Comparison

Tri vs FAViA

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

Head to head
About

Tri

Control your aquarium lighting with customizable settings. Schedule sunrise and sunset effects, adjust colors, and access support resources. Requires a specific controller for advanced features.

Highlights
  • Instant controls
  • 24-hour timer
  • Customizable colors
  • Sunrise & sunset simulation
  • Biotope pre-sets (with controller)
  • Storm function (with controller)
Features
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New and improved Tri-Spec 2 App for aquarium lighting. Free App download. Original features include Instant controls, 24 hour timer, colour customisable options, sunrise & sunset features and also support pages that include setup, troubleshooting & customer care support.   Tri-Spec 1 or 2 LED users with this App will need the Tri-Spec 2 App Controller 2 to access the New Biotope Pre-Sets, Customisable Blue-Moon After Sunset, Storm function & Unique Code Connection.   This App also works with the original Tri-Spec 1 App Controller and both Tri-spec 1 & 2 LED lighting but to access the new features a new Tri-Spec 2 App controller will need to be used. Contact us for more information if you are a current Tri-Spec 1 App user.     Tri-Spec 2 App Controller 2’s are available from all good aquatic retailers.     Powered by Bluetooth technology.   For more information, troubleshooting & spares please go to www.interpet.co.uk or email contact customercare@interpet.co.uk.   Interpet has over 65 years of aquatic experience to ensure every element of the design of this product has been carefully considered to help you enjoy aquarium keeping.

About

FAViA

Control and monitor your aquarium equipment remotely. Track water parameters with insightful graphs and use AI-powered tools for livestock compatibility and parameter troubleshooting. Create the ideal environment for your aquatic life.

Highlights
  • Remote equipment control
  • Water parameter tracking
  • Data visualization and graphing
  • AI livestock compatibility checker
  • AI parameter helper
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FAViA is not just an app... it’s the foundation for an advanced monitoring and control ecosystem.  Seamlessly connect and control your aquarium equipment directly from your device. Adjust lighting, pumps, filtration, and more with precision, ensuring the perfect environment for your aquatic friends.* Effortlessly track and store water parameters over time. Our intuitive interface allows you to graph changes, providing insightful visuals for informed decision-making. Our OpenAI-powered livestock compatibility checker will ensure your tank mates get along. Stumped about your water parameters? We have an OpenAI-powered helper for that too. *Additional FAViA compatible products launching soon.

Screenshots

Tri1 screens
FAViA4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: FAViA at monthly against Tri's every 2 months. Tri's advantage is review sentiment (9% vs 0%) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.6). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tri ships an update every 2 months, FAViA monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Tri versus FAViA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTriFAViA
PriceFreeFree
Rating—2.3 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews9.1% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS7.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB47 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerinterpet.co.ukTropical Marine Centre Ltd

Customer experience

Tri

Written reviews22 reviews
Positive9.1%
Neutral18.2%
Negative72.7%

FAViA

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Tri

No in-app purchases

None

FAViA

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tri free?
Tri is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FAViA free?
FAViA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Tri or FAViA have ads?
Neither Tri nor FAViA shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Tri or FAViA?
Tri ships an update every 2 months, and FAViA monthly. Most recently, Tri was updated on November 3, 2026 and FAViA on November 4, 2026.

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