Comparison

ThermoWorks vs Anker Power

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

Head to head
About

ThermoWorks

Monitor cooking, BBQ, and ambient temperatures with compatible Bluetooth and Wi-Fi devices. Features enhanced graphing, alarms with push notifications, and cloud storage for session data. Ideal for professionals and enthusiasts needing precise temperature control.

Highlights
  • Real-time temperature monitoring
  • Customizable temperature alarms
  • Push notifications for alerts
  • Enhanced graphing capabilities
  • Cloud storage for session data
  • Checklist function for safety protocols
Features
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ThermoWorks App: The Ultimate Temperature Tracking Companion Experience how nothing Works like ThermoWorks with ThermoWorks app, a powerful tool for monitoring cooking, BBQ, and ambient temperatures using compatible Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connected devices. Main features an enhanced interface, simplified setup, improved graphing and checklist capabilities, and easy connection to the Cloud, ThermoWorks app makes temperature tracking a breeze. Stay Connected and In Control Set up temperature alarms with push notifications to stay informed. Whether you're a competitive BBQ enthusiast, a professional chef, a dedicated home cook, or a laboratory or warehouse worker, you'll know exactly when to make critical adjustments. All session data, including user notes and saved graphs, is stored in ThermoWorks Cloud for unlimited access and easy review whenever needed. The app also features a checklist function, ensuring that food businesses can meticulously follow safety protocols, making it an essential tool for maintaining high standards in any environment. Backed by Expertise You Can Trust ThermoWorks products are trusted by more competitive BBQ teams, celebrity chefs, and food professionals than any other brand. With decades of experience in temperature technology and support from our in-house accredited calibration laboratory, ThermoWorks is your go-to when precision matters. Compatible Instruments: RFX: Uses advanced radio frequency technology to connect RFX MEAT wireless meat probe and RFX GATEWAY, providing reliable, real-time temperature monitoring for ultimate control in any cooking environment. Signals: 4-channel BBQ alarm with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi for versatile, remote temperature monitoring. Works seamlessly with Billows control fan for perfect pit control. BlueDOT: 1-channel BBQ alarm utilizing Bluetooth, allowing you to set high/low alarms, track min/max temperatures, and save data. Smoke Gateway: Connects the Smoke 2-channel BBQ alarm to Wi-Fi, sending data directly to ThermoWorks Cloud for remote monitoring and alerts. ThermaQ Blue: Measures dual thermocouple probes for professional-grade accuracy, ideal for competitive pitmasters and serious cooks. ThermaQ WiFi: Dual-channel monitoring over Wi-Fi, perfect for commercial kitchens and serious home cooks. ThermaData WiFi: Logs critical temperature data, stores up to 18,000 readings, and sends alerts for complete peace of mind. NODE: Monitor temperatures, humidity, and more 24/7 from anywhere with alerts sent directly to your device. App Requirements: Compatible device including Signals, BlueDOT, ThermaQ Blue, ThermaQ WiFi, ThermaData WiFi, NODE, Smoke, Smoke Gateway, RFX GATEWAY, or RFX MEAT. Requires a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network for initial device setup and internet connection for data synchronization

About

Anker Power

Remotely manage and monitor your Anker power banks, outdoor energy storage, and solar devices. Control output, check status, and perform over-the-air updates for a smarter energy experience.

Highlights
  • Remote device control
  • Real-time status monitoring
  • Over-the-air updates
  • Adjust output power
  • Turn devices on/off
Features
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Use the Anker Power app to connect, control, view, and update your supported Anker power banks, outdoor energy storage devices, photovoltaics, and other devices for a smarter experience.. -Control your devices anytime and anywhere Easily adjust the output power of each device and control the device remotely. -View the status of a device at a glance Check the status of each device and turn the device on or off accordingly. -Easily and quickly update your devices Obtain over-the-air (OTA) firmware and software updates for Anker products. Supported devices: 767 PowerHouse MI60 Microinverter Powered Cooler 30 Powered Cooler 40 Powered Cooler 50 SOLIX F1200 MI80 Microinverter(BLE) Prime Power Bank SOLIX E1600 Solarbank SOLIX F2600 SOLIX F1500 SOLIX C1000 SOLIX C800 SOLIX C800 Plus SOLIX F3800 0W Output Switch SOLIX C800X Home Power Panel Double Power Hub Solarbank 2 E1600 Pro SOLIX P1 Meter Smart Meter SOLIX F2000 Solarbank 2 E1600 Plus SOLIX C300 SOLIX C300 DC SOLIX C300X Smart Plug 160W Prime Charger 250W Prime Charger 240W Charging Station SOLIX C300X DC SOLIX C200(X) SOLIX C200 DC SOLIX C200X DC Solarbank 2 E1600 AC SOLIX Everfrost 2 40L Electric Cooler SOLIX Everfrost 2 58L Electric Cooler SOLIX F3800 Plus SOLIX Everfrost 2 23 Solarbank 3 E2700 Pro SOLIX F3000 SOLIX V1 Smart EV Charger 26K Prime Power Bank 20K Prime Power Bank 150W Charging Base SOLIX Alternator Charger Anker SOLIX E10 Power Dock Smart Generator 5500 Use the Anker Power app to connect, control, view, and update your supported Anker power banks, outdoor energy storage devices, photovoltaics, and other devices for a smarter experience.. -Control your devices anytime and anywhere Easily adjust the output power of each device and control the device remotely. -View the status of a device at a glance Check the status of each device and turn the device on or off accordingly. -Easily and quickly update your devices Obtain over-the-air (OTA) firmware and software updates for Anker products. Supported devices: 767 PowerHouse MI60 Microinverter Powered Cooler 30 Powered Cooler 40 Powered Cooler 50 SOLIX F1200 MI80 Microinverter(BLE) Prime Power Bank SOLIX E1600 Solarbank SOLIX F2600 SOLIX F1500 SOLIX C1000 SOLIX C800 SOLIX C800 Plus SOLIX F3800 0W Output Switch SOLIX C800X Home Power Panel Double Power Hub Solarbank 2 E1600 Pro SOLIX P1 Meter Smart Meter SOLIX F2000 Solarbank 2 E1600 Plus SOLIX C300 SOLIX C300 DC SOLIX C300X Smart Plug 160W Prime Charger 250W Prime Charger 240W Charging Station SOLIX C300X DC SOLIX C200(X) SOLIX C200 DC SOLIX C200X DC Solarbank 2 E1600 AC SOLIX Everfrost 2 40L Electric Cooler SOLIX Everfrost 2 58L Electric Cooler SOLIX F3800 Plus SOLIX Everfrost 2 23 Solarbank 3 E2700 Pro SOLIX F3000 SOLIX V1 Smart EV Charger 26K Prime Power Bank 20K Prime Power Bank 150W Charging Base SOLIX Alternator Charger Anker SOLIX E10 Power Dock Smart Generator 5500 SOLIX S5000

Screenshots

ThermoWorks4 screens
Anker Power4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ThermoWorks at 4.8 against Anker Power's 4.5. ThermoWorks also leads on ratings volume (17K vs 1.5K) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ThermoWorks holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ThermoWorks has 17K ratings behind it against 1.5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 65% of ThermoWorks's written reviews are positive against 70% of Anker Power's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ThermoWorks ships an update monthly, Anker Power every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ThermoWorks versus Anker Power: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThermoWorksAnker Power
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (17K ratings) — better4.5 (1.5K ratings)
Positive reviews64.7% of reviews70.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings17K — better1.5K
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB701 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperThermoWorks, IncPower Mobile Life LLC

Customer experience

ThermoWorks

All ratings17,256 ratings
Positive97.7%
Neutral1.4%
Negative0.9%
Written reviews278 reviews
Positive64.7%
Neutral11.2%
Negative24.1%

Anker Power

All ratings1,473 ratings
Positive88.1%
Neutral3.5%
Negative8.5%
Written reviews533 reviews
Positive70.0%
Neutral8.3%
Negative21.8%

User reviews

ThermoWorks

From 17K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Accurate temperature monitoring
  • 🔒 Reliable WiFi connectivity
  • 👍 Intuitive app interface
  • 🚀 Convenient remote monitoring
  • 👍 Helpful customer support

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional app crashes
  • 🔋 Battery drain issues
  • 👎 Lacking advanced features
  • 🔒 Limited password support
  • 👎 Inconsistent notification alerts

Anker Power

From 1.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Powerful and reliable
  • 💡 Useful app features
  • 🔋 Good battery life

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns
  • 💡 Lacking advanced features
  • 🔋 Battery management limitations

Bugs and requests

ThermoWorks

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Setup process can be confusing
  • Bluetooth connectivity problems
  • Delayed cloud data updates
  • Probe temperature discrepancies

Requested features

5 requests
  • Apple Watch app support
  • Ability to zoom in on graphs
  • More customization options
  • Improved data syncing between devices
  • Predictive cooking time estimates

Anker Power

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent app crashes
  • Firmware update issues
  • Bluetooth disconnection problems

Requested features

4 requests
  • Battery health monitoring
  • Customizable charge limits
  • Time-of-use scheduling
  • Improved app performance

In-app purchases

None

ThermoWorks

No in-app purchases

None

Anker Power

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ThermoWorks free?
ThermoWorks is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Anker Power free?
Anker Power is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, ThermoWorks or Anker Power?
ThermoWorks is rated higher. ThermoWorks averages 4.8 out of 5 from 17K ratings, while Anker Power averages 4.5 from 1.5K ratings.
Do ThermoWorks or Anker Power have ads?
Neither ThermoWorks nor Anker Power shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ThermoWorks or Anker Power?
ThermoWorks ships an update monthly, and Anker Power every 2 weeks. Most recently, ThermoWorks was updated on October 30, 2026 and Anker Power on October 30, 2026.

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