Comparison

FluvalConnect vs TimegrapherZ

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

Head to head
About

FluvalConnect

Control and customize your aquatic environment with this app. It allows for independent color channel adjustments, programmable light cycles, and preset environments for a captivating aquarium experience. Compatible with various Fluval LED lighting systems.

Highlights
  • Manual, Auto, and Pro operating modes
  • Independent color channel control
  • Programmable 24-hour light cycle
  • Preset environments
  • Dynamic effects
  • Multiple device control
Features
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The intuitive FluvalConnect app unlocks a world of possibilities, allowing you to customize an immersive aquatic experience that captivates and inspires. For use with the following Fluval devices: - Aquasky 3.0 / 2.0 LED - Plant PRO LED - Plant 4.0 / 3.0 LED - Plant Nano 4.0 / 3.0 LED - Reef 4.0 LED - Reef Nano 4.0 LED - Marine 3.0 LED - Marine Nano 3.0 LED - Siena 2.0 Aquarium LED / Siena Aquarium LED - Roma 2.0 Aquarium LED / Roma Aquarium LED - Shaker 2.0 Aquarium LED / Shaker Aquarium LED - V&V Aquarium LED Key features: - Manual / Auto / Pro operating modes - Independent color channel control and customization - Programmable 24-hour light cycle - Preset environments - Dynamic effects (Aquasky 3.0 / 2.0 LED, all 4.0 generation LEDs, all 2.0 generation aquarium LEDs) - Multiple device control (Aquasky 3.0 LED) Mobile device requirements: - iOS 13.0 and above. - Bluetooth version BLE 4.0 and above (Optional Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz connectivity – Aquasky 3.0 LED)

About

TimegrapherZ

Features
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Ever wonder if your favorite automatic watch is running a little fast, or if that vintage piece you just picked up needs a service? AccuBeat turns your iPhone into a fully functional mechanical watch timegrapher, right in your pocket. Whether you're a seasoned watchmaker, an avid Seiko modder, or a collector who just wants to keep tabs on your timepieces, we’ve made measuring watch accuracy as simple and accessible as possible. There is no need to shell out for clunky, expensive diagnostic machinery. AccuBeat uses your device's built-in microphone to listen to the literal heartbeat of your watch. Want to take your bench setup to the next level? AccuBeat works seamlessly with external piezo microphones, especially those affordable watch timegraphers you can easily pick up on AliExpress. Just plug one in, and you instantly have a pro-level regulation tool right on your desk! Key Features to Keep Your Collection Ticking: Your Pocket Watch Timegrapher: Instantly measure the daily rate (seconds per day) and beat error (ms) of your mechanical and automatic watches. Smart Auto-Detection: Not sure what frequency your watch runs at? The app automatically listens and detects the correct Beats Per Hour (BPH), supporting everything from vintage 14,400 BPH slow-beats to modern 28,800 BPH hi-beat movements. Track Your Watch Collection: Save your readings in the Recordings log. Compare how your timepiece performs over time, or check if your recent regulation finally got it running to COSC standards. Simple, Visual Diagnostics: You don't need to be a professional watchmaker to understand the data. Easy-to-read dials let you know instantly if your accuracy is "Poor," "Fair," or spot-on.

Screenshots

FluvalConnect4 screens
TimegrapherZ4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: FluvalConnect at Free against TimegrapherZ's $2.99. FluvalConnect also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On 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

FluvalConnect is free to download; TimegrapherZ costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FluvalConnect ships an update monthly, TimegrapherZ every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
FluvalConnect versus TimegrapherZ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFluvalConnectTimegrapherZ
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating2.3 (42 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews19.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings42 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRolf C Hagen Inc.Noubug Technologies Limited

In-app purchases

None

FluvalConnect

No in-app purchases

None

TimegrapherZ

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FluvalConnect free?
FluvalConnect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TimegrapherZ free?
TimegrapherZ costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do FluvalConnect or TimegrapherZ have ads?
Neither FluvalConnect nor TimegrapherZ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FluvalConnect or TimegrapherZ?
FluvalConnect ships an update monthly, and TimegrapherZ every 4 months. Most recently, FluvalConnect was updated on October 28, 2026 and TimegrapherZ on October 28, 2026.

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