Gidrolock vs VentControl
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Gidrolock
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Gidrolock is a smart app for managing Gidrolock SmartHardware—smart valves, electric actuators, and water leak detection devices—designed to prevent leaks and automate your plumbing system. Key Features: - Leak Detection & Auto Shutoff Instantly detect water leaks and automatically close valves to prevent damage. - Smart Valve & Device Control Remotely control smart valves and electric actuators anytime, anywhere. - Real-Time Monitoring Track water flow, signal strength, battery status, and device health in real time. - Sensor & Water Meter Management Configure various sensor types and water meter settings, including pulse ratio and flow thresholds. - Automation & Cloud Sync Create smart scenes, receive remote notifications, and keep your system synced and updated via the cloud.
VentControl
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VentControl - бесплатное мобильное приложение для дистанционного управления системами вентиляции по сети Wi-Fi. Управляйте вентиляцией со смартфона — просто, удобно, эффективно! Пульт управления всегда у вас в кармане. Мобильное приложение VentControl позволяет дистанционно контролировать и настраивать систему вентиляции в доме, офисе, на предприятии в зоне действия вашей сети Wi-Fi. Регулируйте температуру, скорость потока воздуха, устанавливайте задания и режимы работы прямо со смартфона. Интуитивно понятный интерфейс, уведомления о неполадках, архив аварий, энергосбережение и полная автоматизация — всё для вашего комфорта и приятного микроклимата.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: VentControl at every 2 months against Gidrolock's every 9 months. Gidrolock's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Gidrolock ships an update every 9 months, VentControl every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Gidrolock | VentControl |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 201 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | GIDRORESURS, OOO | ELECTROTEST ENGINEERING |
In-app purchases
Gidrolock
No in-app purchases
VentControl
No in-app purchases
Questions
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Do Gidrolock or VentControl have ads?
Which is updated more often, Gidrolock or VentControl?
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