# PAL Commander vs Mobile Link for Generators

The clearest difference is rating: Mobile Link for Generators at 4.8 against PAL Commander's 1.0. Mobile Link for Generators also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 48 months) and ratings volume (86K vs 1). PAL Commander's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Mobile Link for Generators sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.39 per month. PAL Commander asks for nothing beyond the download.

Mobile Link for Generators holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mobile Link for Generators has 86K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

PAL Commander ships an update every 48 months, Mobile Link for Generators monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PAL Commander | Mobile Link for Generators |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pal-commander/id734217020/reviews) | **[4.8 (86K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mobile-link-for-generators/id829129497/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **86K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 84.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 48 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#116** |
| Size | 3 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PAL Lighting](https://appshunter.io/developer/567905333) | [Generac Power Systems, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/829129500) |

## What reviewers say

### PAL Commander

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pal-commander/id734217020)

This app allows you to control your wire PAL swimming pool lights. It provides a 12V A/C supply for multiple light units and offers precise color advancement with a memory function. Manage your pool lighting with ease through its intuitive interface.

**Highlights:** Controls wire PAL swimming pool lights, Provides 12V A/C supply, Supports PAL-Treo or PAL-2000 lights, Precise color advance function, 2 Channel Control (8 outputs), Memory Function

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Mobile Link for Generators

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mobile-link-for-generators/id829129497)

**Currently charting:** #116 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Monitor and control your home standby generator and propane tank remotely from your smartphone or tablet. Receive real-time status updates, customize notifications, track maintenance, and gauge fuel levels for guaranteed power.

**Highlights:** Real-time generator status monitoring, Customizable status notifications, Maintenance history tracking, Remote setting adjustments, Fuel level gauging, Connect with dealers, Cellular monitoring upgrade

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Single Fuel Monitor Premium | $3.39 | per month |
| Single Generator Premium | $7.49 | per month |
| Single Home Premium | $10.99 | per month |
| Multi Home Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| Single Fuel Monitor Premium | $33.99 | per year |
| Single Generator Premium | $74.99 | per year |
| Single Home Premium | $108.99 | per year |
| Multi-Home Premium | $149.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Reliable generator performance
- 📡 Useful monitoring capabilities
- 🔋 Assurance of backup power

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Frequent WiFi disconnections
- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable app
- 💰 Expensive subscription for basic features
- 📊 Lack of advanced monitoring and control

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Inconsistent status updates
- Difficulty reconnecting after power outages

**Requested features**

- Remote start/stop capabilities
- Real-time power consumption data
- Customizable exercise schedules
- Improved push notification system


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PAL Commander free?

PAL Commander is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Mobile Link for Generators free?

Mobile Link for Generators is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PAL Commander or Mobile Link for Generators?

Mobile Link for Generators is rated higher. PAL Commander averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Mobile Link for Generators averages 4.8 from 86K ratings.

### Do PAL Commander or Mobile Link for Generators have ads?

Neither PAL Commander nor Mobile Link for Generators shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PAL Commander or Mobile Link for Generators?

PAL Commander ships an update every 48 months, and Mobile Link for Generators monthly. Most recently, PAL Commander was updated on October 9, 2026 and Mobile Link for Generators on October 15, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*