Comparison

GHL Connect vs Wheel Builder

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

Wheel Builder

Features
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Wheel Builder is a native bicycle wheel spoke length calculator for builders who want quick, local access to hub, rim, and lacing measurements. Calculate left and right spoke lengths from ERD, flange diameter, center-to-flange distance, spoke count, left/right cross pattern, rim offset, and spoke hole diameter. Save common hubs and rims as presets, store complete wheel builds, and import or export JSON backups when you want to move data between devices. Features: - Left and right spoke length calculation - Hub and rim preset library - Saved wheel builds with notes - Rounding options for order lengths - Rim offset and spoke hole diameter adjustments - Local JSON import and export - Offline-first native app experience - No account, ads, analytics, or tracking Always verify manufacturer hub and rim specifications before ordering spokes.

Screenshots

GHL Connect4 screens
Wheel Builder4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: GHL Connect at Free against Wheel Builder's $2.99. GHL Connect also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On update cadence, 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

GHL Connect is free to download; Wheel Builder costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GHL Connect ships an update every 3 weeks, Wheel Builder every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 16, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
GHL Connect versus Wheel Builder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGHL ConnectWheel Builder
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews17.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGHL Advanced Technology GmbH & Co. KGBrian Vess

In-app purchases

None

GHL Connect

No in-app purchases

None

Wheel Builder

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GHL Connect free?
GHL Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Wheel Builder free?
Wheel Builder costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do GHL Connect or Wheel Builder have ads?
Neither GHL Connect nor Wheel Builder shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GHL Connect or Wheel Builder?
GHL Connect ships an update every 3 weeks, and Wheel Builder every 2 weeks. Most recently, GHL Connect was updated on October 16, 2026 and Wheel Builder on October 16, 2026.

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