# BluVac vs ICM Controls

The clearest difference is rating: BluVac at 5.0 against ICM Controls's 1.0. BluVac also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). ICM Controls's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 11.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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

BluVac holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively.

BluVac ships an update every 2 months, ICM Controls every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BluVac | ICM Controls |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluvac/id1227222428/reviews)** | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icm-controls/id1440063390/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 36.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 25 MB | 64 MB |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [measureQuick](https://appshunter.io/developer/1227222427) | [ICM controls corp](https://appshunter.io/developer/879929077) |

## What reviewers say

### BluVac

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluvac/id1227222428)

Connect to compatible vacuum gauges via Bluetooth to perform detailed system evacuations. Features timed tests, decay tests, and data recording. Offers advanced reporting, multiple gauge connections, and geolocation for enhanced screenshots.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth gauge connection, Timed evacuation tests, Decay test functionality, Detailed results viewing, mQ Assist integration, Pro Report feature, Connect up to 6 gauges

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### ICM Controls

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icm-controls/id1440063390)

This app helps users find aftermarket replacement parts for OEM products and browse the company's catalog. It also locates nearby distributors, allows enrollment in a loyalty program for rewards, and provides access to technical support.

**Highlights:** Part number lookup, Aftermarket product catalog, Distributor locator, Customer loyalty program enrollment, Rewards tracking, Technical support access

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BluVac free?

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

### Is ICM Controls free?

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

### Which has better reviews, BluVac or ICM Controls?

BluVac is rated higher. BluVac averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while ICM Controls averages 1.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do BluVac or ICM Controls have ads?

ICM Controls shows ads; BluVac does not.

### Which is updated more often, BluVac or ICM Controls?

BluVac ships an update every 2 months, and ICM Controls every 5 weeks. Most recently, BluVac was updated on October 12, 2026 and ICM Controls on October 14, 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.*