Fronius Solar.start vs Microsol Connect
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Fronius Solar.start
This app simplifies the setup of Fronius inverters and related devices through a guided, step-by-step process. It allows for quick commissioning, firmware updates, and integration with the Fronius Solar.web monitoring platform directly from a mobile device.
- QR-code scanning for device setup
- Step-by-step commissioning guide
- Inverter firmware updates
- Network and product configuration
- Integration with Fronius Solar.web
- Quick access to web interface
- How-to videos
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The Fronius Solar.start app helps the installer to quickly and easily set up our Fronius devices, i.e. GEN24, Verto and Tauro inverters, Smart Meter IP, Reserva, Reserva Pro or Ohmpilot by a simple QR-code scan. The device can be commissioned directly from your phone or tablet by following the step-by-step guide. Set up your Fronius inverter in just a few minutes: - Inverter firmware update of GEN24, Verto and Tauro for initial commissionings - Quick and easy commissioning in just three steps 1) Network settings 2) Product configuration 3) Integration into the Fronius Solar.web monitoring platform - Quick access to the web interface for additional settings and functions - Quick action function "Scan to connect" for a faster connection to the device - Full warranty coverage when you register the inverter on Fronius Solar.web - Useful step by step installation and setup videos for Fronius products - Useful manuals for installation, operation and maintenance about Fronius products - Link to useful platforms such as Fronius Solar.web and Fronius Solar.SOS
Microsol Connect
Configure and diagnose your heating system locally via NFC or remotely via Wi-Fi. This app connects to a specific device for seamless management of your heating system's performance and settings.
- Local configuration via NFC
- Remote management via Wi-Fi
- Heating system diagnosis
- Seamless connectivity with Microsol BMP Wi-Fi device
- Enhanced remote control
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Microsol Connect is an application developed by Full Gauge Controls for the configuration and diagnosis of your heating system. Users can manage their heating system locally via NFC or remotely via Wi-Fi. The app leverages Wi-Fi technology to interact seamlessly with the new Microsol BMP Wi-Fi device, ensuring enhanced connectivity and remote management, while continuing to support NFC for local management.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Fronius Solar.start at every 2 months against Microsol Connect's every 11 months. Fronius Solar.start also leads on review sentiment (22% vs 0%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.
Fronius Solar.start ships an update every 2 months, Microsol Connect every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Fronius Solar.start | Microsol Connect |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 21.8% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 11 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 202 MB | 81 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Fronius International GmbH | Full Gauge Controls |
Customer experience
Fronius Solar.start
Microsol Connect
In-app purchases
Fronius Solar.start
No in-app purchases
Microsol Connect
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Fronius Solar.start free?
Is Microsol Connect free?
Do Fronius Solar.start or Microsol Connect have ads?
Which is updated more often, Fronius Solar.start or Microsol Connect?
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