Comparison

SYR vs XIRCUM

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

Head to head
About

SYR

Features
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The SYR Hans Sasserath GmbH & Co. KG stands for innovative and high-quality system solutions for potable water and heating water management worldwide. The family company from Korschenbroich has been developing and manufacturing valves and systems for potable water installations, for the protection of heating systems and heating water conditioning for 75 years. SYR’s convincing App has a well-structured menu with two main fields “Connect“ and “Products“. In addition, it offers direct access to other functions like barcode-scanner or media library. The “Connect”-functionality, the core element of SYR’s App makes it possible to control valves from a distance. Products from the categories leakage detection, water treatment, hygiene control and heating system monitoring can be monitored and controlled when you are out and about. Thus, the user can check and change all settings anytime as desired – and he will be informed e.g. in case a leakage problem is detected: in the event of an emergency, it will be possible to react without delay. The App is a tangible advantage for our business and trade partners as it offers them real value added: overviews of all product areas (water and filter technology, pressure regulation, protection devices, safety valves, valves for heating systems, heating water conditioning and SYR Connect), brochures, videos explaining products and their installation, FAQ´s, dates of current shows and required data of all central contacts. The integrated QR-code scanner completes SYR’s App. It provides access to more detailed information on spare parts and instructions for use and installation of a specific device. The corresponding QR-code can be found on an adhesive label enclosed to the SYR products. This additional service facilitates the installer’s work. As an example, should he require information on the operation of a valve when service is due later on or if spare parts have to be replaced, the code will provide him the necessary explanations or he can directly place an order to the specialized dealer. SYR – Innovative solutions for smart people

About

XIRCUM

Features
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XIRCUM ist die innovative App der Hubert Niewels GmbH zum ablesen von Zählerständen. Zum betrieb der App wird ein gültiger Zugang benötigt. Entnehmen Sie diesen bitte Ihren Vertragsunterlagen.

Screenshots

SYR3 screens
XIRCUM3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: SYR at every 3 months against XIRCUM's every 14 months. XIRCUM's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

SYR ships an update every 3 months, XIRCUM every 14 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
SYR versus XIRCUM: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSYRXIRCUM
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 14 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.612.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperConSoftHubert Niewels GmbH

In-app purchases

None

SYR

No in-app purchases

None

XIRCUM

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SYR free?
SYR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is XIRCUM free?
XIRCUM is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SYR or XIRCUM have ads?
Neither SYR nor XIRCUM shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SYR or XIRCUM?
SYR ships an update every 3 months, and XIRCUM every 14 months. Most recently, SYR was updated on October 13, 2026 and XIRCUM on October 19, 2026.

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