# B vs Netro

The clearest difference is price: Netro at Free against B's $9.99. B's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 2.7) and review sentiment (66% vs 38%). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Netro is free to download; B costs $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

B holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: B has 8.6K ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of B's written reviews are positive against 38% of Netro's.

B ships an update every 6 weeks, Netro every 4 months. Both last shipped on November 11, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | B | Netro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (8.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/b-hyve-pro/id1199551273/reviews)** | [2.7 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netro/id1207556450/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **8.6K** | 18 |
| Positive reviews | **66.0% of reviews** | 37.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#46** | — |
| Size | 131 MB | 69 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hydro Rain Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1215415493) | [Netro Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1207241825) |

## What reviewers say

### B

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/b-hyve-pro/id1199551273)

**Currently charting:** #46 Top Paid · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Manage and operate irrigation controllers remotely via smartphone or tablet. Connect through WiFi or Bluetooth for setup and control, with smart watering options to save water and money. Supports multiple sites and integrates with Alexa.

**Highlights:** WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity, Smart watering with weather integration, EPA and SWAT certified for water efficiency, Flexible scheduling options, Multi-site management, Catch cup water savings feature, Alexa voice control integration

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Intuitive app
- 🚀 Convenient remote control
- 🚀 Seamless operation
- 🚀 Straightforward installation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Unreliable watering schedules
- 🐛 Buggy app updates
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance
- 🐛 Difficult to set up multiple zones

**Reported bugs**

- Manual watering feature not working as expected
- Rain delay functionality not reliable
- Watering history not displaying correctly
- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Difficulty connecting to WiFi and Bluetooth

**Requested features**

- Ability to control multiple devices/zones simultaneously
- More advanced scheduling and programming options
- Improved connectivity and offline functionality
- Better integration with smart home platforms
- Enhanced reporting and analytics features


### Netro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netro/id1207556450)

This app manages your home irrigation system remotely. It creates intelligent watering schedules based on local weather to conserve water and maintain a healthy garden. Monitor your garden's status and adjust settings from anywhere.

**Highlights:** Dynamic weather-based watering schedules, Remote sprinkler monitoring and control, Garden health status indicators, Adjustable watering preferences, Schedule manager

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy setup and installation
- 👍 Good overall functionality
- 👍 Flexible programming options
- 👍 Supports remote access
- 👍 Good for dry climates

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🐛 Unreliable weather data
- 🐛 Login required every time
- 🐛 Limited historical data storage
- 🐛 Difficulty with manual control

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on opening
- App crashes when renaming zones
- App crashes when moving between screens
- App crashes when attempting to open
- App crashes when logging in

**Requested features**

- Allow 1.5 minute watering intervals
- Allow simultaneous watering of multiple zones
- Alter order of watering zones with drag and drop
- Add more weather providers (e.g., Apple's API)
- Improve user interface for iOS users


## Frequently asked questions

### Is B free?

B costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Netro free?

Netro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, B or Netro?

B is rated higher. B averages 4.7 out of 5 from 8.6K ratings, while Netro averages 2.7 from 18 ratings.

### Do B or Netro have ads?

Neither B nor Netro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, B or Netro?

B ships an update every 6 weeks, and Netro every 4 months. Most recently, B was updated on November 11, 2026 and Netro on November 11, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*