Comparison

CONNECT vs SkyEnergi BMS

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

Head to head
About

CONNECT

Features
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The CONNECT-X app transforms your smartphone or wearable into a remote command mic, allowing you to roam freely around your vessel while managing communication, navigation, and emergency functions from anywhere onboard. With the app installed, you can access AIS data for enhanced convenience and safety, respond instantly to emergencies with MOB alerts and recovery locations, and stay informed of CPA, anchor drift, and inbound DSC messages. You can also maintain full control over VHF communications, including private or vessel-wide crew communications and PA system management.

About

SkyEnergi BMS

Features
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The SkyEnergi BMS app gives you full control of your LiFePOβ‚„ batteries equipped with SkyEnergi Smart BMS. Monitor battery performance, check system health, and optimise energy usage with ease. Key Features: Live monitoring of voltage, current, temperature, individual cell voltages, and state of charge (SOC) View historical graphical data while connected to your SkyEnergi battery Fast, stable Bluetooth connection for real-time updates Easy-to-read insights to help you maximise battery performance and lifespan A powerful combination β€” the SkyEnergi BMS app and SkyEnergi Smart BMS work together to deliver smarter, more reliable energy management.

Screenshots

CONNECT4 screens
SkyEnergi BMS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: SkyEnergi BMS at every 2 weeks against CONNECT's every 2 months. SkyEnergi BMS also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). CONNECT's advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CONNECT ships an update every 2 months, SkyEnergi BMS every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
CONNECT versus SkyEnergi BMS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCONNECTSkyEnergi BMS
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch β€” betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size68 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSRT Marine Systems plcGlobal Stock Systems Ltd

In-app purchases

None

CONNECT

No in-app purchases

None

SkyEnergi BMS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CONNECT free?
CONNECT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SkyEnergi BMS free?
SkyEnergi BMS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CONNECT or SkyEnergi BMS have ads?
Neither CONNECT nor SkyEnergi BMS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CONNECT or SkyEnergi BMS?
CONNECT ships an update every 2 months, and SkyEnergi BMS every 2 weeks. Most recently, CONNECT was updated on October 25, 2026 and SkyEnergi BMS on October 28, 2026.

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