DC Lithium vs MarsBMS
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
DC Lithium
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DC Lithium Battery monitors status in real-time via Bluetooth. It enhances safety, extends lifespan, and ensures pack stability.
MarsBMS
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MarsBMS is a powerful and easy-to-use app designed for intelligent lithium battery systems. Connect via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi to monitor your battery anytime, anywhere. KEY FEATURES Real-Time Monitoring Stay informed with live data, including State of Charge (SOC), voltage, current, temperature, charge/discharge status, protection status, balancing status, and individual cell voltages. Bluetooth & Wi-Fi Connectivity Connect locally via Bluetooth or access your system remotely over Wi-Fiβflexible for both on-site and off-site monitoring. Global Language Support Supports 9 languages: Chinese, English, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Arabic, French, Persian and Ukrainian Fast & Lightweight Optimized for speed and efficiency with a clean interface and minimal data usage. Secure by Design Read-only system architecture ensures your battery settings remain protectedβno risk of accidental changes.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: MarsBMS at daily against DC Lithium's fortnightly. MarsBMS also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
DC Lithium ships an update fortnightly, MarsBMS daily. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DC Lithium | MarsBMS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Daily β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 46 MB | 52 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Shenzhen Jiesi Darui Technology Co., Ltd. | εζ ζ’ |
In-app purchases
DC Lithium
No in-app purchases
MarsBMS
No in-app purchases
