Comparison

PoolWise vs Pool Chemistry Assistant

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

Head to head
About

PoolWise

Features
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PoolWise makes pool maintenance simple, scientific, and stress-free. Whether you are a new pool owner or a seasoned pro, PoolWise helps you keep your water crystal clear with smart tracking and precise LSI calculations. Stop guessing with chemicals. Start maintaining with confidence. KEY FEATURES: Smart Logs: Easily record pH, Chlorine, Alkalinity, Calcium Hardness, and more. LSI Calculator: Automatically calculates the Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) to protect your pool equipment from corrosion or scaling. Dosage Guide: Get clear indications on whether you need to add chemicals. Multi-Pool Support: Manage multiple pools or spas in one app. Beautiful Charts: Visualize your water quality trends over time (Pro). Inventory Manager: Track your chemical stock levels so you never run out (Pro). Notifications: Get reminded when it's time to test your water. Why PoolWise? Designed with a modern, clean interface, PoolWise removes the complexity of pool chemistry. It’s not just a logbook; it’s your personal pool consultant. Download PoolWise today and enjoy a perfectly balanced pool!

About

Pool Chemistry Assistant

Features
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This app was created so you don't have to go all over the internet and search for all sorts of different answers. It gives you a way to track your basic pool chemistry and also provides basic recommendations to correct pool chemistry so your water is nice and clear. NOTE: If your pool water is completely jacked up, seek professional help in clearing up and sanitizing your pool. This app is intended to help the average pool owner and not be a definitive solution for pool chemistry. The creators of the Pool Chemistry Assistant app make no guarantees or warranty any solutions or results when relying or using the app. Basic functions include: - Having multiple pools (if you're that rich or just want to help others with their pools) - Calculate pool capacity based on basic round or rectangular shape - Has a toggle for if you're using the PoolRX pod in your pump intake basket - Record pH, Chlorine, and Alkalinity readings. - Provide a Treatment Dosage report based on your readings and what to add based on your pool volume. - Log & Notes page shows a graph of 3 weeks of the 3 main readings logged. - You can edit the log entries after you've saved them. - You can save your recordings and logs to iCloud for a back-up but, all data is kept on your device. Any feedback is welcome and appreciated.

Screenshots

PoolWise3 screens
Pool Chemistry Assistant4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: PoolWise at 17 against Pool Chemistry Assistant's 26.5. 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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
PoolWise versus Pool Chemistry Assistant: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPoolWisePool Chemistry Assistant
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyβ€”Every 6 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad β€” better
Requires iOS17 β€” better26.5
Further details β€” not scored
Size3 MB2 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developer倩泽 张Jeremy Gibson

In-app purchases

None

PoolWise

No in-app purchases

None

Pool Chemistry Assistant

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PoolWise free?
PoolWise is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pool Chemistry Assistant free?
Pool Chemistry Assistant is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PoolWise or Pool Chemistry Assistant have ads?
Neither PoolWise nor Pool Chemistry Assistant shows ads.

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