Comparison

DFC@Home vs Shoalr

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

Head to head
About

DFC@Home

This platform connects with compatible smart faucets and steam systems. It allows remote activation, personalized control profiles, and integration with voice assistants for a customized experience.

Highlights
  • Remote product activation
  • Voice assistant integration (Alexa, Google Assistant)
  • Personalized control profiles
  • Custom task containers with VoiceIQ™
  • Manage steam systems
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*A compatible connected Delta® or Brizo® product is required to effectively use this app* DFC@Home™ is a powerful platform that integrates with connected Brizo® and Delta® products. Depending on which product(s) you own, you can customize your controls within the app, and start your products remotely. App Features: - Control your Delta and Brizo products with your Amazon Alexa® or Google® Assistant voice assistants - Start your products remotely via the mobile app. - Program, manage and personalize profiles for your steam system. - Create custom containers for your most frequent tasks with VoiceIQ™ technology Compatible Products: - Brizo VoiceIQ® Faucets - Brizo Mystix™ Transcendent Steam Systems - Delta VoiceIQ® Faucets - Delta SteamScape™ Deluxe Steam Systems

About

Shoalr

Features
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Shoalr is the all-in-one aquarium management app designed for fishkeepers who care about their tanks. Whether you're cycling your first 10-gallon or maintaining a complex reef system, Shoalr helps you stay on top of water quality, livestock health, and maintenance schedules. WATER PARAMETER TRACKING • Log ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, pH, temperature, and more • Instant feedback on whether your readings are safe • Track GH, KH, TDS for planted tanks • Full reef parameter support: calcium, alkalinity, magnesium, salinity • See trends over time with beautiful charts (Pro) TANK CYCLING MADE EASY • Built-in cycle tracker guides you through the nitrogen cycle • Know exactly when your tank is safe for fish • Phase detection: ammonia spike → nitrite spike → cycled LIVESTOCK & PLANT MANAGEMENT • Add fish and invertebrates to your tank • Track health status and quarantine periods • Log plant growth and placement • Get stocking level recommendations based on tank size SMART MAINTENANCE • Create recurring maintenance schedules • Get reminders for water changes, filter cleaning, and more • Log completed tasks and track your maintenance history • Never miss a water change again EQUIPMENT TRACKING • Keep track of heaters, filters, lights, and more • Set maintenance reminders for equipment • Log installation dates and warranty info PRO FEATURES Upgrade to Shoalr Pro to unlock: • Unlimited tanks (free tier includes 1 tank) • Parameter trend charts and analysis • Export data to CSV and generate tank reports • Smart alerts with predictive notifications • Cloud backup to keep your data safe BUILT FOR ALL AQUARISTS • Freshwater community tanks • Planted aquascapes • African cichlid setups • Brackish environments • Saltwater fish-only tanks • Full reef systems Shoalr was built by fishkeepers, for fishkeepers. We know the joy of a thriving tank and the heartbreak of a crash. That's why we built an app that helps you catch problems early and keep your aquatic friends healthy. Download Shoalr today and take the guesswork out of fishkeeping. Terms of Use: https://getshoalr.com/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://getshoalr.com/privacy.html

Screenshots

DFC@Home4 screens
Shoalr3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DFC@Home at none against Shoalr's 2. Shoalr's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Shoalr sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. DFC@Home asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DFC@Home ships an update every 6 weeks, Shoalr every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
DFC@Home versus Shoalr: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDFC@HomeShoalr
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (122 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings122 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.4 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size403 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDELTA FAUCET COMPANYJoseph Lariz

In-app purchases

None

DFC@Home

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Shoalr

Subscriptions2
  • Shoalr Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Shoalr Pro Annual$39.991 Year

Questions

Is DFC@Home free?
DFC@Home is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Shoalr free?
Shoalr is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DFC@Home or Shoalr have ads?
Neither DFC@Home nor Shoalr shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DFC@Home or Shoalr?
DFC@Home ships an update every 6 weeks, and Shoalr every 10 days. Most recently, DFC@Home was updated on October 24, 2026 and Shoalr on October 9, 2026.

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