Comparison

iGarden vs Pool Lab

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

Head to head
About

iGarden

Manage your swimming pool devices remotely with this intelligent platform. Control various equipment like pumps, heaters, and lighting, and monitor real-time data. Enrich your smart pool experience with features like seasonal and energy-saving modes.

Highlights
  • Remote control of pool equipment
  • Real-time pool data display
  • Seasonal and energy-saving modes
  • Power consumption statistics
  • Fault list and alerts
  • Add and manage equipment
Features
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The iGarden App is an intelligent management platform for your swimming pool devices. Through the iGarden App, you can achieve quick interaction with your mobile phone, enabling interconnectivity and multi scenario interaction between smart devices. Enrich the intelligent application scenarios of swimming pool equipment. Control equipment: water pumps, heat pumps, dehumidifiers, backflow devices, lighting, water features, pool covers, salt machines, sand tanks, etc. in the iGarden ecosystem App features: real-time display of swimming pool information data, seasonal mode, energy-saving mode, water pump control, heat pump control, power consumption statistics, fault list, adding equipment, etc

About

Pool Lab

Features
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Pool Lab PL MAX Series Salt Chlorinators Companion App Experience unparalleled control and convenience with the Pool Lab PL MAX Series Salt Chlorinators companion app. Effortlessly monitor and manage your pool and spa equipment from anywhere in the world. Key Features: * Remote Monitoring and Control: Keep an eye on your pool and spa equipment and adjust settings no matter where you are. * Advanced Water Quality Management: With the optional Pool Lab ASP (Auto Sampling Photometer), monitor and control your pH and Free Chlorine levels. Enjoy a graphical overview of your pH and Free Chlorine levels from the past week, ensuring your pool is always in top condition. * Expanded Functionality: The optional Pool Lab EXP (Expansion Module) lets you take control of up to 9 customisable auxiliary outputs and 4 valve actuators. Seamlessly manage your solar and heating systems for optimal performance. * Customizable Scenes: Create personalised shortcuts that allow you to set the state of multiple controls with a single button press. Simplify complex operations and enhance your pool experience with ease. Why Choose Pool Lab? * Global Access: Manage your pool from anywhere, providing peace of mind and ultimate flexibility. * Comprehensive Control: From water quality to auxiliary devices, control every aspect of your pool and spa. * User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive design ensures you can navigate and use the app effortlessly.

Screenshots

iGarden3 screens
Pool Lab4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: iGarden at every 11 days against Pool Lab's every 3 months. 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

iGarden ships an update every 11 days, Pool Lab every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
iGarden versus Pool Lab: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriGardenPool Lab
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 days — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better16
Further details — not scored
Size238 MB22 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperFAIRLAND HOLDINGS CO.,LTDPOOLPOWER AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

In-app purchases

None

iGarden

No in-app purchases

None

Pool Lab

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iGarden free?
iGarden is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pool Lab free?
Pool Lab is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do iGarden or Pool Lab have ads?
Neither iGarden nor Pool Lab shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iGarden or Pool Lab?
iGarden ships an update every 11 days, and Pool Lab every 3 months. Most recently, iGarden was updated on October 2, 2026 and Pool Lab on September 14, 2026.

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