Comparison

SYNA vs Hygger

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

Head to head
About

SYNA

Control Maxspect WIFI series equipment wirelessly. Manage multiple devices, including Maxspect Jump Series Lights, through a cloud-based platform. Enjoy seamless integration and enhanced functionality for your aquarium setup.

Highlights
  • Wireless control for Maxspect WIFI series
  • Manage multiple devices
  • Supports Maxspect Jump Series Lights
  • Cloud Platform Technology integration
  • Remote equipment management
Features
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This App is based on Clouds Platform Technology, designed to control Maxspect WIFI series equipments. It can provide wireless control to one or multiple Maxspect WIFI series equipments,including Maxspect Jump Series Lights.

About

Hygger

Features
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hygger is a smart aquarium management app developed by Shenzhen Mago Trading Co., Ltd. It helps you connect, configure, and control hygger smart aquarium devices, including aquarium lights, water pumps, wave makers, heaters, automatic water refill systems, and more. With the hygger app, you can: • Add and manage hygger smart aquarium devices • Connect devices via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi • View device status and related information • Remotely control lighting, power, and operation modes • Receive status alerts, abnormal notifications, and service messages • Manage settings based on your aquarium environment Download hygger to manage your smart aquarium devices more easily and keep your tank running smoothly.

Screenshots

SYNA4 screens
Hygger4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: SYNA at 12.0 against Hygger's 14.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

SYNA ships an update every 10 days, Hygger every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
SYNA versus Hygger: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSYNAHygger
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (371 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews3.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings371 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size179 MB186 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperMaxspect深圳市迈戈贸易有限公司

Bugs and requests

SYNA

Reported bugs

15 issues
  • App fails to connect to devices on first attempt
  • WiFi connection drops and requires hard reset
  • App crashes when adjusting settings or flow percentages
  • Form validation errors preventing access
  • Devices disappear from account after updates
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  • Scheduled settings reset or fail to save
  • App closes when selecting device
  • Buffer wheel spinning indefinitely
  • SDK initialization errors after updates
  • Device mode switches unexpectedly to default
  • Time on device goes out of sync daily
  • AP mode no longer works after iOS updates
  • Blank screens and unresponsive UI
  • Login credentials not remembered
  • Connection timeout errors during login

Requested features

12 requests
  • AM/PM time format for scheduling
  • Granular daily scheduling with time-based profiles
  • Group control for multiple devices
  • Preset profiles and modes matching device capabilities
  • Temperature control for heaters
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  • Advanced flow modes available on device
  • 5G WiFi support
  • Automatic app updates
  • Better error messages and troubleshooting guidance
  • Offline mode with local control
  • Integration with Apex controller systems
  • Step-by-step setup instructions in app

Hygger

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

SYNA

No in-app purchases

None

Hygger

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SYNA free?
SYNA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Hygger free?
Hygger is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SYNA or Hygger have ads?
Neither SYNA nor Hygger shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SYNA or Hygger?
SYNA ships an update every 10 days, and Hygger every 3 weeks. Most recently, SYNA was updated on November 3, 2026 and Hygger on October 29, 2026.

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