Ark Smart Hub vs Beefmaster Grills
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Ark Smart Hub
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The ARK Smart Hub features apps which will make your next off-road 4X4 adventure safe, simple and informative.
Beefmaster Grills
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Smart Grilling, Simplified The Beefmaster Grills App puts total BBQ control in the palm of your hand. Designed to work seamlessly with Beefmaster’s Digital Display and accessories, it helps you grill with precision and confidence from preheat to plating. Real-Time Temperature Tracking Monitor ambient grill and food probe temperatures live from your phone. Set target temps, track progress bars, and get instant alerts when your food is ready to flip or serve. Preheat with Confidence Set a preheat target and let your BBQ reach the ideal searing temperature. No more guesswork you’ll know exactly when it’s time to start cooking. Guided Cooking & Preset Modes Choose from built-in presets for popular dishes like perfectly medium-rare steak or tender, juicy chicken. Want control? Set your own target temperature with 1 °C accuracy for complete customisation. Alerts & Timers Stay on top of your cook with real-time notifications. Customise timers for each probe or create an overall cook timer and never miss the moment your meal hits perfection. Gas Level Monitoring When paired with the optional Ziegler & Brown Ultrasonic Gas Gauge, see exactly how much gas remains in your cylinder. The app displays precise 10% increments, so you can avoid those mid-cook surprises. Simple Setup Connect via Bluetooth 5.1 no account setup, no passwords, no fuss. Pair your Digital Display or Gas Gauge and start cooking in seconds. Key Features • Real-time BBQ temperature monitoring • 1 × ambient & 2 × food probe tracking • Guided and custom cooking modes • Custom alerts & cook timers • Gas level display (with optional gauge) • Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity • Firmware updates delivered via app • Compatible with Beefmaster Deluxe, Classic & Premium models Compatibility Requires Beefmaster Digital Display or compatible accessories. • Category: Food & Drink • Languages: English (AU) • Age Rating: 4+ • Price: Free • Accessories sold separately
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Beefmaster Grills at monthly against Ark Smart Hub's every 9 months. Ark Smart Hub's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 13). 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.
Ark Smart Hub ships an update every 9 months, Beefmaster Grills monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Ark Smart Hub | Beefmaster Grills |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 13 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 54 MB | 25 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Ark Corporation Pty Ltd | G.L.G.Australia PTY Limited |
In-app purchases
Ark Smart Hub
No in-app purchases
Beefmaster Grills
No in-app purchases
Questions
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