# SmartLink Network vs Hunter NODE

The clearest difference is rating: Hunter NODE at 3.1 against SmartLink Network's 2.4. Hunter NODE also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported) and ratings volume (59 vs 11). SmartLink Network's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

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

Hunter NODE holds the better App Store score, 3.1 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hunter NODE has 59 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 27% of SmartLink Network's written reviews are positive against 23% of Hunter NODE's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

SmartLink Network ships an update every 3 weeks, Hunter NODE fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SmartLink Network | Hunter NODE |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.4 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartlink-network/id655381095/reviews) | **[3.1 (59 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hunter-node-bt/id1438535498/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **59** |
| Positive reviews | **26.7% of reviews** | 22.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 47 MB | 127 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Weathermatic](https://appshunter.io/developer/655381098) | [Hunter Industries](https://appshunter.io/developer/710090127) |

## What reviewers say

### SmartLink Network

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartlink-network/id655381095)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Hunter NODE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hunter-node-bt/id1438535498)

Control your landscape irrigation system remotely via Bluetooth. This app allows for easy programming, scheduling, and monitoring of watering cycles without needing to access the valve box. Manage multiple controllers, set custom schedules, and receive important status updates directly on your smartphone.

**Highlights:** Remote controller management, Custom watering schedules, Manual irrigation control, Sensor activation, Controller status monitoring, Offline schedule editing, Controller event logs

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SmartLink Network free?

SmartLink Network is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Hunter NODE free?

Hunter NODE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SmartLink Network or Hunter NODE?

Hunter NODE is rated higher. SmartLink Network averages 2.4 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Hunter NODE averages 3.1 from 59 ratings.

### Do SmartLink Network or Hunter NODE have ads?

Neither SmartLink Network nor Hunter NODE shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SmartLink Network or Hunter NODE?

SmartLink Network ships an update every 3 weeks, and Hunter NODE fortnightly. Most recently, SmartLink Network was updated on September 13, 2026 and Hunter NODE on September 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*