Comparison

PoolVault vs MyPoolGuy

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

Head to head
About

PoolVault

This app simplifies pool maintenance by using AI to analyze test strips from a photo. It provides a health score, personalized chemical recommendations, and tracks your pool's history and equipment. Manage your pool care effortlessly with smart insights and a maintenance log.

Highlights
  • AI test strip scanning
  • Pool health score
  • Personalized chemical recommendations
  • Chemical inventory tracking
  • Full history and trends
  • Equipment and maintenance logging
  • Troubleshooting wizard
Features
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Pool Vault takes the guesswork out of pool maintenance. Just snap a photo of your test strip and let AI do the rest -- you'll get a full water analysis, a health score, and step-by-step instructions on exactly what to add and how much. HOW IT WORKS Dip your test strip like you normally would Open Pool Vault and snap a photo Get instant results with a clear health score Follow personalized chemical recommendations That's it. No charts. No math. No squinting at color pads in the sun. WHAT YOU GET AI-Powered Strip Scanning -- Supports AquaChek, HTH, Clorox, Taylor, and Poolmaster strips. The AI reads your strip against brand-specific reference charts for accurate results. Pool Health Score -- One number that tells you how your water is doing, with color-coded breakdowns for pH, chlorine, alkalinity, hardness, and more. Smart Recommendations -- Know exactly which chemicals to add, how much based on your pool size, and how long to wait between treatments. No more overdosing or guessing. Chemical Inventory -- Track what you have on hand so you never run out mid-season. Low stock alerts keep you ahead of the game. Full History & Trends -- See how your water quality changes over time with charts and logged results. Spot problems before they become expensive. Equipment Tracker -- Log your pump, filter, heater, and SWG with model numbers and warranty dates. Everything in one place. Maintenance Log -- Record backwashes, filter cleans, and seasonal tasks. Never wonder "when did I last do that?" Troubleshooting Wizard -- Green water? Cloudy pool? Walk through guided steps to diagnose and fix common problems fast. Shopping List -- AI suggests what you need, and you can tap to buy on Amazon. Weather Integration -- Real-time conditions and UV index so you know how the weather is affecting your water. Works with salt, chlorine, and bromine pools. Inground or above ground. Your data is encrypted and synced across devices. Your pool, your data, always private. BUILT FOR REAL POOL OWNERS We built Pool Vault because we were tired of apps that make pool care more complicated than it needs to be. This one just works. Dip, snap, done. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you. Terms of Use (EULA): https://poolvault.onrender.com/terms

About

MyPoolGuy

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MyPoolGuy is now completely FREE to download — the pool guy in your pocket, for every pool owner. Stop guessing what to put in your pool. Enter your water test readings and MyPoolGuy's dosing engine tells you exactly what to add and how much — for chlorine pools, salt water pools, bromine pools, and hot tubs. WATER TESTING MADE SIMPLE • Works with the test strips or liquid kit you already own — just enter your readings • Instant analysis of free chlorine, pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness, cyanuric acid, and salt • Clear, color-coded results you can actually understand EXACT CHEMICAL DOSING • Precise amounts based on your pool's volume — in pounds, ounces, or gallons • Chlorine, salt water, and bromine pools, plus hot tubs and spas • Step-by-step plans for common problems like algae and cloudy water • Know exactly what to buy before you walk into the store FIND A PRO • Locate pool service pros and retail pool supply stores near you • See ratings and reviews from other pool owners • Rate and review your own pool pro LOCAL DEALS • Participating local pool stores send deals and promos straight to the app SERVICE REPORTS & HISTORY • Keep a clean history of your water tests and service visits FULLY BILINGUAL • Every screen in English and Spanish — switch anytime FREE TO USE MyPoolGuy is free to download and free to use. An optional Pro subscription adds extras like trend charts and smart insights — the core toolkit stays free. Whether you're opening the pool for the season, fighting cloudy water, balancing a salt water pool, or keeping a hot tub crystal clear, MyPoolGuy gives you a straight answer in seconds. The pool guy in your pocket. Download free today.

Screenshots

PoolVault4 screens
MyPoolGuy4 screens

Verdict

The call

PoolVault and MyPoolGuy are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. PoolVault sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month and MyPoolGuy sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PoolVault ships an update fortnightly, MyPoolGuy every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
PoolVault versus MyPoolGuy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPoolVaultMyPoolGuy
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCass MieczakowskiDubas Digital LLC

In-app purchases

1 purchases

PoolVault

Subscriptions1
  • Pool Vault Premium$4.991 Month
1 purchases

MyPoolGuy

Subscriptions1
  • MyPoolGuy Pro3 Months trial$0.991 Month

Questions

Is PoolVault free?
PoolVault is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MyPoolGuy free?
MyPoolGuy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PoolVault or MyPoolGuy have ads?
Neither PoolVault nor MyPoolGuy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PoolVault or MyPoolGuy?
PoolVault ships an update fortnightly, and MyPoolGuy every 9 days. Most recently, PoolVault was updated on October 14, 2026 and MyPoolGuy on October 6, 2026.

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