# PoolSync vs Loop

The clearest difference is update cadence: PoolSync at every 2 months against Loop's every 7 months. Loop's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

PoolSync ships an update every 2 months, Loop every 7 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | PoolSync | Loop |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[2.0 (68 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poolsync/id1498848116/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **68** | — |
| Positive reviews | 19.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Size | 39 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [AquaCal AutoPilot, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1498848115) | [Fisherlea Systems](https://appshunter.io/developer/527179203) |

## What reviewers say

### PoolSync

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poolsync/id1498848116)

Control your pool equipment remotely from your iOS device. Adjust settings like temperature and sanitization, create schedules, and receive important alerts. Stay connected to your pool's status whether you're at home or away.

**Highlights:** Remote equipment control, Adjust heat pump set point, Change sanitization level, Create schedules, Receive alerts, Monitor pool status

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Controls pool features remotely
- 👍 Can monitor chlorinator and heat pump
- 👍 App improved over time (recent positive)
- 👍 Easy to set up (recent positive)
- 👍 Controls pumps, heater, valves, spa, lights

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnection issues
- 🐛 "Unit does not appear online" error
- 🐛 Basic functionality, minimal details
- 🐛 Poor customer service/no response
- 🐛 Wi-Fi password issues (spaces not allowed)

**Reported bugs**

- Connection issues: "cloud connected" but "unit does not appear online"
- Wi-Fi connection fails even when close to router
- App gets stuck in setup mode, doesn't find heater/chiller (Error 1012)
- Cannot input spaces in Wi-Fi password
- Bug in verification screen preventing code input

**Requested features**

- Add temperature history graph
- Add notifications for heater issues
- Integrate relay contacts for heating priority
- Allow spaces in Wi-Fi passwords
- Add Alexa, Google, HomeKit, IFTTT integration


### Loop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loop-loc-a-b-measure-pro/id1618784600)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PoolSync free?

PoolSync is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Loop free?

Loop is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do PoolSync or Loop have ads?

Neither PoolSync nor Loop shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PoolSync or Loop?

PoolSync ships an update every 2 months, and Loop every 7 months. Most recently, PoolSync was updated on November 3, 2026 and Loop on November 3, 2026.

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