ScreenLogic Connect vs Pentair Pool
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ScreenLogic Connect
Control your pool and spa from your Apple devices or via Alexa. Manage your pool and spa system locally or remotely over the internet. Features a live demo to explore its capabilities.
- Pool and spa control
- Remote internet access
- Local Wi-Fi network control
- Alexa voice control
- Live demo available
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Pentair's ScreenLogic Connect is a convenient interface for your pool and spa, designed specifically for the iPhone, iPod touch, iPad and Apple Watch. You can now also use our Alexa Skill to control your EasyTouch or IntelliTouch system. Control your pool and spa from a local Wi-Fi network, or control remotely over the Internet. Download this free app and check out the new interface on our live demo! Pentair customers with IntelliTouch, EasyTouch, and EasyTouch PL4/PSL4 pool/spa control systems that want to use their iPhone/iPad/iPod touch or Echo devices must purchase the ScreenLogic interface kit (PN 522104) available from your local pool equipment retailer. Please make sure to download and apply the latest protocol adapter firmware (version 736). Please visit www.pentairpool.com and navigate to Support \ Tools \ Software to download the update utility.
Pentair Pool
Manage your swimming pool system, monitor water chemistry, and receive instant status updates from a single dashboard. Control connected Pentair pool devices remotely for energy efficiency and peace of mind. Receive alerts for equipment or pool conditions to avoid costly service calls.
- Remote pool system control
- Water chemistry monitoring
- Instant status updates
- 24/7 device monitoring
- Equipment alerts
- Energy-efficient solutions
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Pentair Home is Now Pentair Pool! It's the same great app with a new name and logo. You'll continue to enjoy the functionality you know and love with a modern, refined look. Your app will continue functioning as it always has — seamlessly and reliably! Rule the Pool with Smart, Connected Pentair Products All in One Place The Pentair Pool app and its range of connected products makes managing your pool easier than ever. Control your swimming pool system, monitor water chemistry, and access instant status updates from one easy-to-use dashboard on your smart device. Enjoy energy-efficient solutions and peace of mind with remote monitoring anytime, anywhere. With the Pentair Pool app, you can: + Receive alerts sent directly to your phone and, if you choose, to your trusted pool professional. + Monitor your connected Pentair pool devices remotely, 24/7, to ensure peak performance. + Easily see when equipment or pool conditions need attention to avoid unnecessary and costly service calls. Compatible Pentair Pool & Spa Products: + IntelliCenter® Pool Control System + IntelliFlo3® Variable Speed & Flow Pump + IntelliVibe Pool & Spa Lights + IntelliSync® Pool Pump Control + ChemCheck® Water Quality Monitoring System + IntelliConnect® Pool Control System + Prowler® 930W Robotic Pool Cleaner + Color Sync™ Controller for Color LED Pool Lights Note: Product alerts, professional connectivity, and features are dependent on user settings and device capabilities. Internet connection, Wi-Fi, and/or Bluetooth® may be required. Some features may not be supported on all smart devices. Terms of Service and Privacy Notice apply.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Pentair Pool at 4.6 against ScreenLogic Connect's 2.2. Pentair Pool also leads on ratings volume (23K vs 234) and review sentiment (30% vs 21%). ScreenLogic Connect's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.
Pentair Pool holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pentair Pool has 23K ratings behind it against 234, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 21% of ScreenLogic Connect's written reviews are positive against 30% of Pentair Pool's.
ScreenLogic Connect ships an update every 6 weeks, Pentair Pool monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ScreenLogic Connect | Pentair Pool |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.2 (234 ratings) | 4.6 (23K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 21.3% of reviews | 29.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 234 | 23K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 37 MB | 149 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Pentair Water Pool and Spa, Inc | Pentair, Inc. |
Customer experience
ScreenLogic Connect
Pentair Pool
User reviews
ScreenLogic Connect
From 234 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Convenient remote control
- 👍 Helpful support
- 🔒 Reliable connectivity
- 💡 Useful scheduling features
Room to improve
- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🔧 Buggy updates
- 👎 Outdated and unintuitive UI
- 🤯 Frustrating user experience
Pentair Pool
From 23K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 📊 Good data and monitoring features
- 💡 Helpful customer support
Room to improve
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔌 Connectivity issues
- 🔒 Limited user permissions and control
- 🤯 Frustrating setup and migration process
Bugs and requests
ScreenLogic Connect
Reported bugs
4 issues- Unreliable local and remote connections
- Temperature and heating controls not functioning properly
- Schedules not executing as programmed
- Lighting controls not responding as expected
Requested features
4 requests- Customizable lighting options
- Improved scheduling flexibility
- Seamless integration with smart home platforms
- Detailed usage history and analytics
Pentair Pool
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes and freezes
- Inaccurate sensor readings
- Scheduling and automation issues
- Inability to delete or modify existing configurations
Requested features
4 requests- More scheduling and automation options
- Improved integration with other smart home devices
- Better data visualization and reporting
- Ability to create user profiles and access controls
In-app purchases
ScreenLogic Connect
No in-app purchases
Pentair Pool
No in-app purchases
Questions
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