Comparison

BufferZone vs Pool Pro Sync

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

Head to head
About

BufferZone

Features
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The BufferZone app enhances the experience of swimming pool service organisations using the BufferZone software. Designed to improve the workflow of field service technicians, the BufferZone app offers the core features of the web app in an easy to use format, including: Viewing the list of jobs for the day Completing jobs Creating job cards Uploading and attaching images Water testing (including use of Spin Touch devices) To assist in the field, jobs can be completed and job cards sent even when out of range of a mobile network. Actions performed in the app when outside of mobile coverage will be synced the next time the app can access the internet, so there's no need to remember to do it later.

About

Pool Pro Sync

Features
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Take control of your pool’s chlorination - anytime, anywhere. Purpose-built for Neptune NDC and Pool Pro MineralX chlorinators, the Pool Pro Sync app lets you view real-time stats, adjust settings remotely, and access manuals, guides, and troubleshooting tools - all in one easy-to-use app. Features: • View live chlorinator status and performance data • Adjust and control all key chlorinator settings remotely • Supports both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connections to your chlorinator • Access user manuals, installation guides, startup instructions, FAQs and troubleshooting • Manage multiple devices and organise them into groups for easy identification across different locations

Screenshots

BufferZone4 screens
Pool Pro Sync4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: BufferZone at every 3 weeks against Pool Pro Sync's every 2 months. BufferZone also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 12.0). 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

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

BufferZone ships an update every 3 weeks, Pool Pro Sync every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
BufferZone versus Pool Pro Sync: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBufferZonePool Pro Sync
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB54 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperSTRIKEFORCE PROTECTION SYSTEMS PTY LTDDylash Pty Ltd

In-app purchases

None

BufferZone

No in-app purchases

None

Pool Pro Sync

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BufferZone free?
BufferZone is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pool Pro Sync free?
Pool Pro Sync is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do BufferZone or Pool Pro Sync have ads?
Neither BufferZone nor Pool Pro Sync shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BufferZone or Pool Pro Sync?
BufferZone ships an update every 3 weeks, and Pool Pro Sync every 2 months. Most recently, BufferZone was updated on October 1, 2026 and Pool Pro Sync on September 19, 2026.

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