Comparison

GSCLOUD vs SOLARMAN Smart

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

Head to head
About

GSCLOUD

Features
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Gscloud generator cloud app is an industrial Internet of things application. The generator set is connected with the server through the controller and DTU data communication module; The application can remotely monitor various parameters of the generator set through the server and control the start and stop of the generator set; Convenient for centralized management and remote control. major function 1. Remote data monitoring Remote viewing of mains voltage and frequency; Generator output voltage, frequency, load current, apparent power, active power, reactive power, current generated electric energy, cumulative generated electric energy, engine speed, oil pressure, cooling water temperature, fuel margin, battery voltage, current operation time, cumulative operation time, startup times, real-time voltage of base station backup battery pack and other parameters. 2. Unit remote control It can realize the remote start, shutdown and load conversion of the generator set. 3. Unit real-time positioning Through the GPS positioning module equipped with the unit, the equipment can be positioned in real time; 4. Black box function At the moment of generator unit failure, the system automatically records all parameters of current equipment operation; The fault data details of the unit can be viewed through app to provide basis for maintenance personnel to judge faults, analyze fault causes, and prepare in advance before on-site maintenance of the unit, so as to reduce the time cost of maintenance personnel. 5. Unit operation statistics The system can query the unit operation in the pointer time period, such as startup time, shutdown time, fuel consumption and other data, 6. Unit authority control The system has the authority management function. Through the management background, multiple management personnel accounts can be established, the operation authority of the unit can be allocated, and different operators can be designated to be responsible for the operation of different units, which is convenient for management and meets the individual needs of customers.

About

SOLARMAN Smart

This app provides intelligent energy management for global users with a focus on visual data display and comprehensive monitoring. It allows for quick plant setup, 24-hour remote monitoring of PV power plants, and efficient collaboration with business partners for operations and maintenance.

Highlights
  • Visual energy data display
  • 24-hour remote monitoring
  • Quick plant setup
  • Authorization for collaboration
  • Real-time and historical data
  • Energy consumption tracking
Features
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SOLARMAN Smart is a brand new generation of Intelligent Energy Management Application, which is specially designed for global users. With the basic features of full-on visual experience, excellent data display and all-round monitoring, it achieves the goal of convenient operation. 【Build a Plant within 1 min】 No need to fill in tedious information. SOLARMAN Big Data will help to enrich more contents. 【24-hour Remote Monitoring】 Go to SOLARMAN Smart APP to check running status of PV power plant at anytime and anywhere. Reveal all data (Production, Consumption, Battery, Grid, Real-time, Historical Data and etc,.) at a glance. 【Efficient Coordination】 Add authorization function. Users can authorize the plant you created to your business partner to do O&M cooperatively. Meanwhile, users can receive the plant from your business partner, which means users do not have to create a plant or configure the devices. 【More Functions】 Based on energy management field, SolarMAN-3.0 APP will keep the constantly innovation and bring better experience for every user. Dear Users, if you have any suggestions or comments, please feel free to send us a note and let us know how we are doing. Feedback Email:zhihao.huang@igen-tech.com

Screenshots

GSCLOUD4 screens
SOLARMAN Smart4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: SOLARMAN Smart at none against GSCLOUD's shown. SOLARMAN Smart also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). GSCLOUD's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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

GSCLOUD ships an update every 3 months, SOLARMAN Smart every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
GSCLOUD versus SOLARMAN Smart: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGSCLOUDSOLARMAN Smart
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.6 (5.8K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—44.8% of reviews
Number of ratings—5.8K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size39 MB93 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperCHONGQING MEBAY TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.IGEN Tech Co., Ltd.

Bugs and requests

GSCLOUD

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

SOLARMAN Smart

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Registration process issues
  • Frequent crashes and login problems
  • Inconsistent data display and sync issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add ability to control battery and inverter settings
  • Improve historical data and export functionality
  • Implement push notifications for grid failures and returns
  • Provide more detailed consumption and production data

In-app purchases

None

GSCLOUD

No in-app purchases

None

SOLARMAN Smart

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GSCLOUD free?
GSCLOUD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SOLARMAN Smart free?
SOLARMAN Smart is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do GSCLOUD or SOLARMAN Smart have ads?
GSCLOUD shows ads; SOLARMAN Smart does not.
Which is updated more often, GSCLOUD or SOLARMAN Smart?
GSCLOUD ships an update every 3 months, and SOLARMAN Smart every 2 weeks. Most recently, GSCLOUD was updated on October 10, 2026 and SOLARMAN Smart on October 13, 2026.

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