ESS LINK vs Eco
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ESS LINK
Monitor and control photovoltaic equipment remotely. View real-time operational data, historical performance, and fault logs. Adjust equipment settings like switches and working modes for efficient energy management.
- Remote data monitoring
- Control photovoltaic equipment
- View operational data
- Access historical data
- Manage equipment settings
- QR code device entry
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Remote data monitoring and control of photovoltaic equipment: By using QR codes or manually entering devices Equipment operation data: Display of equipment photovoltaic power generation, cost savings, and other operation data. Equipment historical data: display of equipment historical power generation and equipment historical faults. Equipment parameter settings: Change and control the switch and working mode of equipment operation.
Eco
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EcoWatt Monitor & manage PV, BESS, DG, and EVSE — unlock seamless energy synergy and intelligent scheduling from your iPhone. EcoWatt puts complete control of your renewable ecosystem in your pocket. Real-time visibility into solar generation, battery storage, diesel backup, and EV charging — all unified in one powerful, intuitive app. Core Features Live System Tracking Instant view of power flow: • PV output (kW) • BESS charge/discharge (SoC %) • DG runtime & fuel status • EVSE charging speed & sessions Smart Energy Orchestration AI automatically balances loads, prioritizes solar, activates DG only when needed, and schedules EV charging during off-peak hours. Remote Operations & Alerts Start/stop generators, adjust BESS modes, or override schedules — from anywhere. Get push notifications for faults, low battery, or grid outages. Health & Efficiency Dashboard Monitor system uptime, energy yield, and component performance. Spot issues early with predictive maintenance insights. Multi-Site Ready Switch between home, business, or fleet locations with a single tap.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Eco at every 2 weeks against ESS LINK's every 5 weeks. ESS LINK's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
ESS LINK ships an update every 5 weeks, Eco every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ESS LINK | Eco |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (6 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 75 MB | 22 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sinexcel Electric Co,.Ltd. | Ecowatt Technologies, Inc. |
In-app purchases
ESS LINK
No in-app purchases
Eco
No in-app purchases









