Comparison

VMH 14 vs Volvo Penta Connect

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

Head to head
About

VMH 14

Features
Read full description

THE VMH 14 INSTRUMENT The VMH 14 instrument is a new-generation 52 mm EasyLink satellite instrument. Every VMH Master can control up to 16 VMH 14 satellites, and the installation cannot be more easy with the veratron well-known daisy chain concept. One single device to support 8 different data types: - Voltmeter - Fuel Level - Trim - Coolant Temperature - Oil Pressure - Oil Temperature - Transmission Oil Pressure - Transmission Oil Temperature When combined with a VMH Master device – like the brand-new VMH 35 – the instrument will display the data in a bright and digital form thanks to its sun-readable color display with outstanding outdoor performances. The colored bar graph and the alarm display allow you to visually understand your data. CONFIGURATION IN ONE MOVE With the AirWave contactless configuration you can setup your VMH 14 with a simple smartphone tap! Launch the App, define your settings, and then simply hold your mobile device in proximity of the VMH 14 device to transfer the configuration. And the configuration can also be done powerless! Discover more on www.veratron.com

About

Volvo Penta Connect

Read full description

Volvo Penta Connect With Volvo Penta Connect, unit owners can create an account, register their engines, and access essential services and product information. Owners can build and manage fleets, share data with selected users, and streamline operations. KEY FEATURES (Industrial & Marine) • Register (owned) Volvo Penta products • Warranty status – Check coverage details • Campaigns – View outstanding campaigns • Service history – Access Online Service Protocols • Manuals & Handbooks – Always at your fingertips • Technical specifications – Detailed product data • Shop for parts – Find parts related to your unit • Administration – Organize assets, assign and manage roles INDUSTRIAL SPECIFIC FEATURES When your machine is connected via a Volvo Penta connectivity device, you unlock additional services. The following features require a Volvo Penta Telematics Gateway (TGW3): • Dashboard – Connected insights, fault codes, productivity data, and more • Remote Software Updates - Perform campaign updates directly from the app • Custom Notifications – Choose push notifications, SMS, and/or email for update alerts • History Ledger – Track all software updates with success/failure statistics If your machine is not connected, contact your Volvo Penta dealer to learn more and to get started. MARINE CONNECTIVITY Looking for marine connectivity? If you have Easy Connect hardware installed in your boat, download the Volvo Penta Easy Connect app or talk to your dealer to get started.

Screenshots

VMH 144 screens
Volvo Penta Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Volvo Penta Connect at every 2 months against VMH 14's every 6 months. VMH 14's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VMH 14 ships an update every 6 months, Volvo Penta Connect every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 7, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
VMH 14 versus Volvo Penta Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVMH 14Volvo Penta Connect
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS14.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVeratron AGAB Volvo Penta

In-app purchases

None

VMH 14

No in-app purchases

None

Volvo Penta Connect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VMH 14 free?
VMH 14 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Volvo Penta Connect free?
Volvo Penta Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do VMH 14 or Volvo Penta Connect have ads?
Neither VMH 14 nor Volvo Penta Connect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VMH 14 or Volvo Penta Connect?
VMH 14 ships an update every 6 months, and Volvo Penta Connect every 2 months. Most recently, VMH 14 was updated on November 7, 2026 and Volvo Penta Connect on November 7, 2026.

Other comparisons