Platform	Android, iOS	Android, iOS	iOS, Android
Store Metrics
Rating	0.0 / 5	4.0 / 5	4.7 / 5
Ratings Count	0	2	5,376
Price	Free	Free	Free
Release Date	Jun 30, 2019	Dec 1, 2022	Dec 23, 2015
Last Updated	Jan 30, 2026	Mar 3, 2026	Aug 1, 2023
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment	-	positive	terrible
Score	-	75/100	15/100
Praises	-	Simple installation and pairing process allows users to start controlling pool systems immediately Reliable monitoring of pool balance and generation status provides peace of mind for owners	Step-by-step chemical balancing instructions provide clear guidance for maintaining pool water quality
Complaints	-	-	UI layout regressions prevent users from tapping submit buttons on modern high-resolution displays Forced account registration and data collection requirements frustrate users seeking simple utility
Requests	-	Scheduling features for automated unit power cycles would improve daily pool maintenance routines Data logging for acid pump dosing would help users track chemical usage patterns Local time zone configuration settings would replace the current UTC default for better usability	Guest access mode to allow usage without mandatory account creation or personal data entry
Strategic Intel
Strengths	Hardware-tethered utility model ensures high-intent user base Real-time dosing alerts provide immediate value for hardware owners	Hardware-integrated utility functions as a B2B distribution barrier for Magen Eco-Energy sales Remote monitoring reduces manual maintenance labor for hardware owners	Direct e-commerce integration with Home Depot drives measurable retail conversion Superior user base volume provides a reliable chemical analysis engine
Weaknesses	No salt-chlorine generation controls Zero rating count on both platforms No retail or chemical-purchasing integration	No scheduling features for unit power cycles Lack of acid pump dosing logs UTC-only time zone default	0.7★ Android-iOS rating gap on majority Android base UI regressions obscure submit buttons on modern displays Forced registration creates high friction for new users
Pricing	free	free	free
Momentum	Maintenance	Maintenance	Zombie
Update Cadence	2 versions, ~176d avg	2 versions, ~1d avg	2 versions, ~454d avg

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