Comparison

Steinau BlueSecur vs iPool

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

Head to head
About

Steinau BlueSecur

Control compatible devices remotely by sending digital permissions (keys) to others. Manage access for family and friends, even when you're not home. Setup and operation are straightforward, with options for temporary or permanent key issuance.

Highlights
  • Send digital permissions (keys)
  • Manage keys remotely
  • Add devices via QR code
  • Temporary or permanent key issuance
  • Supports up to 250 users
  • Optional external antenna
Features
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Operate devices compatible with BlueSecur using the Steinau BlueSecur app. You can send permissions (keys) to family or friends, for example, via text message, e-mail or messenger. You don’t even have to be home to send a key, since keys are transmitted via a certified server in Germany. Manage your keys right in the app. The BlueSecur app must be installed on your mobile phone ahead of time. If a user hasn’t installed the app, they will be forwarded to the app store. Information on the BlueSecur app: - Add a device by scanning the QR code. - Setup and operation do not require an Internet connection. - Permissions (keys) are created on the administrator’s app, can be issued either temporarily or permanently and can also be deleted. - Sets of keys are subject to a fee. One-time keys are free of charge. - Max. 250 users - Optionally, you can use an external antenna should you have range issues. Using Bluetooth in the background of your mobile phone reduces its battery life.

About

iPool

Features
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Мобильное приложение, дающее возможность Вам, Вашей семье и обслуживающей организации контролировать состояние бассейна, управлять всеми технологическими процессами системы водоподготовки, а также аттракционами и освещением. Приложение обладает функцией кастомизации, адаптируясь именно под Ваш бассейн. Оно отражает работу только актуального оборудования, установленного в Вашем бассейне. Мобильное приложение позволяет Вам управлять неограниченным количеством бассейнов и подключать к приложению любое число пользователей, причем с возможностью делегирования прав доступа к определенному оборудованию бассейна.

Screenshots

Steinau BlueSecur4 screens
iPool4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iPool at none against Steinau BlueSecur's 2. iPool also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 5 months). On price, ads, device support 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. Steinau BlueSecur sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. iPool asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Steinau BlueSecur ships an update every 5 months, iPool every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Steinau BlueSecur versus iPool: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSteinau BlueSecuriPool
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size120 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHormann KG AntriebstechnikPuzzle Engineering

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Steinau BlueSecur

One-time2
  • Access key$8.99
  • 5 access keys$34.99
None

iPool

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Steinau BlueSecur free?
Steinau BlueSecur is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iPool free?
iPool is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Steinau BlueSecur or iPool have ads?
Neither Steinau BlueSecur nor iPool shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Steinau BlueSecur or iPool?
Steinau BlueSecur ships an update every 5 months, and iPool every 4 weeks. Most recently, Steinau BlueSecur was updated on September 8, 2026 and iPool on September 14, 2026.

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