ATF Check vs Steinbach Control
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ATF Check
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It allows performing a large number of operations supporting Flushing and ATF oil top up procedures, which are key to ensure proper maintenance of the system: 1. ATF OIL DETERIORATION STATUS CHECK by taking a picture of the new and used oil sight glasses (on ATF station or test tube), ATF Doctor performs an ATF Efficiency Analysis, in order to evaluate the deterioration status of ATF oil and determine whether oil change is needed (requires BT DRIVE by Brain Bee) 2. REPORT MANAGEMENT The Efficiency Analysis can be filed, stored or sent - before and after the maintenance operation on the AT system - for evaluation purposes (requires BT DRIVE by Brain Bee - info.btdrive@brainbee.com) 3. REMOTE SCREEN it allows connecting to Brain Bee ATF station (all lines) and remotely monitor, right from your smartphone, the indications that will be displayed by the station during the different phases (requires BT DRIVE by Brain Bee - info.btdrive@brainbee.com) 4. ASSISTANCE it activates the remote technical service on Brain Bee ATF station (all lines) (requires BT DRIVE by Brain Bee - info.btdrive@brainbee.com)
Steinbach Control
Remotely manage your heat pump from your mobile device. Turn on heating in advance, schedule start times, and customize temperatures. Receive instant fault and status notifications.
- Remote internet connection
- Mobile phone control
- Remote heat pump activation
- Customizable start time scheduling
- Temperature customization
- Fault and status reminders
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New "Steinbach" app available: For controlling your heat pump, we recommend switching to the new "Steinbach" app effective immediately. Conveniently control your pool devices via smartphone, use timers and smart automations, and benefit from practical tips on water care. Download the new "Steinbach" app now and make pool control even easier. Heat Pump Smart Control APP. * Connect to the Internet remotely * To be controlled through the mobile phone app * Turn on the heat pump remotely in advance * Schedule the start time as you like and customize the temperature you want * Remote reminder of faults & abnormal status
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ATF Check at every 5 weeks against Steinbach Control's every 14 months. ATF Check also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 14.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
ATF Check ships an update every 5 weeks, Steinbach Control every 14 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ATF Check | Steinbach Control |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks — better | Every 14 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 44 MB | 185 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MAHLE Aftermarket Italy S.p.A. | Guangdong Chico Electronic Inc. |
In-app purchases
ATF Check
No in-app purchases
Steinbach Control
No in-app purchases
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