# SOLARMAN Smart vs Blue

The clearest difference is rating: SOLARMAN Smart at 4.6 against Blue's 1.0. SOLARMAN Smart also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (5.8K vs 1). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Blue sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SOLARMAN Smart asks for nothing beyond the download.

SOLARMAN Smart holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SOLARMAN Smart has 5.8K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 45% of SOLARMAN Smart's written reviews are positive against 50% of Blue's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

SOLARMAN Smart ships an update every 2 weeks, Blue monthly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | SOLARMAN Smart | Blue |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (5.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solarman-smart/id1469487897/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blue-ac-console/id6787401534/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5.8K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 44.8% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 93 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 26.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [IGEN Tech Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/674556352) | [Marco Frigerio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1873934230) |

## What reviewers say

### SOLARMAN Smart

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solarman-smart/id1469487897)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Reliable app
- 💡 Helpful for monitoring solar system
- 🔒 Secure app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate data and metrics
- ⏱️ Slow updates and real-time issues
- 🔌 Lack of integration with smart home devices
- 🤔 Confusing UI and navigation

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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


### Blue

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blue-ac-console/id6787401534)

Monitor your Bluetti portable power station directly from your iPhone, CarPlay, Apple Watch, and Lock Screen. View real-time battery status, power input/output, and internal temperature without needing a cloud account. Offers a free trial with optional Pro upgrade for unlimited access.

**Highlights:** Real-time battery monitoring, AC/DC charging source detection, CarPlay integration for driving, Lock Screen & Dynamic Island Live Activity, Apple Watch app and complication, Home Screen widget, Demo Mode for simulated data

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Blue-AC180 | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SOLARMAN Smart free?

SOLARMAN Smart is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Blue free?

Blue is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SOLARMAN Smart or Blue?

SOLARMAN Smart is rated higher. SOLARMAN Smart averages 4.6 out of 5 from 5.8K ratings, while Blue averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do SOLARMAN Smart or Blue have ads?

Neither SOLARMAN Smart nor Blue shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SOLARMAN Smart or Blue?

SOLARMAN Smart ships an update every 2 weeks, and Blue monthly. Most recently, SOLARMAN Smart was updated on October 24, 2026 and Blue on October 24, 2026.

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