MeshMapper vs LinkPower Companion
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MeshMapper
This utility app connects to companion devices to discover nearby mesh network repeaters. It uses GPS to tag pings and automatically uploads coverage data to a community map. Users can view signal strength and contribute to mapping mesh network coverage.
- Bluetooth Low Energy connection
- Real-time GPS tracking
- Discover mesh network repeaters
- View signal strength (RSSI/SNR)
- Automatic community database upload
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MeshMapper is a wardriving app for MeshCore mesh network devices. Connect to your MeshCore companion device via Bluetooth, send GPS-tagged pings to discover nearby repeaters, and contribute coverage data to the community mesh map. FEATURES • Bluetooth Low Energy connection to MeshCore devices • Real-time GPS tracking with automatic ping mode • Discover and track mesh network repeaters • View signal strength (RSSI/SNR) for each repeater • Automatic upload to MeshMapper community database Help map mesh network coverage in your area and contribute to the growing MeshMapper community!
LinkPower Companion
Monitor your portable power station's battery, power draw, and runtime directly from your iPhone. Features include glanceable widgets, Live Activities, and remote control of DC and USB-C ports. Automate power usage with scheduled timers and configure power limits for your devices.
- Glanceable Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets
- Live Activities for Dynamic Island and Lock Screen
- Real-time battery, voltage, and power draw monitoring
- Remote DC and USB-C port control
- Automated DC on/off scheduling
- Configurable USB-C power limits
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LinkPower Companion helps you monitor and control compatible Link-Power batteries from your iPhone. Connect nearby over Bluetooth, or use optional PeakDo cloud access for remote monitoring on supported devices. GLANCEABLE LIVE STATUS - Home Screen widgets in small, medium, and large sizes show battery level, power draw, and estimated runtime - Lock Screen widgets put your battery one swipe away - Live Activities follow charging and discharging in the Dynamic Island and on the Lock Screen - Readings refresh when a connection is available; iOS controls background updates PERFECT FOR STARLINK MINI Take your Starlink Mini off-grid with confidence. Use the LinkPower app to: - Track remaining runtime so you know how much streaming, calls, or work time is left - Watch live power draw to confirm your dish is pulling its expected wattage - Schedule DC on/off windows to conserve battery overnight or on a duty cycle - Glance at your Lock Screen Live Activity for live status without unlocking OPTIONAL CLOUD ACCESS Sign in to your PeakDo account to link supported batteries and monitor them remotely. Cloud features require an account, a compatible battery, and an internet connection. Nearby Bluetooth monitoring does not require a PeakDo account. REAL-TIME MONITORING View live battery level, voltage, current, power draw, and estimated remaining time. Watch readings update automatically as your device charges or discharges. DC PORT CONTROL Turn the DC output on or off directly from your phone. Monitor DC voltage, current, and power. Toggle DC bypass mode on supported devices. USB-C PORT STATUS Track USB-C charging and discharging activity, power readings, and port temperature. Control USB-C output on compatible hardware. SCHEDULED TIMERS Create automated DC on/off schedules. Available schedule types and capacity depend on your battery model and firmware. POWER LIMIT CONFIGURATION Adjust supported USB-C power limits. Available controls and power ranges depend on your battery model and firmware. ADDITIONAL FEATURES - Custom device names and battery-level alerts - Optional Starlink connection statistics on your local network - In-app support requests with diagnostics - Account deletion requests from Settings - Sync your phone's clock to the device - View firmware version and hardware details - Expert mode with advanced device controls - Demo mode to explore the app without hardware SUPPORTED DEVICES - Link-Power 1 (LP1) - Link-Power 2 (LP2) - Link-Power+ (LP+) - Link-Power 3 (LP3) Requires iOS 17 or later and a compatible PeakDo Link-Power device. Use Demo Mode to explore the LinkPower app without hardware. The LinkPower app is an unofficial, community-built companion. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or supported by PeakDo Tech, the manufacturer of the Link-Power hardware, Starlink, or SpaceX. Link-Power, PeakDo, and Starlink are trademarks of their respective owners. Questions or feedback? Visit https://linkpower.app or email support@linkpower.app — we read every message. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: MeshMapper at 4.4 against LinkPower Companion's 3.3. MeshMapper also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and review sentiment (43% vs 10%). On price, update cadence 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
Both are free to download. LinkPower Companion sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year. MeshMapper asks for nothing beyond the download.
MeshMapper holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 23 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of MeshMapper's written reviews are positive against 10% of LinkPower Companion's.
MeshMapper ships an update fortnightly, LinkPower Companion every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.
| Parameter | MeshMapper | LinkPower Companion |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (23 ratings) — better | 3.3 (6 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews — better | 10.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 23 — better | 6 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 39 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | CHRISTOPHER CARL SCHNOBB | Latch Creative Studios, LLC |
Customer experience
MeshMapper
LinkPower Companion
In-app purchases
MeshMapper
No in-app purchases
LinkPower Companion
- Pro Yearly Plus3 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Pro Lifetime$29.99
- Pro Lifetime Plus$39.99
- LinkPower Companion Lifetime$49.99
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- LinkPower Companion Lifetime$59.99
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