Comparison

SimplySolar vs BLUETTI

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

Head to head
About

SimplySolar

This app helps users manually align solar panels and solar thermal heaters to maximize energy output. It offers a cost-effective solution for increasing solar energy viability, especially in developing regions, by replacing expensive tracking systems with a smart algorithm and simple tools. The app aims to improve lifestyles and create sustainable communities.

Highlights
  • 30-40% energy gain
  • Works with solar panels and thermal heaters
  • Increases ROI
  • Offline functionality
  • Works on cheap smartphones
  • Compass for True North alignment
Features
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SimplySolar is a solar panel alignment app designed to increase the viability of solar energy and positively change the lifestyles of people in developing countries. As of right now it is more economically viable to buy more solar panels than buy a solar tracking system that automatically aligns solar panel/solar thermal heaters. SimplySolar replaces expensive alignment tools and solar tracking systems with a clever algorithm and a few tools to aid in manually adjusting a solar panel to increase the amount of energy output by up to 30%, helping create sustainable communities with a higher standard of living. Features & Benefits -30-40% energy gain -Works with both solar panels and solar thermal heaters -Increases the ROI of solar panels/solar heaters -Built to work in remote areas - No internet connection required -Prevents lost energy -With copper oxide solar panels - more solar panels available at lower price -Simple to use -Works on both large and small panels -Works on extremely cheap smartphones -Can work on makeshift solar panels, the phone accurately calculates the angles, doesn't rely on angle markings -Compass to align the solar panel with True North

About

BLUETTI

Manage your portable power station remotely. Monitor real-time energy usage, adjust settings for optimal performance, and receive instant alerts. Schedule charging and keep your device updated with the latest firmware.

Highlights
  • Real-time power monitoring
  • Remote setting adjustments
  • Instant status alerts
  • Scheduled charging
  • Firmware updates
  • User forum
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Take full control of your BLUETTI power station with the BLUETTI App! Designed for seamless energy management, our app allows you to monitor real-time power usage, adjust settings, and optimize performance—all from your iPhone or iPad. Key Features: Real-Time Monitoring: Track battery status, input/output power, and more. Smart Control: Adjust settings remotely for maximum efficiency. Instant Alerts: Receive important notifications about your power station. Scheduled Charging: Optimize energy use based on your needs. Firmware Updates: Keep your device up to date with the latest improvements. Forum: Connect with other users in the BLUETTI App forum, share your daily experiences with your power station, and gain more knowledge! Power up smarter with BLUETTI—download now and stay in charge, wherever you go!

Screenshots

SimplySolar4 screens
BLUETTI4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: BLUETTI at every 3 weeks against SimplySolar's every 13 months. SimplySolar's advantage is review sentiment (80% vs 66%) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 11.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

SimplySolar ships an update every 13 months, BLUETTI every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SimplySolar versus BLUETTI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimplySolarBLUETTI
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.3 (1.5K ratings) — better
Positive reviews80.0% of reviews — better66.4% of reviews
Number of ratings—1.5K — better
Update frequencyEvery 13 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
Ads—No
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better11.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB272 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMatt PrivmanShenzhen Poweroak Newener Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

SimplySolar

All ratings436 ratings
Positive94.5%
Neutral2.8%
Negative2.8%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%

BLUETTI

All ratings1,472 ratings
Positive81.3%
Neutral5.4%
Negative13.4%
Written reviews989 reviews
Positive66.4%
Neutral9.4%
Negative24.2%

Bugs and requests

SimplySolar

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

BLUETTI

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Bluetooth pairing problems
  • Inconsistent WiFi connectivity
  • Incorrect data reporting
  • Forced app updates

Requested features

4 requests
  • Landscape mode support
  • Estimated time remaining
  • Customizable notifications
  • Improved data analytics

In-app purchases

None

SimplySolar

No in-app purchases

None

BLUETTI

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SimplySolar free?
SimplySolar is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BLUETTI free?
BLUETTI is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which is updated more often, SimplySolar or BLUETTI?
SimplySolar ships an update every 13 months, and BLUETTI every 3 weeks. Most recently, SimplySolar was updated on October 13, 2026 and BLUETTI on October 16, 2026.

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