Reef Pilot vs ReefRanks
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Reef Pilot
Control your modern saltwater aquarium lighting directly from your smartphone. Adjust intensity, color channels, and schedules for optimal coral and fish conditions.
- Bluetooth connection
- Control StratonX aquarium light
- Adjust lighting intensity
- Manage color channels
- Set time schedules
- Intuitive smartphone control
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Reef Pilot App – our expertise for your reef. Control your Straton X conveniently from your smartphone. The new ATI Reef Pilot App for iOS guides you from initial setup to natural lighting for your aquarium. The right light from the start Based on your aquarium dimensions and the number of lights, the app recommends intensity and spectrum settings – for an easy start and lighting tailored to your corals. Keep track of light intensity at every depth Calculated PAR values show you the expected light intensity at different water depths, helping you choose suitable spots for your corals. The natural rhythm of your favourite reef Bring the lighting conditions of renowned reef locations into your aquarium, with a natural lunar cycle, changing moon phases and optional seasonal adjustments to day length. The moon simulation automatically synchronises with sunset in your aquarium.
ReefRanks
This app allows saltwater reef hobbyists to create a digital portfolio of their coral collections. It uses AI for coral identification, unlocks collectible cards, and fosters a global community for enthusiasts to connect and share their passion.
- Digital coral collection portfolio
- AI-powered coral verification
- Collectible Coral Cards
- ReefXP and leaderboards
- Extensive coral database
- Coral marketplace
- Community profiles and connections
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ReefRanks is the ultimate collectors app for saltwater reef hobbyists, transforming your real-life coral collection into a verified digital portfolio. Use AI-powered coral identification to verify corals you actually own, unlock collectible Coral Cards, earn ReefXP, and compete with reefers around the world. Every Coral Card in your collection represents a real coral that has been verified through ReefRanks—making your digital reef a true reflection of your aquarium. Features: • Digital Coral Collection – Organize and showcase the corals you own in a beautiful digital portfolio. Discover new species, complete sets, and grow your collection over time. • Coral Verification – Verify your real corals with AI to add them to your collection and unlock collectible Coral Cards. • ReefXP & Leaderboards – Earn ReefXP for collecting, verifying, and participating in the community. Level up and compete on global leaderboards. • Coral Database – Browse an extensive coral database with active coral listings. • Market Insights – Track coral price trends and market activity to stay informed about the hobby. • Coral Marketplace - Browse physical coral listings from reef hobbyists and sellers and discover new additions for your reef. • Profiles & Community – Create your reef profile, share your collection, and connect with reefers worldwide. • ReefRanks Play – Rip digital packs, discover rare cards, build battle decks, battle opponents, and compete on dedicated Play leaderboards. Whether you're just starting your first reef tank or managing a world-class coral collection, ReefRanks helps you document your journey, grow your collection, and become part of a global community of passionate reef keepers. **Important:** Coral Cards can only be earned by verifying real corals that you own. ReefRanks is designed to celebrate authentic reef keeping and real-world collections. Digital cards collected in Play are separate from your verified real-world coral portfolio. Terms of Service: https://reefranks.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://reefranks.com/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Reef Pilot at none against ReefRanks's 9. Reef Pilot also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (daily vs every 3 weeks). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. ReefRanks sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $7.00 per month. Reef Pilot asks for nothing beyond the download.
Reef Pilot ships an update daily, ReefRanks every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Reef Pilot | ReefRanks |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | — | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Daily — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 31 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | ATI Aquaristik GmbH | ReefRanks, LLC |
Customer experience
Reef Pilot
ReefRanks
In-app purchases
Reef Pilot
No in-app purchases
ReefRanks
- Collector Monthly3 Days trial$7.001 Month
- Pro Reefer Monthly3 Days trial$15.001 Month
- Collector Yearly3 Days trial$70.001 Year
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- Pro Reefer Yearly3 Days trial$150.001 Year
- Coins – Starter Stash$3.00
- Coins – Reef Explorer$7.00
- Coins – Treasure Trove$10.00
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- Coins – Deep Sea Vault$20.00
- Coins – Legendary Hoard$40.00









