Thinka Companion vs MyPoolCop

Thinka Setup is the companion app for the Thinka smart-home bridge. It’s the fastest way to bring your Z-Wave and KNX devices into Apple HomeKit and keep them in sync as your home grows. WHAT THINKA SETUP DOES • Discovers every Thinka on your Wi-Fi automatically — no IP addresses, no manual configuration. • Pairs your Thinka into the HomeKit home of your choice, using Apple’s secure pairing flow. • Syncs the Thinka’s internal accessory list with HomeKit so all your Z-Wave and KNX devices appear natively in the Home app and Siri. • Adds new Z-Wave devices with SmartStart by scanning their QR code — no controller inclusion mode, no walking back and forth. • Manages multiple Thinkas from one place, whether you have one bridge in an apartment or a fleet across a building. BUILT FOR IOS 26 Thinka Setup has been rebuilt from the ground up in SwiftUI and Swift 6, with Apple’s modern concurrency model end-to-end. Discovery, pairing, and sync all run as first-class async streams — the UI stays responsive even while a large home is being synced for the first time. REMOTE SUPPORT, ON YOUR TERMS Need a hand from Thinka support? A single toggle opens a secure, authenticated tunnel so a Thinka engineer can inspect your bridge — and the same toggle closes it when you’re done. Nothing is ever left open in the background. VACATION MODE Heading away? Enable Vacation Mode from the app and Thinka will simulate presence for you. Turn it off from anywhere with one tap when you get home. PRIVACY Thinka Setup talks to your Thinka on your local network and to Apple HomeKit on your device. Your accessory data does not leave your home. See our privacy policy at https://thinka.eu/privacy. REQUIREMENTS • iOS 26 or later • A Thinka Z-Wave or KNX bridge on the same Wi-Fi network • An Apple ID with iCloud + HomeKit enabled

Whether you have an IoT PoolCop Controller* installed or not, MyPoolCop is your ultimate poolside companion, allowing you to keep an eye on your pool in real-time and from wherever you are, directly on your phone, tablet, or computer. This intuitive app helps you reduce energy, water, and chemical consumption in your pool, saving you time and money. It’s the ultimate eco-splash! Cool features include: Status* - View real-time conditions of filtration, pressure, water level and water treatment, as well as air and water temperatures. Alerts* – Receive immediate notifications of anything needing attention, such as filter cleaning, leak detection, low chemical levels, etc. Heating* – See the time required to heat the pool water to your preferred swimming temperature, adjust the water temperature for greater comfort, etc. Quick Commands* – Control all pool equipment directly from the app, including lights, fountains, cleaners, spa, etc. Share Access* – Allow your pool professional, family members or house guests to access your pool. Water Analysis – Upload your own water test results for self-help guidance and immaculate water quality. Pool Experience Timeline – Add photos and notes to your pool’s timeline, including equipment installed, pool upgrades or even pictures of your pool party! * Functions available with an IoT PoolCop Controller (PoolCop Evolution and PoolCop Genesis). Coming Soon: In-app self-help is on its way, perfect for those who prefer the DIY maintenance approach. Say goodbye to pool problems and hello to a pristine pool, all at the tip of your fingers and directly on your phone. No need to worry about missing out on any new features, MyPoolCop is connected 24/7 and automatically updates with the latest and greatest technology to keep your swimming experience enjoyable and stress-free. Free of charge, with no in-app purchases. Note: PoolCop is a sophisticated cloud-connected pool controller that uses machine learning technology to optimize the use of energy, chemicals, and water in real-time, for an eco-smart and crystal-clear swimming pool.