Comparison

Chint Connect vs My PVSTAR

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

Head to head
About

Chint Connect

This app allows users to connect and configure solar inverters via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. It enables real-time monitoring of power generation data, remote firmware upgrades, and troubleshooting for solar power station equipment.

Highlights
  • Connect inverters via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth
  • Configure inverter parameters
  • Upload power generation data
  • Monitor power generation status
  • Initialize new site systems
  • Remote firmware upgrades
Features
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The Chint Connect App Connect the inverter through wifi or Bluetooth, configure the inverter parameters through the App, upload the power generation data and power generation status information of the inverter to the server, and apply the Internet of Things to the ordinary solar power station equipment. The Chint Connect App is a versatile tool for configuring inverters and troubleshooting with LinKit hardware. With Chint Connect, users can complete the installation, configuration and troubleshooting of Flex Gateway and inverters. Field installations that used laptops, oscilloscopes or other ancillary tools have now been replaced by smartphones. Function: 1. Configure the Flex Gateway, Bluetooth Gateway, and Inverter and check if it has been successfully configured. 2. Initialize the new site system, the site owner can monitor all relevant electrical data in real time, control the device and remotely upgrade the inverter firmware. 3. Upgrade the firmware of Flex Gateway, Inverters and LinKit in the field.

About

My PVSTAR

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PVSTAR, a world-leading residential PV company under the CHINT Anneng, is proud to present our integrated solution for solar PV and energy storage. Our comprehensive offering includes solar modules, storage systems, solar inverters, and other components, establishing us as a global leader in smart PV and energy solutions. With our smart energy management app ("app”), you can now manage your solar PV and energy storage system seamlessly, anytime, and anywhere. Designed to provide a simple and intelligent system management experience, our app offers a range of features to enhance your energy experience. Key Features of our App: ·Guided System Setup: Easily configure and set up your solar PV and energy storage system with guided assistance, ensuring a smooth installation process. ·Real-time Energy Monitoring: Gain valuable insights into your energy flow with real-time visualization, allowing you to monitor energy consumption and production. ·Energy Management: Take full control of your solar power generation, storage, and consumption effortlessly. Our app enables you to track electricity power usage, monitor individual component performance, and visualize the financial and environmental benefits of your solar PV and energy storage system. ·Intelligent Maintenance: Efficiently manage multiple solar PV and energy storage systems with our multi-site management feature. Identify and resolve system faults or connectivity issues promptly, ensuring optimal system performance. * ·Mobile Operations and Maintenance: Receive real-time alerts and task assignments, enabling swift response to system issues. Access comprehensive information and troubleshooting guidance, with the ability to navigate to the site for timely maintenance. * ·Social Contribution: Showcase the positive impact and contributions of your solar PV system to society and the environment. Our app empowers you to maximize the potential of your solar PV and energy storage system, making energy management convenient and accessible. Whether you want to optimize energy consumption, monitor system performance, or contribute to a sustainable future, our app is your trusted companion. Download our app now and embark on your personal energy transition journey.

Screenshots

Chint Connect4 screens
My PVSTAR3 screens

Verdict

The call

Chint Connect and My PVSTAR are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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

Chint Connect ships an update every 3 weeks, My PVSTAR every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Chint Connect versus My PVSTAR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChint ConnectMy PVSTAR
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.6 (5 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews6.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size233 MB95 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShanghai Chint Power Systems Co., Ltd.Chint PVSTAR Energy Solution B.V.

In-app purchases

None

Chint Connect

No in-app purchases

None

My PVSTAR

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Chint Connect free?
Chint Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is My PVSTAR free?
My PVSTAR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Chint Connect or My PVSTAR have ads?
Neither Chint Connect nor My PVSTAR shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Chint Connect or My PVSTAR?
Chint Connect ships an update every 3 weeks, and My PVSTAR every 10 days. Most recently, Chint Connect was updated on November 3, 2026 and My PVSTAR on October 30, 2026.

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