Comparison

IQ vs CultiApp

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

Head to head
About

IQ

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With the IQ-Plug app, you have full control over your IQ-Plug charging station directly from your smartphone. Features include: β€’ Adjust Amperage and Phase Settings: Customize the current and phase settings when configuring a new charging box. β€’ OCPP Settings: Easily configure your Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP) settings. β€’ Firmware Version: Check the firmware version of your charging station. β€’ Network Setup: Change and manage the network to which your charging station is connected. To change the amperage and phase settings on a new charging box, simply connect your phone to the charging box’s network and scan the QR code with the app’s built-in camera.

About

CultiApp

Features
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CultiApp is the definitive solution for precise management of your Culti Plant System. The app enables simple adjustments of all aspects concerning light, airflow, and watering in your CultiKit system. Getting started with CultiApp is simple. Just download the app, connect to your local Wi-Fi, and follow the step-by-step instructions to access the full potential of your system. Should you need assistance, the Help Center is accessible directly through the app. With CultiApp, you can adjust and control: - Light settings, including on/off intervals, brightness and simulating sunrise and sunset. - Fan functions, on/off intervals, intensity and wind simulation for optimal ventilation. - Pump settings, regulate the water supply, including on/off intervals and irrigation cycles. Please note: The CultiKit controller starts with a default 12/12 hour light cycle and simulates natural sunrise and sunset over 30 minutes for an easy setup. By installing the app, you customize and control settings directly. Please note that local wifi access is required to connect the app to the controller. For optimal results, please consult the manual before app setup. To return to factory settings, a quick reset is possible by pressing and holding the button for 6 seconds until the light flashes. Support: Please choose β€œHelpcenter” in the app or visit: https://cultiplantsystems.com/support

Screenshots

IQ3 screens
CultiApp4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IQ ships an update every 2 months, CultiApp every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
IQ versus CultiApp: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIQCultiApp
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 4 weeks β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS11.0 β€” better12.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size99 MB35 MB
Age rating17+17+
Developerstarti.app ApSCultiApp

In-app purchases

None

IQ

No in-app purchases

None

CultiApp

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is IQ free?
IQ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CultiApp free?
CultiApp is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do IQ or CultiApp have ads?
Neither IQ nor CultiApp shows ads.
Which is updated more often, IQ or CultiApp?
IQ ships an update every 2 months, and CultiApp every 4 weeks. Most recently, IQ was updated on October 14, 2026 and CultiApp on October 16, 2026.

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