Viam Robotics vs BluQ
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Viam Robotics
Control and connect to smart machines running on Viam directly from your mobile device. Manage your robotics projects remotely and efficiently.
- Connect to smart machines
- Control smart machines
- Mobile device control
- Remote machine management
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With this application you can connect to and control your smart machines running on Viam directly from your mobile device. By downloading this app, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. https://www.viam.com/terms https://www.viam.com/privacy [:mav: 1.13.0]
BluQ
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Take control of your water system with a clear, practical interface designed for both homeowners and professionals. This app connects directly to your pump controller to provide real-time system visibility, manual configuration, and built-in protection features. Real-Time System Monitoring See exactly what your system is doing at a glance: Pressure (PSI) Flow rate (GPM) - with optional add on water meter Pump voltage and current Daily and average usage statistics Clear visuals make system status easy to understand without digging through menus. Direct Pump Control Enable or disable the pump, adjust pressure settings, and manage operation directly from your device. Designed for quick access when you need it. Pressure start and stop points Flow meter configuration Pump FLA and electrical settings Built-In Protection Features Protect your pump and plumbing system with configurable safeguards: Short cycle detection Run-dry protection Voltage monitoring High flow and long flow shutoff Open discharge detection These features help prevent damage and catch issues early. Usage Tracking & History Track daily water usage, monitor trends, and review system status over time. Designed for Real-World Use Settings are grouped logically so you can configure and troubleshoot quickly—whether you’re working on your own system or servicing one in the field.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: BluQ at 13.0 against Viam Robotics's 17.6. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Viam Robotics | BluQ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (7 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 7 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 65 MB | 33 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Viam, Inc. | Chandler Systems, Inc. |
In-app purchases
Viam Robotics
No in-app purchases
BluQ
No in-app purchases









