PoolControl vs DuraCloud
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PoolControl
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App created for monitoring pH and Rx pumps installed in your swimming pool. Simple and user-friendly app that allows you to view the values of measurements, dosing and alarms in real time. Historical measurement charts up to 30 days.
DuraCloud
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DuraCloud, the most complete digital application to manage your swimming pool. You only need one App for configuration, monitoring and control of the technical swimming pool installation. Enjoying your pool could not be easier. DuraLink™ connected product range Connect the LINK Master to the internet and it will automatically connect to the DuraCloud App for easy configuration and operation of the different devices. Dashboard The dashboard can be used to control various devices. E.g. lights on/off, pool water temperature or open/close the cover. Settings Very easy to set up the swimming pool system and intelligently control the various devices. All devices will work hand in hand together to guarantee optimal operation. Easy Managing Possibility of managing different pools, onsite or remotely. Ideal for pool builders to follow up their different installations. DURAVISION LED pool lights • Full control of all colour modes • Dimming RGB & TW lights DURAHEAT Heat pumps • Set water temperature • Instant feedback and monitoring of pump operation DURAFLOW Filter pump • Several pre-set filter programs DURACOVER Pool cover • Easy calibration • Safety is priority with ‘DeadManSwitch’ controls
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: DuraCloud at every 3 months against PoolControl's every 25 months. PoolControl'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 · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
PoolControl ships an update every 25 months, DuraCloud every 3 months. Both last shipped on September 8, 2026.
| Parameter | PoolControl | DuraCloud |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 25 months | Every 3 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 22 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Microdos srl | Propulsion Systems |
In-app purchases
PoolControl
No in-app purchases
DuraCloud
No in-app purchases
