Mainhive vs arkIQ
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Mainhive
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Get the official Mainhive app for iOS phones and tablets. With this application Utilities can easily be on track with what is going on with their smart devices not only in the office, but in the field as well. Mainhive mobile application is created to fully undertake all the features that standard web application has. View your dashboard (an overview of your owned smart meters) : - View daily consumption - Monitor device maintenance demands - Monitor error occurrences Analyze data of your devices : - View and analyze detailed consumption report - Compare consumptions per object/flat - View and analyze latest records received from your devices - View and analyze balancing report to prevent non-revenue water cases - View and analyze detailed meter faults report - Export data in XLS or CSV formats Manage Alerts and Alert rules : - Receive messages when Alert rule conditions are met - Create new Alert rules with custom conditions - View/edit Alert rules Billing files : - Automatic billing file generation - Download billing files - Overview of historical billing files Fleet Management : - Overview of your devices - Add new devices - Create new addresses, objects, etc.
arkIQ
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arkIQ puts smart water management at your fingertips. Designed for arkIQ customers, the app provides convenient access to your properties, units, connected devices, and water monitoring informationβall in one place. With the arkIQ app, you can monitor water activity, review device information, receive important alerts, and remotely control connected water valves directly from your mobile device. Key features include: Monitor your properties and units β Quickly access the locations and units associated with your account. View your dashboard β Get a clear overview of water activity and connected devices. Monitor water consumption β Review water usage information and identify unusual activity. Receive alerts β Stay informed about potential leaks, unusual water activity, moisture detection, device status, and other important events. Control connected valves β Remotely open or close supported water valves when needed. Monitor connected devices β View the status and latest available information from arkIQ devices installed throughout your property. Access detailed information β Navigate from property-level information down to individual units and devices for greater visibility. Stay connected wherever you are β Access important water monitoring information from your phone, whether you are on-site or away. arkIQ helps property owners, managers, maintenance teams, and other authorized users stay informed and respond quickly when water-related issues require attention. By combining smart monitoring, real-time information, alerts, and remote valve control, arkIQ gives you greater visibility and control over your property's water systems from one convenient app. An active arkIQ account and compatible arkIQ devices are required to access monitoring and device-control features.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Mainhive at 10.0 against arkIQ's 15.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Mainhive | arkIQ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | β | Daily |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 β better | 15.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Mainlink UAB | arkIQ LLC |
In-app purchases
Mainhive
No in-app purchases
arkIQ
No in-app purchases





