Comparison

SmartLink Network vs NSN Connect v3

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

Head to head
About

SmartLink Network

Manage your Weathermatic SmartLine irrigation system directly from your iPhone. This app allows you to control your system remotely, eliminating the need to visit the controller. Access global commands, monitor alerts, and generate client reports detailing water and cost savings.

Highlights
  • Remote irrigation system control
  • In-field remote functionality
  • Global command execution
  • System monitoring and alerts
  • Client water and cost savings reports
  • Browser access for full functionality
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Control your Weathermatic SmartLine landscape irrigation system from your iPhone with the SmartLink Network app. Walk-Site, your in-field remote, is BACK in the SmartLink App. Update or download today. Your phone is your remote. Eliminate trips to the controller. Get more done. 1-Click browser access also allows you full access to the power of SmartLink - global commands, inspections and proposals, monitor alerts, and generate reports for your clients detailing exactly how much water (and money) you’ve saved for them. SmartLink offers a solution to current labor challenges, increases profit margins, and positions your business as an industry leader in smart water technology, conservation, and sustainability practices.

About

NSN Connect v3

Access and manage your irrigation control systems remotely. This app provides a reliable and secure connection to your Lynx, SitePro, or Sentinel system from any mobile device with an internet connection.

Highlights
  • Remote access to irrigation control systems
  • Secure connection
  • Compatible with Lynx, SitePro, Sentinel
  • Supports multiple monitors
  • Reliable experience
  • Updated technology
Features
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Welcome to the third generation of NSN Connect! We've updated it to use today's technologies (providing better connections and a more reliable experience) and to be compatible with Toro's latest Irrigation Centrals (including better support for multiple monitors). What hasn't changed is how it can make your life a little bit easier. You can still access your Lynx, SitePro, or Sentinel control system whether you're at home or on the road...all you need is a mobile device and an Internet connection. Have secure access to your irrigation computer through a partner that has earned your trust, made your job easier, and been there to make sure you are always up and running. Please note that NSN Connect requires an active NSN service agreement and a login to the NSN Customer Portal. Contact Toro NSN and we'll get you all set up and ready to go...that's what we're here for.

Screenshots

SmartLink Network4 screens
NSN Connect v34 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: NSN Connect v3 at 50% against SmartLink Network's 27%. NSN Connect v3 also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). SmartLink Network's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SmartLink Network ships an update every 3 weeks, NSN Connect v3 every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and June 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
SmartLink Network versus NSN Connect v3: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartLink NetworkNSN Connect v3
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (11 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews26.7% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings11 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.113.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWeathermaticThe Toro Company

Customer experience

SmartLink Network

All ratings11 ratings
Positive36.4%
Neutral9.1%
Negative54.5%
Written reviews45 reviews
Positive26.7%
Neutral8.9%
Negative64.4%

NSN Connect v3

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

SmartLink Network

No in-app purchases

None

NSN Connect v3

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SmartLink Network free?
SmartLink Network is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NSN Connect v3 free?
NSN Connect v3 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SmartLink Network or NSN Connect v3 have ads?
Neither SmartLink Network nor NSN Connect v3 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SmartLink Network or NSN Connect v3?
SmartLink Network ships an update every 3 weeks, and NSN Connect v3 every 3 months. Most recently, SmartLink Network was updated on September 13, 2026 and NSN Connect v3 on June 5, 2026.

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