# SolarEdge Mapper vs SolaROI

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SolarEdge Mapper at none against SolaROI's 3. SolarEdge Mapper also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (651 vs 2). On price, rating, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SolaROI sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. SolarEdge Mapper asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for SolarEdge Mapper against 4.5 for SolaROI. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SolarEdge Mapper has 651 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

SolarEdge Mapper ships an update every 5 weeks, SolaROI monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 4, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SolarEdge Mapper | SolaROI |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (651 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solaredge-mapper/id432768469/reviews) | **[4.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solaroi/id1082213287/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **651** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 29.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 50 MB | 75 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SolarEdge Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/384374350) | [Helioplexus Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1082213286) |

## What reviewers say

### SolarEdge Mapper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solaredge-mapper/id432768469)

Streamline new system registration for installers by mapping physical layouts directly within the cloud monitoring platform. Create, edit, and verify system layouts on-site, and easily scan and assign power optimizer serial numbers to their correct locations.

**Highlights:** Onsite system registration, System physical layout creation, Onsite layout editing, Onsite layout verification, Power optimizer serial number scanning, Offline functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ✅ Seamless integration with Designer and monitoring apps
- 📱 Functional for onsite work
- 🎯 QR code scanning works well
- ⚡ Improved functionality in recent updates

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Excessive bugs and glitches throughout app
- ⏱️ Extremely slow loading times for sites
- 😕 Unintuitive and complicated user interface
- 🔧 Difficult setup and configuration process
- 📸 Camera/barcode scanning unreliable

**Reported bugs**

- Error 1001 when loading sites
- Site creation fails with errors
- Camera stops working for barcode scanning
- Endless loading screens when creating sites
- Invalid state validation errors in dropdown menus

**Requested features**

- iPad/tablet version of the app
- Ability to delete old sites and declutter home screen
- Array number option in array builder
- Easier scanning and array building process
- Customer/owner read-only access to mapper functions


### SolaROI

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solaroi/id1082213287)

Analyze your home's solar potential, estimate savings, and find local installers. Compare quotes and learn about solar basics to make informed decisions about renewable energy for your property.

**Highlights:** Analyze electric usage and solar ROI, Find and rate local solar installers, Compare installer quotes by Cost per Watt, Educate on solar basics and news, Customize solar system scenarios, Supports commercial and industrial installs

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bill History Subscription | $5.99 | per month |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| SolaROI Premium | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SolarEdge Mapper free?

SolarEdge Mapper is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SolaROI free?

SolaROI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SolarEdge Mapper or SolaROI?

SolaROI is rated higher. SolarEdge Mapper averages 4.5 out of 5 from 651 ratings, while SolaROI averages 4.5 from 2 ratings.

### Do SolarEdge Mapper or SolaROI have ads?

SolaROI shows ads; SolarEdge Mapper does not.

### Which is updated more often, SolarEdge Mapper or SolaROI?

SolarEdge Mapper ships an update every 5 weeks, and SolaROI monthly. Most recently, SolarEdge Mapper was updated on September 4, 2026 and SolaROI on September 17, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*