Comparison

LGES PV Master vs Shiner

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

Head to head
About

LGES PV Master

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The LGES PV Master APP is a configuration tool for the LG Energey Solution battery energy storage inverter products. It can locally configure storage inverter via Wi-Fi direct connection. The LGES PV Master APP helps the installer to complete the installation of an energy storage system.

About

Shiner

This monitoring application simplifies inverter setup and configuration for installers. End customers can easily track device performance and operational status in real-time through a user-friendly interface. It offers a comprehensive solution for managing energy systems.

Highlights
  • Quick inverter setup
  • Easy activation and debugging
  • Efficient configuration
  • Real-time device monitoring
  • Operational status updates
  • User-friendly interface
Features
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Shiner APP - One-Stop Monitoring Solution Shiner APP is the latest monitoring application developed by Growatt, currently supporting the North American MIN-XH-US series models and available in a trial phase. Whether you are an installer or an end customer, Shiner APP offers a convenient user experience. For Installers: · Quick Setup: Simplifies the installation and configuration process of inverters. · Easy Activation: Activate, upgrade, and debug inverters effortlessly through the app. · Efficient Configuration: Intuitive configuration process enhances installation efficiency. For End Customers: · Real-Time Monitoring: Directly monitor the operational status of your devices through the app. · Status Updates: Always stay updated with the latest operational information of your devices to ensure system stability. · User-Friendly Interface: Easily understand and manage the performance of your devices with an intuitive interface. Shiner APP provides a one-stop solution for installers and end customers, ensuring a seamless experience from installation to daily monitoring.

Screenshots

LGES PV Master3 screens
Shiner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: LGES PV Master at 12.0 against Shiner's 15.6. 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

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

LGES PV Master ships an update every 2 months, Shiner every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
LGES PV Master versus Shiner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLGES PV MasterShiner
PriceFreeFree
Rating—1.7 (21 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—18.2% of reviews
Number of ratings—21 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size129 MB89 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLG ENERGY SOLUTION, LTD.Shenzhen Growatt New Energy Technology Co.,Ltd

In-app purchases

None

LGES PV Master

No in-app purchases

None

Shiner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LGES PV Master free?
LGES PV Master is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Shiner free?
Shiner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do LGES PV Master or Shiner have ads?
Neither LGES PV Master nor Shiner shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LGES PV Master or Shiner?
LGES PV Master ships an update every 2 months, and Shiner every 5 weeks. Most recently, LGES PV Master was updated on October 25, 2026 and Shiner on October 24, 2026.

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