Comparison

NextHub Remote vs FLEX IoT

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

Head to head
About

NextHub Remote

Manage all your NextDNS accounts from a single dashboard on your device. Monitor connection status, view analytics, filter logs, and even control NextDNS settings. Enjoy a private and feature-rich experience with optional tipping.

Highlights
  • Manage multiple NextDNS accounts
  • Check NextDNS connection status
  • View analytics and query logs
  • Live stream query logs
  • Control NextDNS settings
  • Home screen widgets
  • Private and secure
Features
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NextHub is a dashboard for all your NextDNS accounts right on your device. - Add and manage multiple configurations from multiple NextDNS accounts. - Check NextDNS connection status on your device. - View rich analytics. - Filter and search your query logs. - Live Stream your query logs. - Enable or Disable NextDNS from NextHub using Shortcuts. - Widgets: See quick statistics right on your home page. - Manage your configuration’s settings right from NextHub. - Add a note with allow or deny list entries for reference. - See historical ping to NextDNS servers logged right on your device. - Authenticate access to NextHub with a passphrase, Face ID, or Touch ID. - Light and Dark mode support. - Shortcuts to jump right into Configuration Management and Logs from the main view! - 100% Private. Your data does not leave your device. Nobody but you can see it. All features of the app are free to use, and will always be. Tipping is optional and can be done right on NextHub. Tipping does not unlock any additional features.

About

FLEX IoT

Features
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The Flex IoT Cloud Server (or simply FCS) enables smart energy management, boosting your efficiency and cost savings while supporting sustainability efforts to offset your carbon footprint. FCS safeguards your home and business operations with intelligent alarms, triggers, and trend analysis. It offers a unique Zero Net Energy (ZNE) approach, providing customers with clear insights into energy consumption and generation after installing efficient ON-GRID systems like photovoltaic and wind. Main Features: •Seamless Energy Management: •Wired (Modbus, RS-485, Ethernet) and wireless (Wi-Fi, RF433, Z-Wave, Tuya, LoRaWAN) concentrators. •Compact Smart Energy meters can be easily installed on DIN rails in distribution panels for non-invasive monitoring. •Versatile Control and Monitoring: •Control and monitor energy across Lighting Processors and Single and Three Phase Smart Meters. •Compare consumption between sectors, assets, or shifts for optimized energy usage. •Wide Applicability: •Ideal for residential, Airbnb, commercial, hotel, hospital, and industrial applications. •Suitable for various setups, including EV charging stations, elevator control, industrial robots, public lighting, and PV(Photovoltaic) systems. •Secure and Easy Integration: •Ensure secure data communication and seamless integration with automation systems like Control4, SCADA, and BMS/PMS. •Compact design allows easy installation and configuration through embedded Flex Web Server. •Customizable Dashboards and Reports: •Generate customizable dashboards and periodic reports for detailed energy monitoring. •Control energy consumption economically with monthly reports in local currency. •Standalone Automation: •Configure triggers and alarms for conditions like over/under voltage, maximum demand, low power factor, and more. •Receive real-time notifications via WhatsApp, Push or email for any critical alerts. * Example: If voltage exceeds 240Vac, automatically switch off the Power and notify the user. •Advanced Automation and Macros: •Create complex macros for lighting, circadian CCT cycles, air conditioning, audio/video systems, and motorized shades. •Customize multi-tariff settings for up to four different rates and seasonal hour settings (Peak/Off Peak). •Compliance and Standards: •Meets all relevant safety and quality standards (IEC, CE, EAC, MID). Experience the future of energy control with Flex IoT.

Screenshots

NextHub Remote4 screens
FLEX IoT4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FLEX IoT at none against NextHub Remote's 3. NextHub Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 10 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. NextHub Remote sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. FLEX IoT asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NextHub Remote ships an update every 6 weeks, FLEX IoT every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
NextHub Remote versus FLEX IoT: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNextHub RemoteFLEX IoT
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (115 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings115 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 10 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVishal VijayashekkarZ - Wave Tecnologia e Representacao de Aparelhos Eletronicos LTDA.

Bugs and requests

NextHub Remote

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Shortcuts to disable/enable NextDNS not showing
  • Live logs sometimes don't work
  • App icon remains white in iOS 18 Dark Mode
  • Losing search results from logs when closing app
  • Small glitches in new iOS

Requested features

6 requests
  • Parental controls feature
  • App icon compatible with iOS 18 Dark Mode
  • iMac support
  • Paid features for further development
  • Filter out unwanted domains (e.g., Apple/iCloud)
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  • Update for new iOS with glitch fixes

FLEX IoT

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

NextHub Remote

One-time3
  • Small Tip (Coffee)$1.99
  • Medium Tip (Lunch)$4.99
  • Large Tip (Device Upgrade)$9.99
None

FLEX IoT

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NextHub Remote free?
NextHub Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FLEX IoT free?
FLEX IoT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do NextHub Remote or FLEX IoT have ads?
Neither NextHub Remote nor FLEX IoT shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NextHub Remote or FLEX IoT?
NextHub Remote ships an update every 6 weeks, and FLEX IoT every 10 months. Most recently, NextHub Remote was updated on October 24, 2026 and FLEX IoT on October 27, 2026.

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