SMART ESS vs IQCSmart
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SMART ESS
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通过添加蓝牙设备并连上WiFi后, 进行管理操作! 当设备不在身边时可以通过后台查看数据, 设备在身边时可以通过蓝牙, 进行设备数据的读取操作和设置
IQCSmart
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QC Solar is a user-friendly app designed for real-time monitoring and intelligent fault analysis of microinverters and MLPE devices, including optimizers and rapid shutdown units. With intuitive data visualization and instant alerts, users can effortlessly track system performance, stay informed of potential issues, and ensure the stable operation of their solar energy systems — anytime, anywhere.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: SMART ESS at every 4 days against IQCSmart's every 16 months. SMART ESS also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
SMART ESS ships an update every 4 days, IQCSmart every 16 months. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SMART ESS | IQCSmart |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 16 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | 深圳市集智电子有限公司 | Shanghai Raymon IoT Technology Co., Ltd. |
In-app purchases
SMART ESS
No in-app purchases
IQCSmart
No in-app purchases
