Comparison

Besenzoni Control Device vs ZigBoat™

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Besenzoni Control Device

Control your Besenzoni hydraulic gangways remotely using your smartphone. This app transforms your device into a Bluetooth remote, allowing you to manage gangway movements. Requires a compatible Bluetooth receiver unit installed on your gangway's control panel.

Highlights
  • Smartphone as remote control
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Manage hydraulic gangway movement
  • Requires BUC adapter installation
  • iOS 9.0+ compatibility
Features
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Con questa App (compatibile con sistemi operativi Ios 9.0 o superiore) è possibile utilizzare il proprio smartphone come se fosse un telecomando con tecnologia Bluetooth per gestire la movimentazione delle passerelle idrauliche Besenzoni. Per il funzionamento è necessaria l'installazione di un ricevitore/adattatore Bluetooth (BUC - Besenzoni Unit Control) al pannello di controllo della passerella . With this App (compatible with IOS 9.0 or later) you can use your smartphone as a remote control to manage the movement of the Besenzoni hydraulic gangways through bluetooth technology. It is necessary to install a Bluetooth receiver / adapter (BUC - Besenzoni Unit Control) on the gangway control panel

About

ZigBoat™

Features
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ZigBoatTM is an innovative wireless system for monitoring and interacting with your boat either remotely or while on board ensuring safety and peace of mind. The ZigBoatTM consists of a core module (Gateway) and a series of standard and optional sensors that can be added to fit your specific needs. Thanks to ZigBee and Wi-Fi wireless technologies, which have direct communication with onboard sensors without the need for a cloud, ZigBoatTM sends real-time push notifications when critical events occur. Using the ZigBoatTM app, you can check boat information that is being monitored by the system. As an added bonus, Glomex offers free “Remote Control” and “Firmware upgrade” services. ZIGBOAT TM SENSORS THAT CAN BE USED WITH THE APP: Battery sensor Receive push notifications if your battery voltage is low Flood sensor Be instantly informed if the boat is taking on water. Moreover, the Flood Alarm has a built-in siren that will sound when water is detected Porthole/Door sensor You will receive alerts in case of opening and closing on doors and portholes on your boat Motion Sensor Detects movement and immediately communicates it to your mobile device Smoke Alarm Sensor You will be instantly notified of smoke detection Heat Alarm Sensor Detects both rapid heat rise and absolute heat levels, and alerts you if a critical event occurs Smart Plug – 230V Switch on or off electrical devices remotely Shore Power Sensor – 30A Allows you to instantly switch on and off the shore power (or other power sources) remotely.

Screenshots

Besenzoni Control Device4 screens
ZigBoat™4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Besenzoni Control Device at every 3 months against ZigBoat™'s every 32 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Besenzoni Control Device ships an update every 3 months, ZigBoat™ every 32 months. The most recent releases landed on July 4, 2026 and June 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
Besenzoni Control Device versus ZigBoat™: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBesenzoni Control DeviceZigBoat™
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 32 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.011.0
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperR.S.P. elettronica snc di Oldani Alessio & C.Glomex S.r.l.

In-app purchases

None

Besenzoni Control Device

No in-app purchases

None

ZigBoat™

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Besenzoni Control Device free?
Besenzoni Control Device is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ZigBoat™ free?
ZigBoat™ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Besenzoni Control Device or ZigBoat™ have ads?
Neither Besenzoni Control Device nor ZigBoat™ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Besenzoni Control Device or ZigBoat™?
Besenzoni Control Device ships an update every 3 months, and ZigBoat™ every 32 months. Most recently, Besenzoni Control Device was updated on July 4, 2026 and ZigBoat™ on June 5, 2026.

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