Comparison

Poolware vs FWAPP

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

Head to head
About

Poolware

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This is a companion app for Poolware.cloud service. ==== About Poolware Poolware is a cloud-based solution designed for pool professionals. Β  Poolware consists of a pool water analysis module to assist with pool water testing, plus a powerful service scheduling module developed to help store managers organise their service team. Connect your pool water testing photometer, send the results to Poolware, it will analyse the results and tell you which chemicals to recommend, the exact dosage, the order of addition and why. Its water analysis module cleverly takes into consideration multiple pool chemical interactions and its combined effect to provide more precise chemical dosage recommendations.Β  There is the option of the addition of customer observations such as cloudy water, green pool and bather comfort to help staff with troubleshooting. Pool service staff are also in control of which chemical recommendations are printed on the water test sheet and remove what they believe is not necessary.Β  A 360-degree view of customer’s services, water test activity, service history and installed pool equipment, allows the service team to deliver exceptional customer service. - Integration with and WaterLink pool water testing photometers - Customer database, that includes customer’s relevant details, complete pool profile that consists of all water test history. - Data is securely stored and easily accessible via multiple search parameters. ==== Note: Requires an active account on https://www.poolware.cloud

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FWAPP

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FREEWATTS is the official installer app by FREEWATTS PTY LTD, an Accredited Certificate Provider (ACP) under the NSW Energy Savings Scheme (ESS) and Peak Demand Reduction Scheme (PDRS). The app simplifies how installers collect, manage, and submit compliance evidence for energy efficiency upgrades across New South Wales. Installers can now complete the entire upgrade process directly from their mobile device β€” from job registration to photo uploads and customer declarations β€” ensuring fast, accurate, and compliant submissions. Key Features - Create and manage jobs – Register upgrades, assign installers, and track progress. - Photo and document uploads – Capture before/after photos, invoices, CCEWs, declarations, and other required evidence. - Offline access – Collect data and photos without internet; sync automatically once connected. - Instant validation – Receive alerts for missing or incomplete evidence before submission. - Secure storage – All data is encrypted and stored under FREEWATTS’ compliance systems. - Real-time tracking – Monitor the approval status of your submissions and certificate creation. Activities Supported Air Conditioner Upgrades (ESS Activity D16) Pool Pump Installations and Replacements (ESS Activity D5) LED Lighting Upgrades (ESS Activities E1, E3, E5, E13) Other approved energy efficiency activities Who Can Use FREEWATTS Licensed electricians and air conditioning installers Pool pump and lighting installers Partners and subcontractors registered with FREEWATTS To become an authorised installer, visit freewatts.com.au to join our network and access higher incentives for ESS and PDRS activities. About FREEWATTS FREEWATTS PTY LTD (ABN 96 629 709 673) Accredited Certificate Provider (ACP) under the NSW Energy Savings Scheme (ESS) Contractor Licence: 52856C Website: www.freewatts.com.au FREEWATTS helps Australian households and businesses reduce their energy use and carbon footprint by connecting qualified installers with government incentive programs.

Screenshots

Poolware4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Poolware at 3 against FWAPP's β€”. FWAPP's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

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

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Poolware versus FWAPP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPoolwareFWAPP
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsβ€”
AdsNoβ€”
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betterβ€”
Requires iOS15.612.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size26 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWatercoFREEWATTS PTY LTD

In-app purchases

None

Poolware

No in-app purchases

None

FWAPP

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Poolware free?
Poolware is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FWAPP free?
FWAPP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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