VoltBot vs SmartBMS Utility
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VoltBot
This app provides Wi-Fi access to a portable DC power supply for engineers and DIY enthusiasts. It supports both VoltBot 1 and VoltBot 2 models, offering a free and private way to control your device.
- Wi-Fi network access
- Control VoltBot 1 and VoltBot 2
- Designed for engineers and DIY users
- Free to use
- No personal data collection
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VoltBot is an innovative portable Charger & DC power supply, designed for Engineers and DIY users. This is an app that helps to access VoltBot via a Wi-Fi network. This app support VoltBot 1 and VoltBot 2. The app is totally free and won't collect personal data.
SmartBMS Utility
Optimize battery management and extend battery life with real-time monitoring and intelligent control. Receive important alerts and ensure data security with local storage. Compatible with JBD and Daly BMS.
- Real-time battery monitoring
- Intelligent control for charging/discharging
- Battery condition notifications
- Local data storage for security
- Easy integration with JBD/Daly BMS
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Welcome to SmartBMS Utility, an advanced solution that helps you optimize energy management while extending the lifespan of your batteries. Our app lets you easily monitor and control your battery management system (BMS) right from your smartphone. With real-time monitoring, you can always keep an eye on your battery’s current state of charge, power consumption, and other important data. This allows you to make informed decisions about energy consumption and minimize potential energy waste. Our smart control system lets you customize settings to suit your individual needs. This enables you to optimally plan charging and discharging cycles and improve energy efficiency. The Smart BMS app keeps you informed about your battery’s status through notifications. Receive important alerts so you can respond to changes in a timely manner, ensuring the safety and longevity of your battery system. Your data is important to us. That’s why all information is stored only locally on your device to ensure security. You can rest assured that your data is protected. Our app is easy to integrate and compatible with the JBD, Daly, and JK BMS. Setup is straightforward, so you can start using SmartBMS Utility quickly and easily. Whether you’re an eco-conscious homeowner, a solar energy enthusiast, or looking to upgrade your camper, the Smart BMS app gives you the tools you need to unlock the full potential of your battery management system and promote sustainable energy use. Discover the possibilities of efficient and eco-friendly energy management with SmartBMS Utility. Download it now and start managing your energy more intelligently today! If you have any questions or need more information, we’re happy to help. Thank you for your interest in our app and your support!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: VoltBot at Free against SmartBMS Utility's $9.99. VoltBot also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3). SmartBMS Utility's advantage is ratings volume (12 vs 1) and chart position (#122 vs unranked). On update cadence, 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
VoltBot is free to download; SmartBMS Utility costs $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
VoltBot holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SmartBMS Utility has 12 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
VoltBot ships an update every 6 weeks, SmartBMS Utility every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VoltBot | SmartBMS Utility |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $9.99 |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | 4.3 (12 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 70.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 12 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | — | #122 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | zechong xiong | Kuehner & Gehrke Development UG (haftungsbeschraenkt) |
Customer experience
VoltBot
SmartBMS Utility
In-app purchases
VoltBot
No in-app purchases
SmartBMS Utility
No in-app purchases
