Comparison

Polytropic Pro vs Spacepools

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

Head to head
About

Polytropic Pro

Features
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More than just an ordinary heat pump management tool, PolyConnect communicates directly with the POLYTROPIC Technicenter and allows the secure remote management of heat pumps: supervision, preventive maintenance, and ease of maintenance. SIMPLIFIED IMPLEMENTATION A WiFi box is installed as standard inside all our Inverter PACs (marketed from 2022), and easily accessible. From 2023 an option 4G is available. When user connect his machine and allow the professional to access to it, professional can access remotely to the machine. REMOTE MANAGEMENT A real preventive maintenance tool, the information is transmitted to allowed professional which can then anticipate any problems remotely, access the parameters and adjust, optimize, or even update the heat pump. The Modbus connection allows access to all the heat pump parameters and modification in "direct mode". PROACTIVITY Thanks to the feedback of error codes, the professional can remotely trigger an appropriate after-sales service procedure immediately, even before the user of the pool notices a possible problem or its consequences. EXPERT TIPS The TechniCenter is at your disposal for advice on the rational management of your pool fleet and possible energy savings . EFFICIENCY PolyConnect is linked to the POLYTROPIC TechniCenter and allows our technicians to visualize the entire fleet of heat pumps as well as the status of each machine. In the event of an error code, they can access the device settings via their secure interface to resolve the fault. No need to send a technician to the installation to see what the problem is, to collect simple information or to adjust the devices. POLYCONNECT IS A SECURE, FREE AND ERGONOMIC APPLICATION. It allows remote control of the heat pump via a smartphone or tablet thanks to an intuitive interface: status of the machine, water temperatures, outside temperature, operation of the filtration pump, heating setpoint temperature, choice of operating mode, alerts, programming of operating ranges... In order to ensure a complete follow-up, all the data of the heat pumps connected to PolyConnect are stored for 5 years: โ€ข the history of all alarms โ€ข internal sensor temperature probes โ€ข the operating time of compressors, pumps, etc. โ€ข user settings PolyConnect was developed by our internal services and all our servers are based in France (GDPR law respected). Thanks to a solid partnership PolyConnect is compatible with other equipment and offers the possibility of remotely managing water treatment with salt or chlorine via the mobile application, presenting the same functionality and history as for Polytropic heat pumps.

About

Spacepools

Features
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Spacepools: Visualization innovation for professionals and clients. Transform pool selection into a high-precision, interactive technical experience. Thanks to advanced Augmented Reality (AR) technology, our app allows you to project the complete Space Pools catalog directly into real-world spaces. This B2B solution is designed to optimize decision-making, offering full customization where users can instantly change shell and coping colors, as well as configure essential accessories like automatic covers, PVC covers (lonas), and lighting systems. The tool provides a realistic simulation, including the ability to toggle water on or off to validate the project's final look. To ensure technical accuracy, users can consult detailed technical plans for each model and capture high-quality photos of the pool integrated into its real environment. An indispensable platform to guarantee a perfect, professional result for every installation.

Screenshots

Polytropic Pro4 screens
Spacepools4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Spacepools at every 2 days against Polytropic Pro's every 4 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Polytropic Pro ships an update every 4 months, Spacepools every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference ยท 5 level
Polytropic Pro versus Spacepools: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPolytropic ProSpacepools
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 days โ€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.2 โ€” better15.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size252 MB222 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPolytropicaugmented reality pool S.L.

In-app purchases

None

Polytropic Pro

No in-app purchases

None

Spacepools

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Polytropic Pro free?
Polytropic Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Spacepools free?
Spacepools is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Polytropic Pro or Spacepools have ads?
Neither Polytropic Pro nor Spacepools shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Polytropic Pro or Spacepools?
Polytropic Pro ships an update every 4 months, and Spacepools every 2 days. Most recently, Polytropic Pro was updated on October 11, 2026 and Spacepools on October 5, 2026.

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