SimpleCloudNotifier vs WuTool
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
SimpleCloudNotifier
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SimpleCloudNotifier is a app to display messages that you can send to your phone with a simple POST request to the right URL. After you start the app it generates a UserID and a UserSecret. Now you can send your message to https://simplecloudnotifier.blackforestbytes.com/send.php and a notification will be pushed to your phone. (see https://simplecloudnotifier.blackforestbytes.com/ for an example with curl) Use it to - send yourself automated messages from cron jobs - notify yourself when long-running scripts finish - send server error messages directly to your phone - integrate with other online services The possibilities are endless* *Disclaimer: Developer does not actually guarantee endless possibilities
WuTool
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With the WuTool app from Wiesemann & Theis, you can manage your W&T devices directly in your local network / WLAN - without a PC or command line. In just a few seconds find W&T devices in the network, assign/change IP address, subnet & gateway and receive information on new firmware. Ideal for initial commissioning and further management.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: SimpleCloudNotifier at every 3 weeks against WuTool's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
SimpleCloudNotifier ships an update every 3 weeks, WuTool every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on May 17, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SimpleCloudNotifier | WuTool |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks โ better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.1 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 44 MB | 65 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | blackforestbytes GmbH | Wiesemann & Theis GmbH |
In-app purchases
SimpleCloudNotifier
No in-app purchases
WuTool
No in-app purchases
Questions
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