EyesPool Connect vs INKBIRD
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
EyesPool Connect
Remotely monitor and control your Hayward pool heat pump from your iOS device. Adjust temperature, select operating modes, check status, and set timers for your pool heater via WiFi, 4G, or Bluetooth.
- Remote pool heater control
- Monitor pool temperature
- Select operating modes
- Check heater status
- Set timing functions
- WiFi, 4G, Bluetooth connectivity
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"EyesPool Connect” mobile App is a Smart App for your Hayward pool heat pump, designed specifically for IOS devices. Thanks to the APP, control your pool heater remotely in WiFi, 4G or Bluetooth (if applicable) Main functions Monitor and check your pool temperature Select operating mode Check your pool heater operating status Set up timing functions And many more… Requirement: Hayward WiFi module or Bluetooth controller, local WiFi network. Network: Based on IEEE 802.11 b/g/n WiFi standard
INKBIRD
Transform your home into a smart environment with automated control of temperature and humidity. Remotely monitor food temperatures and receive custom alarms for perfect cooking. Create a connected home network for a more enjoyable and convenient lifestyle.
- Smart home automation
- Temperature and humidity control
- Remote appliance monitoring
- Customizable temperature alarms
- Family network setup
- Intuitive user interface
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INKBIRD helps you create a smart home, smart life. We make hard things simple by convenient and fast operation, clear and intuitive interface, considerate and practical functions. Here, you can smartly make home appliances intelligent and automated adjustment of temperature and humidity so as create an optimal environment for your family. Here, you can remotely monitor the food temperature and customize temperature alarms to always cook delicious meals for your family. Here, you can set up a family network of things of your own and experience a more wonderful, more enjoyable life.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: INKBIRD at fortnightly against EyesPool Connect's every 3 months. INKBIRD also leads on review sentiment (23% vs 0%) and device support (4 vs 2). 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.
EyesPool Connect ships an update every 3 months, INKBIRD fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | EyesPool Connect | INKBIRD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 3.7 (7K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 22.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 7K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 409 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hayward | Shenzhen Inkbird Technology Co. Ltd |
Customer experience
EyesPool Connect
INKBIRD
Bugs and requests
EyesPool Connect
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
INKBIRD
Reported bugs
5 issues- Custom menu names reset after exiting app
- Widgets not working as expected
- Frequent app crashes and disconnections
- Sensor temperature readings inconsistent
- Unable to remove/delete connected devices
Requested features
5 requests- Add dark mode option
- Improve temperature graph functionality
- Allow custom alarm sounds
- Implement low temperature alerts
- Add support for more devices
In-app purchases
EyesPool Connect
No in-app purchases
INKBIRD
No in-app purchases
