Comparison

iAquaLink vs Boatsonline

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

Boatsonline

Browse and purchase new or used boats and accessories with this mobile marketplace. Easily list your own boat for sale by uploading photos and videos directly from your device.

Highlights
  • Browse over 14,000 boats
  • Search for boats and accessories
  • Create boat sale ads
  • Upload photos and videos
  • Mobile-first buying and selling
Features
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Make buying and selling a boat as mobile as you with the BoatsOnline iPhone App. BoatsOnline has over 14,000 searchable boats and boat accessories so you can find and buy your perfect boat quickly. Create an ad to sell your boat from within the app. It is easy and fast to add photos and videos directly from your phone.

Screenshots

iAquaLink4 screens
Boatsonline3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Boatsonline at 91% against iAquaLink's 28%. iAquaLink's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 24 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

iAquaLink ships an update every 2 months, Boatsonline every 24 months. Both last shipped on October 22, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
iAquaLink versus Boatsonline: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriAquaLinkBoatsonline
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (101K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews28.1% of reviews90.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings101K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 24 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.2 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZodiac Pool Systems, Inc.Sabina Nominees Pty Ltd

Customer experience

iAquaLink

All ratings100,051 ratings
Positive93.0%
Neutral2.4%
Negative4.6%
Written reviews591 reviews
Positive28.1%
Neutral12.2%
Negative59.7%

Boatsonline

Written reviews22 reviews
Positive90.9%
Neutral4.5%
Negative4.5%

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

Boatsonline

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

iAquaLink

No in-app purchases

None

Boatsonline

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iAquaLink free?
iAquaLink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Boatsonline free?
Boatsonline is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do iAquaLink or Boatsonline have ads?
Boatsonline shows ads; iAquaLink does not.
Which is updated more often, iAquaLink or Boatsonline?
iAquaLink ships an update every 2 months, and Boatsonline every 24 months. Most recently, iAquaLink was updated on October 22, 2026 and Boatsonline on October 22, 2026.

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