Comparison

B vs MowLine

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

Head to head
About

B

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
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The B-hyve Pro App provides landscape irrigation professionals with an easy way to manage and operate B-hyve Pro controllers from anywhere with the convenience of a smart phone or tablet. With the intuitive layout and design of the app, it is fast and easy to connect to any B-hyve Pro controller through WiFi or, if WiFi is not available, directly through Bluetooth right at the timer location. Once connected to WiFi, B-hyve can be set up in smart mode to assist in delivering the right amount of water to plants, saving clients water and money. This is the companion App for award-winning B-hyve Pro irrigation controllers. Homeowners can download the non-Pro version of the B-hyve App at no charge. ***KEY FEATURES*** WIFI and BLUETOOTH – Because WiFi is not always available on a job site, the B-hyve app and controller allow you to set up and operate the controller using Bluetooth. Once a WiFi connection is established at a site, the owner of the WiFi router can provide a permission code that enables off-site management of the controller from anywhere in the world. EPA- AND SWAT-CERTIFIED – Having passed the rigorous EPA WaterSense and SWAT certifications, the B-hyve Pro Controller with Smart Watering is certified to use water more efficiently and is eligible for rebates in many cities or water districts across the country. FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING – You can set the controller to water in two basic ways: 1) on a fixed schedule, such as during a new landscape grow-in period; 2) with Smart Watering, and let local weather conditions determine the schedule. MULTI-SITE MANAGEMENT – You can manage and control an unlimited number of B-hyve controllers from the convenience of one application. Once the timer is connected to the Internet, secure access can be shared in a number of different combinations using an app-generated code. CATCH CUPS – With various water savings options integrated right into the app, there are multiple ways to achieve optimum water savings with the B-hyve Pro Timer. In addition to Smart Watering, it incorporates the award-winning catch-cup feature right into the app to deliver up to 25% more water savings over other smart controllers. ALEXA – Works with Alexa. For a list of Alexa commands visit bhyve.hydrorain.com.

About

MowLine

Features
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Ever wanted those crisp, ballpark-style stripes in your own lawn? MowLine lets you SEE the pattern on your grass before you start the mower. Load a photo of your lawn, drop a stripe, checkerboard, diamond, wave or spiral pattern on top, adjust the direction and width, and know exactly how it will look — then follow a simple step-by-step guide to mow it for real. PREVIEW STRIPES ON YOUR OWN LAWN - Open a photo of your grass and see mowing stripes rendered right on it - Try stripes, checkerboard, diamond, waves or a spiral - Rotate the direction, change the stripe width, and dial in the depth - Tune the contrast to match how bold you want the pattern A CLEAR GUIDE TO MOW IT FOR REAL - A big direction arrow shows where to start - Step-by-step instructions for each pattern - Tips for getting sharper, more visible stripes KEEP A HISTORY FOR EVERY YARD - Save designs to each yard (front lawn, backyard, and more) - MowLine remembers your last pattern and direction - It suggests a fresh direction next time — changing direction each mow makes stripes pop MADE FOR PEOPLE WHO LOVE THEIR LAWN - Weekend lawn enthusiasts chasing that pro look - Anyone with a push or ride-on mower — no special striping kit required - Homeowners who want to plan a pattern for a party or photo PRIVATE BY DESIGN - Photos and designs stay on your device - No account, no tracking, nothing uploaded MowLine is a one-time purchase. No subscription, no auto-renewal.

Screenshots

B4 screens
MowLine4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: MowLine at $1.99 against B's $9.99. MowLine also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 6 weeks). B's advantage is chart position (#177 vs unranked) and device support (3 vs 1). On ads and in-app purchases 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

B costs $9.99 and MowLine $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

B ships an update every 6 weeks, MowLine every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
B versus MowLine: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBMowLine
Price$9.99$1.99 — better
Rating4.7 (8.6K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings8.6K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#177 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size131 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHydro Rain Inc.Netflowers Inc.

Bugs and requests

B

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • 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

5 requests
  • 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

MowLine

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

B

No in-app purchases

None

MowLine

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is B free?
B costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is MowLine free?
MowLine costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do B or MowLine have ads?
Neither B nor MowLine shows ads.
Which is updated more often, B or MowLine?
B ships an update every 6 weeks, and MowLine every 2 days. Most recently, B was updated on November 6, 2026 and MowLine on October 31, 2026.

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