SMART INTEC vs Kernel SunWard
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
SMART INTEC
Control your home appliances remotely from anywhere. Manage multiple devices simultaneously, set timers for automated functions, and easily share access with family members. This app offers a simple connection process for quick setup across various platforms.
- Remote appliance control
- Simultaneous device management
- Customizable timers
- Family device sharing
- Easy device connection
- Multiplatform support
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SMART INTEC functions: 1. Remote control function: Control home appliances anywhere 2. Simultaneous Control: Control multiple devices with one app 3. Timer: Set the timer to perform multiple functions 4. Device Sharing: One tap to share devices with family members 5. Easy Connection: Easily and quickly connect the app to your devices 6. Multiplatform App for control on more devices
Kernel SunWard
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Kernel SunWard is the companion app for photovoltaic plants equipped with motorized solar trackers, connected directly to your field PLC. MONITOR IN REAL TIME ā¢ Live status of plants, PLCs and individual trackers ā¢ PLC operating mode (AUTO, ZERO, AUX1/AUX2) ā¢ Wind speed and snow level readings ā¢ Automatic PLC offline detection REMOTE CONTROL ā¢ Switch PLC mode ā¢ Clear active alarms ā¢ System reset STAY INFORMED ā¢ Push notifications when a tracker or PLC goes into alarm ā¢ Manage email recipients for alarm notifications (Admin role) NETWORK OVERVIEW ā¢ Visual map from PLC to individual trackers, live status and tilt angle Requires an account provided by your plant installer.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Kernel SunWard at every 6 days against SMART INTEC's every 8 months. SMART INTEC's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
SMART INTEC ships an update every 8 months, Kernel SunWard every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SMART INTEC | Kernel SunWard |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 90.0% of reviews | ā |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 6 days ā better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | ā |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 ā better | 15.0 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 190 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | FAN Europe Lighting S.r.l. a socio unico | KERNEL Sistemi |
In-app purchases
SMART INTEC
No in-app purchases
Kernel SunWard
No in-app purchases
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