Comparison

Invent Idea vs The Mobile Pool Store

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

Head to head
About

Invent Idea

Explore if your invention idea is unique with a free patent search tool. Access millions of U.S. patents to find similar inventions using keywords. This app empowers everyday inventors with professional-grade tools.

Highlights
  • Free patent search tool
  • Keyword search for similar inventions
  • Access to Utility and Design patents
  • Privacy for invention ideas
  • Downloadable eBook on patent myths
  • Customer support
Features
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Have you ever seen an advertisement for a product or seen one selling in stores or online and said, “That product was my idea!”? Then this is the app for you! The Invent Idea App by For Sale By Inventor is geared specifically for everyday inventors to get started on their invention ideas. First time or seasoned inventors can start with our free patent search tool to determine if their invention idea has already been patented. This is an important first step as it can let you know if your idea is unique before spending time and money patenting and developing your invention. The Free Patent Search Tool accesses millions of issued United States Utility and Design Patents. New inventors can simply do a keyword search on the app to bring up the most similar inventions to theirs. The app scours the patent database and shows the user the most similar inventions. This app is geared for normal, everyday people with an invention idea to give them a no cost or obligation way to get started on their invention. Patenting and developing an invention can be costly and time consuming. Whether you are an electrician, plumber, carpenter, stay at home parent, doctor, or lawyer – this app was created for you! Becoming an inventor does not discriminate if you are male, female, young, or old. All you need is an idea, and this free patent search tool is the perfect way to start. Finally, the Invent Idea App by For Sale By Inventor gives everyday inventors tools that were once only available to industry insiders and professionals. Features: Patent Search Tool: Easy keyword search tool that delivers the most similar patents to the keyword terms entered Utility AND Design Patents: The Patent Search tool will provide results for both Utility Patents (How it Works) and Design Patents (What it Looks Like) Privacy: The information entered is not shared with any 3rd party so you can trust that your invention idea will be kept confidentially Education: Download the free eBook Patent Myths Exposed to learn more about protecting, developing, and selling your inventions Customer Support: The Invent Idea App is backed by For Sale By Inventor and their team is available to assist with any issues you may have with the app.

About

The Mobile Pool Store

Features
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The Mobile Pool Store is an on demand pool supply app built to make pool ownership easier, faster, and stress free. No more last minute trips to the pool store, waiting in long lines, or guessing what products you need. Whether you are opening your pool, maintaining crystal clear water, or solving a problem fast, The Mobile Pool Store delivers the products you need directly to your doorstep. Browse a wide selection of pool chemicals, equipment, maintenance supplies, and accessories all in one place. Shop by category for a simple experience, including chlorine, shock, salt, algaecides, water balancing chemicals, filters, pumps, test kits, cleaning tools, pool toys, and more. Need help choosing the right product? The app makes it easy with clear product descriptions, recommendations, and organized categories designed specifically for pool owners. Features Include: • Fast Local Delivery – Get pool chemicals and supplies delivered quickly to your home • Easy Shopping by Category. Quickly find what you need without confusion • Pool Essentials On Demand. Order chlorine, shock, salt, filters, test kits, and more • Convenient Reordering. Easily reorder products you buy most often • Simple, User Friendly Design. Built for busy homeowners who want a fast experience • Reliable Pool Care Solutions. Get the right products when your pool needs them most Whether you need emergency chemicals before a pool party, weekly maintenance supplies, or seasonal pool care products, The Mobile Pool Store makes pool ownership easier than ever. Pool Care On Demand. Delivered.

Screenshots

Invent Idea4 screens
The Mobile Pool Store4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: The Mobile Pool Store at every 4 days against Invent Idea's monthly. The Mobile Pool Store also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). 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

Invent Idea ships an update monthly, The Mobile Pool Store every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Invent Idea versus The Mobile Pool Store: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInvent IdeaThe Mobile Pool Store
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size84 MB64 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMontgomery Innovation Partners and Associates LLCRyan Boyd

In-app purchases

None

Invent Idea

No in-app purchases

None

The Mobile Pool Store

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Invent Idea free?
Invent Idea is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is The Mobile Pool Store free?
The Mobile Pool Store is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Invent Idea or The Mobile Pool Store have ads?
Neither Invent Idea nor The Mobile Pool Store shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Invent Idea or The Mobile Pool Store?
Invent Idea ships an update monthly, and The Mobile Pool Store every 4 days. Most recently, Invent Idea was updated on November 3, 2026 and The Mobile Pool Store on October 31, 2026.

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