JVA IPEC vs WaterIQ
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
JVA IPEC
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The IP Energizer Controller is a companion app to be used in conjunction with compatible IP Energizers, Fence Monitors and GPIO devices, so they can be monitored and controlled from anywhere in the world. • Remotely control your electric fence(s) from anywhere in the world • Remotely monitor fence voltage and current, battery voltage and status • Get notified of events on the fence, e.g. if the voltage drops or current rises, or farm automation inputs change • The app can also be used to configure IP Devices for internet connection
WaterIQ
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The WaterIQ app streamlines the way meter readings are captured to provide information on water usage. WaterIQ app lets water users: • View device details • Add a custom device name • View readings and usage • Report a faulty meter • Submit meter readings • Provide optional offline and manual meter readings • Save photos of meter readings • View water authorisations • View message notifications • Receive departmental messages about meter readings • View contact details Future releases will continue to enhance customers’ experience.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: JVA IPEC at 12.0 against WaterIQ's 17.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | JVA IPEC | WaterIQ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 51 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Pakton Group Pty Ltd | DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT, WATER AND VOLUNTEERS |
In-app purchases
JVA IPEC
No in-app purchases
WaterIQ
No in-app purchases
