Comparison

SmartEAR vs LEAKAPP

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

Head to head
About

SmartEAR

Features
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This app is used to install and operate with SmartEAR devices (IoT noise and data loggers for leak detection in drinking water pipes). Various function tests (like transmission test and realtime measurement) can be performed and data can be read from the device. Also the SmartEAR+ devices are supported. (SmartEAR+iP, SmartEAR+eC, SmartEAR+eH, SmartEAR+ePF)

About

LEAKAPP

Features
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LEAKAPP brings the power of professional leak detection directly to your iPhone or iPad. Designed for utility companies and field technicians, LEAKAPP is your all-in-one mobile interface for leak detection operations. SUPPORTED DEVICES - LEAKPEN - Ground listening device for acoustic detection - GASENA H2 - Gas injection leak detection technology COMPREHENSIVE LEAK MANAGEMENT Create detailed "Leak" records by consolidating data from multiple measurements and devices. Each leak entry includes: - Multiple measurement data points - Photos and visual documentation - Comments and annotations - General information (road type, network pressure, and more) - GPS coordinates for precise location tracking INFRAPORT INTEGRATION Seamlessly sync with INFRAPORT to streamline your workflow: - Download AUTOCO results from O4G devices as a starting point for investigations - Add new measurements to existing leak records in the field - Upload completed leak reports directly from the app - Export leak data as PDF reports for documentation and sharing

Screenshots

SmartEAR4 screens
LEAKAPP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: LEAKAPP at monthly against SmartEAR's every 3 months. SmartEAR's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SmartEAR ships an update every 3 months, LEAKAPP monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
SmartEAR versus LEAKAPP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartEARLEAKAPP
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsMonthly โ€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 โ€” better17.6
Further details โ€” not scored
Size92 MB70 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMegger Germany GmbHvonRoll hydro (suisse) ag

In-app purchases

None

SmartEAR

No in-app purchases

None

LEAKAPP

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SmartEAR free?
SmartEAR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LEAKAPP free?
LEAKAPP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SmartEAR or LEAKAPP have ads?
Neither SmartEAR nor LEAKAPP shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SmartEAR or LEAKAPP?
SmartEAR ships an update every 3 months, and LEAKAPP monthly. Most recently, SmartEAR was updated on October 17, 2026 and LEAKAPP on October 14, 2026.

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