Comparison

MyToroTempus vs myCistern IoT

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

Head to head
About

MyToroTempus

Automate your irrigation system with wireless devices that connect via 4G, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth. Monitor and control water flow, pressure, humidity, and soil temperature through an intuitive app or web interface. Easily expand your system over time with modular components.

Highlights
  • Wireless device connectivity (4G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth)
  • Cloud-based system automation
  • Monitor water flow, pressure, humidity, and temperature
  • Modular system for future expansion
  • Intuitive app and web interface control
  • Waterproof, battery-powered devices
Features
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Meet the simplicity of irrigation system automation. System automation made easy. Wireless devices can connect to the cloud via 4G or Wi-Fi base stations(s), or directly to your mobile device via Bluetooth. Water proof devices are powered via 9V battery for easy and flexible installation. Base station has the option to be solar powered. System modularity allows for growth of devices over time. Take full control of your system ranging from pressure and water flow to humidity and soil temperature, all controlled via free and intuitive MyToroTempus App or web interface. Main system components are: - Tempus-AG-4G, 4G base station - Tempus-AG-WF, Wi-Fi base station - Tempus-AG-CT, controller device (1, 2 or 6 stations) - Tempus-AG-MV, main valve controller device - Tempus-AG-MS, multi-sensor device for humidity, temperature, flow and other sensors - Tempus-AG-PR, pressure transducer unit to measure system pressure For more information: toro.com/tempus-ag For support: 1-888-MyToroTempus (1-888-698-6768)

About

myCistern IoT

Features
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myCistern IoT is the official app for monitoring and managing your myCistern system. Designed for connected cistern, rainwater, irrigation, and IoT control solutions, the app gives you a clear overview of your devices, current fill levels, system status, and important device information — anytime, anywhere. With myCistern IoT, you can: • View current fill levels and tank status • Monitor volume, level height, and device condition • Manage connected devices from a central dashboard • Access detailed device information, ownership, and location data • Use a clean interface with light and dark mode support • Stay connected to your myCistern platform with a modern IoT experience This app is intended for users with compatible myCistern hardware, devices, or platform access. Existing legacy users may continue using the previous myCistern app during the transition period, while myCistern IoT serves as the new official app experience going forward.

Screenshots

MyToroTempus4 screens
myCistern IoT4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: myCistern IoT at every 3 weeks against MyToroTempus's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MyToroTempus ships an update every 2 months, myCistern IoT every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
MyToroTempus versus myCistern IoT: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMyToroTempusmyCistern IoT
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size100 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThe Toro CompanymyCistern Operations GmbH

In-app purchases

None

MyToroTempus

No in-app purchases

None

myCistern IoT

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MyToroTempus free?
MyToroTempus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is myCistern IoT free?
myCistern IoT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MyToroTempus or myCistern IoT have ads?
Neither MyToroTempus nor myCistern IoT shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MyToroTempus or myCistern IoT?
MyToroTempus ships an update every 2 months, and myCistern IoT every 3 weeks. Most recently, MyToroTempus was updated on October 22, 2026 and myCistern IoT on October 7, 2026.

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