Comparison

Pentair Pool vs PoolGlow

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

Head to head
About

Pentair Pool

Manage your swimming pool system, monitor water chemistry, and receive instant status updates from a single dashboard. Control connected Pentair pool devices remotely for energy efficiency and peace of mind. Receive alerts for equipment or pool conditions to avoid costly service calls.

Highlights
  • Remote pool system control
  • Water chemistry monitoring
  • Instant status updates
  • 24/7 device monitoring
  • Equipment alerts
  • Energy-efficient solutions
Features
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Pentair Home is Now Pentair Pool! It's the same great app with a new name and logo. You'll continue to enjoy the functionality you know and love with a modern, refined look. Your app will continue functioning as it always has — seamlessly and reliably! Rule the Pool with Smart, Connected Pentair Products All in One Place The Pentair Pool app and its range of connected products makes managing your pool easier than ever. Control your swimming pool system, monitor water chemistry, and access instant status updates from one easy-to-use dashboard on your smart device. Enjoy energy-efficient solutions and peace of mind with remote monitoring anytime, anywhere. With the Pentair Pool app, you can: + Receive alerts sent directly to your phone and, if you choose, to your trusted pool professional. + Monitor your connected Pentair pool devices remotely, 24/7, to ensure peak performance. + Easily see when equipment or pool conditions need attention to avoid unnecessary and costly service calls. Compatible Pentair Pool & Spa Products: + IntelliCenter® Pool Control System + IntelliFlo3® Variable Speed & Flow Pump + IntelliVibe Pool & Spa Lights + IntelliSync® Pool Pump Control + ChemCheck® Water Quality Monitoring System + IntelliConnect® Pool Control System + Prowler® 930W Robotic Pool Cleaner + Color Sync™ Controller for Color LED Pool Lights Note: Product alerts, professional connectivity, and features are dependent on user settings and device capabilities. Internet connection, Wi-Fi, and/or Bluetooth® may be required. Some features may not be supported on all smart devices. Terms of Service and Privacy Notice apply.

About

PoolGlow

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Planning a pool remodel? See it before you spend a cent. PoolGlow shows your own swimming pool resurfaced in a brand-new interior finish and water colour — in seconds. Snap a photo, brush the water, pick a finish, and see a photorealistic result while the rest of your yard — deck, coping, tile, plants and house — stays exactly as it is. • 8 designer pool finishes — Sapphire, Caribbean, Lagoon, Midnight, Slate, Emerald, Crystal and Onyx black • Your real yard is preserved exactly — only the water changes. No warped decks, no "trees in the sky" • Photorealistic water with real reflections and sunlight • Try as many finishes as you like on one photo — variations are free • Works on any pool photo — in-ground, kidney, lap or plunge • Share the result with your family or your pool builder Perfect for homeowners planning a resurface or remodel, and for pool professionals showing clients their options. Your first two pools are free. After that, one credit resurfaces one pool — buy credits in one-time packs. No subscription, and credits never expire.

Screenshots

Pentair Pool4 screens
PoolGlow4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pentair Pool at none against PoolGlow's 4. Pentair Pool also leads on device support (4 vs 1). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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. PoolGlow sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Pentair Pool asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Pentair Pool versus PoolGlow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPentair PoolPoolGlow
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (25K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews30.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings25K — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size149 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPentair, Inc.Quyen Ngo

Bugs and requests

Pentair Pool

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes and freezes
  • Inaccurate sensor readings
  • Scheduling and automation issues
  • Inability to delete or modify existing configurations

Requested features

4 requests
  • More scheduling and automation options
  • Improved integration with other smart home devices
  • Better data visualization and reporting
  • Ability to create user profiles and access controls

PoolGlow

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Pentair Pool

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

PoolGlow

One-time4
  • Starter Pack$9.99
  • Popular Pack$24.99
  • Pro Pack$49.99
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  • Builder Pack$99.99

Questions

Is Pentair Pool free?
Pentair Pool is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PoolGlow free?
PoolGlow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pentair Pool or PoolGlow have ads?
Neither Pentair Pool nor PoolGlow shows ads.

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