Comparison

GHL Connect vs REEFB

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

Head to head
About

GHL Connect

Easily monitor and configure aquarium devices like ProfiLux computers, Mitras LX 7 lights, and dosing pumps from your smartphone or tablet. Access your devices locally without internet or remotely via the myGHL cloud service.

Highlights
  • Monitor device status
  • Configure settings
  • Remote internet access
  • Local direct connection
  • Start special actions
  • Cloud storage for settings
  • Sensor chart history
Features
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GHL Connect allows you to monitor and configure your ProfiLux computers, Mitras LX 7, Doser 2 or MaxiDoser with your smartphone or tablet in a very easy and comfortable manner. Connect directly with your GHL-device; it does not need external resources or an internet connection if used locally. You also have the opportunity to connect easily with myGHL in GHL Connect to access your GHL device via the Internet. GHL connect helps you to check current states, alarms and activities and allows you to edit most settings and to start special actions like manual dosing, water change, thunderstorms and much more. When you connect GHL Connect to a myGHL account, you also have the possibility to share your settings and the customizable dashboard across all GHL Connect platforms with CloudStorage and the possibility to view sensor charts over a long period of time.

About

REEFB

This app offers intelligent control for REEF B Series devices, simplifying aquarium management. It allows for effortless monitoring and maintenance of aquaculture equipment and schedules via Bluetooth connectivity.

Highlights
  • Dosing modes: 24-hour average, custom, single-dose
  • Precise dosing calibration
  • Flexible schedule adjustment
  • Multi-device management via Bluetooth
  • Accurate spectrum scheduling for LED lights
  • Master-sub synchronization for lights
  • Scene modes for LED lights
Features
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REEFB APP: The Smart Control Platform for REEF B Series Devices REEFB APP is an intelligent control platform specially designed for REEF B series devices. With BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) connectivity, it provides an intuitive interface for effortless management of aquaculture equipment and schedule settings. REEFB APP simplifies aquarium management, offering the best solution for aquarium enthusiasts and professional aquaculturists to easily monitor and maintain aquarium health! Features Doser -Three Dosing Modes: Supports 24-hour average mode, custom free mode, and single-dose mode to meet daily aquaculture and special needs. -Precise Calibration: Provides a simple calibration process to ensure dosing accuracy and device stability. -Flexible Schedule Adjustment: Quickly modify schedules to adapt to various aquaculture requirements with enhanced operational flexibility. -Easy Multi-Device Management: Features a minimalist design and fast Bluetooth pairing for adding and managing multiple koralDose devices effortlessly. LED Light -Accurate Spectrum Scheduling: Supports both quick and detailed spectrum adjustments to meet diverse aquaculture needs. -Master-Sub Synchronization: Synchronize multiple lights for simplified large-scale management. -Scene Modes: Switch between preset and custom scenes for more efficient operations. -Smart App Control: Manage schedules and settings easily through Bluetooth-connected REEFB APP.

Screenshots

GHL Connect4 screens
REEFB1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: GHL Connect at 4.0 against REEFB's 3.0. GHL Connect also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (17% vs 0%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GHL Connect holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of GHL Connect's written reviews are positive against 0% of REEFB's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GHL Connect ships an update every 3 weeks, REEFB every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
GHL Connect versus REEFB: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGHL ConnectREEFB
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (4 ratings) — better3.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews17.1% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGHL Advanced Technology GmbH & Co. KGCROWN P & E CO., LTD.

Customer experience

GHL Connect

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews105 reviews
Positive17.1%
Neutral8.6%
Negative74.3%

REEFB

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

GHL Connect

No in-app purchases

None

REEFB

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GHL Connect free?
GHL Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is REEFB free?
REEFB is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, GHL Connect or REEFB?
GHL Connect is rated higher. GHL Connect averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while REEFB averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.
Do GHL Connect or REEFB have ads?
Neither GHL Connect nor REEFB shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GHL Connect or REEFB?
GHL Connect ships an update every 3 weeks, and REEFB every 2 months. Most recently, GHL Connect was updated on October 16, 2026 and REEFB on October 11, 2026.

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