Comparison

TankTorq vs VacuPilot

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

Head to head
About

TankTorq

This app provides intelligent control and real-time monitoring for specific electric vehicles via Bluetooth. It allows users to adjust settings, view performance data, and update device firmware wirelessly. The application prioritizes user privacy with local data storage and encrypted communication.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth quick connection
  • Real-time data monitoring
  • Intelligent control adjustments
  • Parameter settings
  • OTA firmware updates
  • Data visualization charts
Features
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TankTorq is the official companion application for the TK1/TK2/TK3 electric vehicle, enabling intelligent control and real-time monitoring via Bluetooth connection. 【 Core Functions 】 • Bluetooth Quick Connection - Scan or QR code for quick pairing • Real-time Data Monitoring - Speed, battery, temperature, Mileage • Intelligent Control - Power, light, gear, braking Adjustment • Parameter Settings - Speed limit, Light flickering speed, Sound Settings • Firmware Update - OTA Wireless update of device firmware • Data chart - Visual display of vehicle data [Safety and Privacy] • Local data storage No upload to the server • No collection of any personal information • Bluetooth encrypted communication protection [System Requirements] • iOS 13.0 or higher version • Devices supporting Bluetooth 4.0 (BLE) • Must be used in conjunction with TK1/TK2/TK3 electric vehicle devices;It is a stand-alone version without the need for an Internet connection.

About

VacuPilot

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The native iOS app for robot vacuums running open-source firmware. VacuPilot is a true native iOS app, built from the ground up — no web wrappers, no Electron ports, no compromises. WHY VACUPILOT? • 100% Native Swift & SwiftUI Built with the latest Apple technologies for a fluid, responsive experience. No web views, no loading times — pure iOS performance. • No Cloud, No Data Collection Your data stays with you. VacuPilot communicates exclusively locally with your robots. No tracking, no ads, no hidden services. • Multi-Robot Support Manage all your robots in one app. Perfect for smart homes with multiple floors. INTERACTIVE MAP • Live map with real-time robot position and pinch-to-zoom • Tap rooms directly — cleaning order shown as numbered badges • Zone cleaning: Draw custom areas • Create virtual walls & no-go zones • Save and navigate to GoTo points • Save and restore map snapshots • Offline map cache — map visible even without connection CLEANING CONTROL • Start, stop, pause with one tap • Room cleaning with selectable passes and custom order • Adjust suction power & water usage • Manual joystick control • Timers for automatic cleanings • Do Not Disturb mode with schedule ROBOT MANAGEMENT • Real-time status via SSE — battery, position, activity live • Consumables tracking with low-level warnings • Cleaning statistics & history • Firmware updates directly from the app with progress display • Dock functions (auto-empty, mop drying) • Switch voice packs • MQTT & NTP configuration • WiFi management with signal strength APPLE INTEGRATION • Siri Shortcuts for quick actions • Push notifications: Cleaning done, robot stuck, errors • Background monitoring — status updates even when app is closed • VoiceOver support for full accessibility • Dark Mode AUTOMATIC DISCOVERY Robots on your network are found automatically via Bonjour (mDNS) and IP scan. Just open the app and start cleaning. SUPPORTED ROBOTS All robot vacuums running a compatible open-source firmware with a local REST API. PRIVACY VacuPilot is GDPR compliant. No data leaves your device. No analytics, no trackers, no cloud. Zero external dependencies — not even a third-party SDK.

Screenshots

TankTorq4 screens
VacuPilot4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TankTorq at none against VacuPilot's 3. TankTorq also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). VacuPilot's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On price and ads 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

Both are free to download. VacuPilot sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. TankTorq asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TankTorq ships an update monthly, VacuPilot weekly. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
TankTorq versus VacuPilot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTankTorqVacuPilot
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB7 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperZhejiang E-TWOW Electric Vehicle Co.Ltd.Simon Luthe

In-app purchases

None

TankTorq

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

VacuPilot

One-time3
  • Small Thanks$1.99
  • Big Thanks$3.99
  • Huge Thanks$4.99

Questions

Is TankTorq free?
TankTorq is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VacuPilot free?
VacuPilot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TankTorq or VacuPilot have ads?
Neither TankTorq nor VacuPilot shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TankTorq or VacuPilot?
TankTorq ships an update monthly, and VacuPilot weekly. Most recently, TankTorq was updated on November 5, 2026 and VacuPilot on November 5, 2026.

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