Comparison

iAquaLink vs ADT+

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

ADT+

Control your ADT+ home security system and compatible smart devices remotely. Monitor your home, manage access, and receive alerts for events. Features include live video streaming, two-way talk, and smart home device integration.

Highlights
  • Arm/disarm security system remotely
  • Stream live video from cameras
  • Two-way talk with visitors
  • Manage smart home devices
  • Receive custom alerts
  • Grant temporary home access
Features
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The new ADT+ app brings together the security of ADT, smart home management, and other innovative features to bring peace of mind to you and your family. It allows you to control everything, including your ADT+ home security system, Google Nest devices and other compatible smart devices. Security
ADT+ gives you secure mobile access to your ADT home security system, allowing you to arm and disarm your security system, monitor your home virtually anywhere, and manage access.  
 
Smart Home Management
Manage your home virtually anywhere. Arm and disarm your security system, stream live video and view video history from your Nest cameras and receive personalized alerts and emails for events around your home like arming, disarming, and intelligent alerts from your smart home devices.  
 
Trusted Neighbor™
Eligible customers can take advantage of ADT’s Trusted Neighbor™.  Trusted Neighbor™ is a new ADT service that lets you grant secure, temporary access to your home through the ADT+ app. Trusted Neighbor™  is designed to give you peace of mind and is the latest example of our commitment to empowering you to protect and connect what matters most.  My Safety
Introducing a new personal safety service built right into the ADT+ app and included with your Pro Monitoring plan at no additional cost. With 24/7 access to ADT’s monitoring agents across the U.S., help on-the-go is a tap away. My Safety keeps an eye out before situations escalate – offering check-ins, discreet alerts, and fast access to help when something doesn’t feel right.*** 
 
Use the ADT+ app to: * Arm and disarm your system from virtually anywhere  * Stream live video and speak to visitors with two-way talk from your Nest Cams and Doorbells*  * View event video history so you can see what your cameras captured if you’re home or away*  * Check the status of your ADT+ security system  * Turn lights on and off, lock/unlock smart locks, adjust the thermostat, and open/close your garage door with the app  * Manage your settings and profile, and set up and edit custom alerts to reach you via email or push notification  * Set up custom Rules to create automations for your security and smart Z-Wave devices  * With Trusted Neighbor™, allow trusted individuals to keep an eye on your home while you’re away**  
*Some features, including mobile notifications, remote control, video streaming and video recording, require working internet and Wi-Fi. 
**For eligible ADT+ customers.  
***Available in the United States only. Excludes Milwaukee, WI.

Screenshots

iAquaLink4 screens
ADT+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is chart position: ADT+ at #153 against iAquaLink's unranked. ADT+ also leads on review sentiment (39% vs 28%). iAquaLink's advantage is iOS requirement (13.2 vs 17.0). 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 ADT+. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 100K and 59K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 28% of iAquaLink's written reviews are positive against 39% of ADT+'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iAquaLink ships an update every 2 months, ADT+ monthly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
iAquaLink versus ADT+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriAquaLinkADT+
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (100K ratings)4.8 (59K ratings) — better
Positive reviews28.4% of reviews39.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings100K — better59K
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#153 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.2 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB317 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZodiac Pool Systems, Inc.ADT LLC

Customer experience

iAquaLink

All ratings99,771 ratings
Positive92.9%
Neutral2.4%
Negative4.6%
Written reviews573 reviews
Positive28.4%
Neutral11.9%
Negative59.7%

ADT+

All ratings58,532 ratings
Positive96.4%
Neutral2.0%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews457 reviews
Positive39.4%
Neutral11.4%
Negative49.2%

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

ADT+

From 59K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Quick access to integrated view
  • 🔒 Robust security features
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🤝 Great integration with Google devices

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Glitchy app with frequent crashes
  • 🕰️ Slow and laggy performance
  • 🔌 Connectivity issues
  • 🤯 Frustrating setup and account management
  • 🤖 Unreliable automation and notifications

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

ADT+

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Inability to add users/family members
  • Inconsistent device status updates
  • Buggy sensor and camera integration
  • Verification and login issues

Requested features

3 requests
  • Presence sensing and location-based automation
  • Support for older Nest cameras
  • Improved app responsiveness and stability

In-app purchases

None

iAquaLink

No in-app purchases

None

ADT+

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iAquaLink free?
iAquaLink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ADT+ free?
ADT+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iAquaLink or ADT+?
ADT+ is rated higher. iAquaLink averages 4.7 out of 5 from 100K ratings, while ADT+ averages 4.8 from 59K ratings.
Do iAquaLink or ADT+ have ads?
Neither iAquaLink nor ADT+ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iAquaLink or ADT+?
iAquaLink ships an update every 2 months, and ADT+ monthly. Most recently, iAquaLink was updated on September 24, 2026 and ADT+ on September 24, 2026.

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