Comparison

Watlow EZ vs DriveWizard

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

Head to head
About

Watlow EZ

Easily configure, monitor, and adjust Watlow PM controllers using Bluetooth. Access all controller parameters with clear explanations and save/share configurations. Provides password protection and alarm indicators.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth wireless setup
  • Monitor and adjust controller parameters
  • Plain text parameter names with help topics
  • Save and import configuration files
  • Password protection
  • Alarm and error indicators
Features
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Use EZ-LINK™ to easily set up, monitor and adjust Watlow® PM PLUS and EZ-ZONE® PM controllers via Bluetooth® wireless technology. The app provides access to the controller’s parameters with fully spelled out names in plain text with help topics that explain each parameter and option. The app’s home page displays the same parameters as the controller’s custom home page. The “All Parameters” button allows you to set up the controller’s inputs, control settings, alarms, outputs and other features and functions. Use the app to save the PM’s settings in a configuration image file. Import the image file into a controller to copy the configuration from one controller to another or to restore the configuration of a controller to an earlier state. You can also share the saved files via email or other file sharing methods. The files are compatible with Watlow’s COMPOSER software which can be used to view the settings on a PC. EZ-LINK also provides password protection, alarm and error indicators, connection to Watlow for feedback and support and access to device information such as firmware version, part number and serial number. The app works with all PM PLUS and 1/16 DIN EZ-ZONE PM controllers and limits with Bluetooth® wireless technology. This option is approved for use in the U.S., Australia, Canada, Columbia, the European Union, Japan, and New Zealand with more locations coming soon.

About

DriveWizard

Access detailed product information, technical data, and troubleshooting guides by scanning QR codes on drives. Remotely edit parameters, operate, and monitor drive conditions in real-time via Bluetooth. Back up inverter parameters to the cloud for anytime, anywhere access.

Highlights
  • QR code scanning for product data
  • Real-time drive monitoring
  • Parameter editing via Bluetooth
  • Cloud backup of drive parameters
  • Access to technical data and catalogs
  • Troubleshooting assistance
Features
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● Scan the QR code on the drive‘s faceplate or nameplate and get easy access to full product information, technical data, catalogs, and troubleshooting. ● Edit parameters, operate the drive and monitor the drive condition in real-time by connecting the drive via Bluetooth.(See notes 1 ) ● Backup your inverter parameters in the YASKAWA Drive Cloud to have them ready when you need them, anywhere and anytime. Notes: 1: To establish a Bluetooth connection, the optional “Bluetooth LCD Keypad” is required. ● Supported drive: GA700、GA500、CR700、CH700、FSDrive-LIPV、FSDrive-LIPA_LIPC、GA800、GA501、HV600、HV600 Bypass、HV305、FP605、FP605 Bypass、FP60B、LA700、ES700、iQpump605 *The inverters that can be connected vary depending on the area where you are using. ”Bluetooth” is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG. Maximum communication distance of the Bluetooth connection is about 10 m. Communication distance may be shorter depending on the used smartphone and other conditions.

Screenshots

Watlow EZ4 screens
DriveWizard3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Watlow EZ at 4.0 against DriveWizard's 2.2. Watlow EZ also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). DriveWizard's advantage is update cadence (every 5 months vs every 18 months) and review sentiment (15% vs 0%). On price, ratings volume, 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

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Watlow EZ holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15 and 23 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 0% of Watlow EZ's written reviews are positive against 15% of DriveWizard's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Watlow EZ ships an update every 18 months, DriveWizard every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 7, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Watlow EZ versus DriveWizard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWatlow EZDriveWizard
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (15 ratings) — better2.2 (23 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews15.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1523 — better
Update frequencyEvery 18 monthsEvery 5 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB167 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWatlowYASKAWA ELECTRIC CORPORATION

Customer experience

Watlow EZ

All ratings15 ratings
Positive73.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative26.7%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

DriveWizard

All ratings23 ratings
Positive26.1%
Neutral4.3%
Negative69.6%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive15.4%
Neutral7.7%
Negative76.9%

In-app purchases

None

Watlow EZ

No in-app purchases

None

DriveWizard

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Watlow EZ free?
Watlow EZ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DriveWizard free?
DriveWizard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Watlow EZ or DriveWizard?
Watlow EZ is rated higher. Watlow EZ averages 4.0 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while DriveWizard averages 2.2 from 23 ratings.
Do Watlow EZ or DriveWizard have ads?
Neither Watlow EZ nor DriveWizard shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Watlow EZ or DriveWizard?
Watlow EZ ships an update every 18 months, and DriveWizard every 5 months. Most recently, Watlow EZ was updated on September 7, 2026 and DriveWizard on September 26, 2026.

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