Comparison

RYOBI vs Sierro

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

Head to head
About

RYOBI

Manage, monitor, and maximize your tools with this app. Register new purchases, track connected tools in real-time, and explore the product catalog. Access manuals, warranty information, and find nearby retailers.

Highlights
  • Home dashboard with product updates
  • Simplified product registration (OCR/barcode)
  • Access warranty and repair programs
  • Monitor and manage connected tools
  • Browse full product catalog
  • Store locator
Features
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YOUR ALL-IN-ONE TOOL MANAGEMENT APP Effortlessly manage, monitor, and maximize your tools with our app, designed to streamline your experience from registration to connected control. Whether you're registering your latest purchase, keeping tabs on your connected tools, or exploring our extensive product catalog, this app simplifies it all. KEY FEATURES: 1. HOME DASHBOARD - Stay updated with the latest product releases, seasonal promotions, and personalized recommendations based on your tools and usage. - Quickly view the status and key metrics of active tools at a glance. - Discover accessories, tips, and promotions that help you get the most out of your tools. 2. TOOL BOX - Simplified product registration with OCR technology and barcode scanning to save time and improve accuracy. - Access warranty claims and repair programs with ease to protect your investments. - Quickly find post-purchase resources, such as product manuals, assembly instructions, and relevant accessories. 3. CONNECTED TOOLS - Monitor and manage all your RYOBI™ connected tools from one convenient hub. - View real-time updates tailored to each tool’s current state, such as charge levels, runtime, or error notifications. - Rename tools, share access, update firmware, and track last-known locations directly from the app. - Consolidated functionality from the RYOBI™ Riding Mower, Ryobi™ GenControl™, and RYOBI™ Hyper Charger apps into one platform, supporting all future connected tools. 4. EXPLORE PRODUCTS - Quickly scan barcodes or price labels to instantly access product details while shopping. - Browse the full RYOBI™ product catalog with detailed specifications and features. 5. ACCOUNT & SETTINGS - Manage your profile, update personal details, and access app preferences such as dark mode or offline mode. - Quickly locate the nearest retailer with the store locator. With the power to register products in seconds, control your connected tools with ease, and access exclusive recommendations and deals, this app is your ultimate companion for all things RYOBI™. Download now to streamline your tool management and maximize your productivity!

About

Sierro

Monitor and manage your home energy storage system. View battery status, solar generation, and power flow. Receive alerts for power outages and low battery levels to stay informed.

Highlights
  • Monitor battery status
  • View solar generation
  • Track power flow
  • Receive device alerts
  • Get outage notifications
  • Low battery alerts
Features
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Sierro Energy helps you monitor and manage your Sierro home energy storage system. View battery status, solar generation, power flow, and device alerts in one place. Get notifications for power outages and low battery so you can stay informed even when the app is in the background.

Screenshots

RYOBI4 screens
Sierro3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: RYOBI at 4.7 against Sierro's 2.3. RYOBI also leads on ratings volume (13K vs 3). Sierro's advantage is review sentiment (50% vs 30%) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 4 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RYOBI holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RYOBI has 13K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 30% of RYOBI's written reviews are positive against 50% of Sierro's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RYOBI ships an update every 4 weeks, Sierro every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
RYOBI versus Sierro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRYOBISierro
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (13K ratings) — better2.3 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews29.7% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings13K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size79 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOne World Technologies, IncSierro Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd

Customer experience

RYOBI

All ratings13,039 ratings
Positive93.5%
Neutral2.3%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews585 reviews
Positive29.7%
Neutral6.8%
Negative63.4%

Sierro

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

RYOBI

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unable to get past login screen
  • Failure to complete receipt uploads
  • Incorrect product registration

Requested features

2 requests
  • Ability to delete registered products
  • Support for older devices

Sierro

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

RYOBI

No in-app purchases

None

Sierro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RYOBI free?
RYOBI is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sierro free?
Sierro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, RYOBI or Sierro?
RYOBI is rated higher. RYOBI averages 4.7 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Sierro averages 2.3 from 3 ratings.
Do RYOBI or Sierro have ads?
Neither RYOBI nor Sierro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RYOBI or Sierro?
RYOBI ships an update every 4 weeks, and Sierro every 10 days. Most recently, RYOBI was updated on November 13, 2026 and Sierro on November 10, 2026.

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