Comparison

iAquaLink vs Hubspace

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

Head to head
About

iAquaLink

Control and monitor your swimming pool equipment remotely from your mobile device. Adjust settings like pump speed, temperature, and lighting, and automate cleaning schedules. Offers comprehensive management for various pool systems and accessories.

Highlights
  • Remote pool equipment monitoring and control
  • Schedule and operate pumps
  • Control pool and spa heating
  • Automate pool lighting
  • Manage saltwater chlorinators
  • On-demand robotic pool cleaner control
  • Temperature monitoring and adjustment
Features
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Pool Control in the Palm of your Hand With iAquaLink, you can monitor and control a full range of industry-leading swimming pool equipment anytime, anywhere. iAquaLink offers the ultimate in intelligent pool control from a mobile device - empowering pool owners and professionals to create the perfect pool experience on-site or on-the-go. SUPPORTED EQUIPMENT AquaLink TCX | Pool or Spa Automation Quick, Easy Smart Pool Upgrade:: • Schedule and operate Jandy or Pentair VS Pumps
 • Heat your Pool or Spa with Gas Heat, Heat Pump, and Solar Heat
 • Easily automate lights with wireless switch support
 • Smart communication with Saltwater Chlorinators
 • Feature Circuits for simple water feature setup
 • Use Bluetooth for full setup and operation when Internet is unavailable
 AquaLink RS, PDA, Z4 | Pool & Spa Automation Anytime, Anywhere Control: • Heat up your Spa, adjust sanitizer generation, even manage multiple pools
 • Control up to 32 pool/spa features including lights, waterfalls, and jets
 • Set the mood automatically with OneTouch Scene selection
 iQPUMP01 | Variable-Speed Pump Control Optimize Pump Operation: • Set custom pump speeds
 • Set custom schedules
 • Monitor power usage
 ALPHA, VRX, EPIC, Evo and 9 series | Robotic Pool Cleaner On demand Cleaning: • Wi-Fi connectivity – control from anywhere, at any time
 • Cleaning modes selection
 • Remote control mode*
 • Easy Lift removal system*
 *Features vary by model Z400iQ, Z550iQ | Connected Heat Pump Optimized Temperature Control: • Air and water temperature monitoring
 • Set custom temperatures for heating and cooling
 • Mode Selection
 eXO iQ / Hydroxinator iQ / Duo iQ | Salt Water Chlorinator
All-in-one water quality control: • Automatic maintenance of water balance (with optional pH Link or Dual Link modules)
 • Control of the filtration pump (single speed or Zodiac variable speed)
 • Control of heating system
 • Control of pool lights (white or Zodiac color Led)
 • Hydroxinator iQ model delivers magnesium-based water treatment for an unparalleled bathing experience

About

Hubspace

Easily set up and manage your smart home devices. Organize products by room, create schedules, and control settings remotely. Integrates with popular voice assistants for a seamless smart living experience.

Highlights
  • Device setup
  • Remote management
  • Room organization
  • Scheduling
  • Product settings control
  • Google/Alexa integration
Features
Currently charting
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Use the Hubspace app to set up your Hubspace smart home products and begin managing your connected home in just minutes. Organize your products by room and property, set schedules, or change product settings as needed using app controls. Manage and monitor your Hubspace products at home or remotely. PRODUCT SETTINGS • On/off controls • Change light color temperature settings and colors • Group products • Set schedules • Integrate with Google and Alexa • Set fan speed • And more For Canada: By clicking “Install”, you acknowledge having read and understood this Description and consent to the installation of The Home Depot’s Hubspace mobile application and all updates and upgrades thereto (the “App”). The App allows you to build a home network of smart products and to control them from your device. It collects, uses and discloses certain personal information for this purpose, as set out more fully in the Privacy and Security Statement at https://www.homedepot.com/privacy/Privacy_Security. You can withdraw your consent at any time, though certain withdrawals of consent may limit your ability to use the App as designed or at all. Home Depot of Canada Inc. 400-1 Concorde Gate | Toronto ON M3C 4H9 | The Home Depot Canada |privacy@homedepot.ca | Privacy Policy https://www.homedepot.com/privacy/Privacy_Security.

Screenshots

iAquaLink4 screens
Hubspace4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Hubspace at free against iAquaLink's free with in-app purchases. Hubspace also leads on review sentiment (48% vs 28%) and chart position (#42 vs unranked). iAquaLink's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.2 vs 17.6). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for iAquaLink against 4.8 for Hubspace. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 100K and 227K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 28% of iAquaLink's written reviews are positive against 48% of Hubspace's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iAquaLink ships an update every 2 months, Hubspace monthly. Both last shipped on October 19, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
iAquaLink versus Hubspace: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriAquaLinkHubspace
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (100K ratings)4.8 (227K ratings) — better
Positive reviews28.2% of reviews47.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings100K227K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank—#42 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.2 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB209 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZodiac Pool Systems, Inc.Afero, Inc.

Customer experience

iAquaLink

All ratings100,051 ratings
Positive93.0%
Neutral2.4%
Negative4.6%
Written reviews588 reviews
Positive28.2%
Neutral12.2%
Negative59.5%

Hubspace

All ratings227,297 ratings
Positive95.4%
Neutral1.8%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews1,140 reviews
Positive47.9%
Neutral8.9%
Negative43.2%

User reviews

iAquaLink

From 100K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to control pool and spa remotely
  • 👍 Convenient for monitoring pool status
  • 💡 Good integration with Alexa
  • 🔒 Reliable connectivity when hardwired

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent connectivity issues and app crashes
  • 👎 Limited functionality in the app compared to web interface
  • 💤 Slow response times and laggy performance
  • 🤯 Confusing and outdated user interface

Hubspace

From 227K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use app
  • 🚀 Convenient remote control
  • 💡 Useful scheduling features
  • 🔒 Secure connectivity

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 🐛 Unreliable performance
  • 🐛 Unexpected device behavior
  • 💡 Lack of customization options

Bugs and requests

iAquaLink

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App freezes and loses connection to pool equipment
  • Inability to re-add previously connected devices
  • Unreliable firmware updates causing issues
  • Inconsistent display of pool status and settings

Requested features

4 requests
  • Customizable dashboard and one-touch controls
  • Notifications for pool events (e.g., robot full, temperature reached)
  • Improved scheduling and automation options
  • Better integration with smart home platforms

Hubspace

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Devices going offline randomly
  • Schedules not working as expected
  • Inability to delete existing schedules
  • Inconsistent color output

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to create custom presets
  • Scheduling options for groups/rooms
  • Integration with Apple HomeKit
  • Randomized on/off times for security

In-app purchases

None

iAquaLink

No in-app purchases

None

Hubspace

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iAquaLink free?
iAquaLink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Hubspace free?
Hubspace is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iAquaLink or Hubspace?
Hubspace is rated higher. iAquaLink averages 4.7 out of 5 from 100K ratings, while Hubspace averages 4.8 from 227K ratings.
Do iAquaLink or Hubspace have ads?
Neither iAquaLink nor Hubspace shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iAquaLink or Hubspace?
iAquaLink ships an update every 2 months, and Hubspace monthly. Most recently, iAquaLink was updated on October 19, 2026 and Hubspace on October 19, 2026.

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