# ATI ReefTECH vs ReefBay

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ReefBay at 83% against ATI ReefTECH's 0%. ReefBay also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.8) and ratings volume (484 vs 6). ATI ReefTECH's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ReefBay sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. ATI ReefTECH asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReefBay holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ReefBay has 484 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of ATI ReefTECH's written reviews are positive against 83% of ReefBay's.

## The numbers

| Metric | ATI ReefTECH | ReefBay |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.8 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ati-reeftech/id6443730588/reviews) | **[4.8 (484 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reefbay/id6478054386/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **484** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **82.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 8 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 38 MB | 88 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ATI Aquaristik GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1648857000) | [Toolit Media LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1331221462) |

## What reviewers say

### ATI ReefTECH

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ati-reeftech/id6443730588)

Manage your WiFi-based ATI devices, including the Straton and Straton Pro, directly from your mobile device. This application offers control over your aquarium equipment.

**Highlights:** Manage WiFi-based ATI devices, Control Straton devices, Control Straton Pro devices, Remote device management

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### ReefBay

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reefbay/id6478054386)

Manage your saltwater aquarium with this comprehensive app. Track water parameters, log inhabitants, and receive task reminders. Connect with a community of hobbyists, explore local marketplaces, and access helpful guides.

**Highlights:** Local marketplace for buying/selling, Explore coral and fish databases, Personalized tank profiles, Water parameter tracking with charts, Community forums and support, Task reminders for maintenance, Aquarium guides and resources

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ReefBay DeepDive | $4.99 | per month |
| ReefBay DeepDive | $4.99 | per month |
| ReefBay DeepDive | $29.99 | per year |
| ReefBay DeepDive | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive and easy-to-use interface
- 📊 Comprehensive parameter tracking with visual graphs
- 🌐 Active community for sharing and learning
- 🛒 Integrated marketplace for buying/selling coral and equipment
- 💬 Social hub connecting reef keepers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Coral identification feature is inaccurate
- 🎨 Inconsistent UI presentation and design
- ❌ Navigation dead ends and UI issues
- 📧 Excessive email notifications despite unsubscribing
- 🔐 Account deletion/data loss concerns

**Reported bugs**

- Coral ID misidentifies corals as fish
- App stopped working after update
- Cannot click create button due to text overlap
- Account mysteriously deleted
- Unsubscribe function not working for emails

**Requested features**

- Add ammonia and nitrite to water parameter tracking
- Improve coral identification accuracy
- Enhance UI consistency and presentation
- Better email notification management


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ATI ReefTECH free?

ATI ReefTECH is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is ReefBay free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ATI ReefTECH or ReefBay?

ReefBay is rated higher. ATI ReefTECH averages 1.8 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while ReefBay averages 4.8 from 484 ratings.

### Do ATI ReefTECH or ReefBay have ads?

ReefBay shows ads; ATI ReefTECH does not.

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