DFC@Home vs Shoalr
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
Shoalr
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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
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
| Parameter | DFC@Home | Shoalr |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (122 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 122 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.4 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 403 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | DELTA FAUCET COMPANY | Joseph Lariz |
In-app purchases
DFC@Home
No in-app purchases
Shoalr
- Shoalr Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
- Shoalr Pro Annual$39.991 Year









