EZ Start Plus vs Photon Matrix
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
EZ Start Plus
Control your Noritz water heater remotely from your mobile device. Adjust settings, schedules, and perform maintenance tasks like gas conversion with ease.
- Remote operation control
- Adjust temperature and schedules
- Unit settings configuration
- Gas conversion tool
- Check unit status
- Operate parts
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EZ Start Plus allows you to control your water heater of Noritz or supported by Noritz from your mobile device. EZ Start Plus gives you the ability to change the operation and settings of the water heater from mobile device. ・Easy to use Change operation SW, temperature and recirculation schedule. ・Easy settings for installation Change the unit settings. ・Easy tools for maintenance Gas conversion, check the unit status, or operate parts.
Photon Matrix
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Intuitive Device Control No complicated menus or confusing settings. The main dashboard puts everything at your fingertips: switch between Standby, Scan, and Extermination modes with a single tap. Adjust the scanning angle and detection distance in real time to match any environment, whether you're protecting a quiet bedroom or a busy outdoor patio. Scheduled Protection That Thinks Ahead Set up to five independent daily schedules with custom modes and durations. Program the device to activate automatically at sunset when mosquitoes are most active and power down at sunrise. Each schedule can be toggled on or off individually, so your protection adapts to your routine — not the other way around. Multi-User & Multi-Device Management One device supports up to ten authorized users, and one account can manage up to ten devices. Every user must complete the built-in safety certification before gaining access, ensuring everyone in your household or team understands laser safety fundamentals. Fingerprint login provides quick, secure access without remembering passwords. Real-Time Safety Monitoring See exactly what your device sees. Monitor millimeter-wave radar status, vibration detection, and visual recognition — all from the app dashboard. Receive instant alerts when safety systems activate, and review what triggered them. Peace of mind comes standard. Firmware Updates That Keep You Ahead Receive over-the-air firmware updates directly through the app. Bug fixes, performance improvements, and new features arrive seamlessly — no cables, no computers, no hassle. Your device gets better over time. Comprehensive Device Management From the advanced settings panel, you can: Register and bind new devices to your account Manage Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connections Configure device language and system time Access device information including serial number and firmware version Perform factory resets when needed
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Photon Matrix at 15.0 against EZ Start Plus's 17. 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.
| Parameter | EZ Start Plus | Photon Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.7 (11 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 11 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 117 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | NORITZ CORP. | Photon Matrix Lab Limited |
In-app purchases
EZ Start Plus
No in-app purchases
Photon Matrix
No in-app purchases









