Comparison

SkyPro GPS Status Tool vs GenCheck

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

Head to head
About

SkyPro GPS Status Tool

View detailed GPS receiver information, including satellite status and signal strength. Manage route recording and download stored routes. This utility app enhances the functionality of specific GPS receivers.

Highlights
  • View GPS and GLONASS satellite status
  • Display signal strength
  • Show current location
  • Check GPS receiver connection
  • Monitor battery level and charging status
  • Enable/disable automatic route recording
  • Download recorded routes
Features
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The SkyPro app is a simple utility application for use with the SkyPro GPS Receiver from Dual Electronics, model XGPS150(A/E), XGPS160. This app shows detailed information from the GPS receiver including: - The number of GPS and GLONASS satellites in view and their signal strength (GLONASS satellites are not enabled in XGPS150) - Your current location, or an indication that the device is still waiting for satellite information - Whether or not the GPS receiver is actively connected to the iPhone/iPod. - The battery level of the GPS receiver - Whether or not the GPS receiver is charging This app will also allow you to turn on/off automatic route recording, and download the recorded routes stored in the internal memory of the XGPS160. Installation of this app is optional. You do not have to install this app in order to make the GPS receiver work with your iPhone/iPod. Languages: English Requirements: - Compatible with iPhone/iPod. - Requires iOS 13.0 or later - For use ONLY with the SkyPro GPS from Dual Electronics, model XGPS150 and XGPS160.

About

GenCheck

Safely manage generator capacity during power outages. This app helps you determine which devices your generator can power, avoid overloads, and follow critical safety guidelines. It works with any generator type and offers offline functionality for emergencies.

Highlights
  • Generator setup wizard
  • Offline 'Storm Safe' mode
  • Extensive generator database
  • Household device wattage library
  • Real-time capacity monitoring
  • Safety checklists and guidelines
  • Personalized scenario configurations
Features
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POWER WHAT MATTERS GenCheck helps homeowners safely manage generator capacity during power outages. Know exactly which devices your generator can power, avoid dangerous overloads, and follow critical safety guidelines—all in one professional app that works with any gas, propane, solar, or electric battery inverter generator.  The innovative 'Storm Safe' mode ensures the app always works, even without an internet connection! Fuel Load shows how long your generator will run under load. Don't face an outage without it. PERFECT FOR: Hurricane & storm preparation Power outage planning First-time generator owners Emergency preparedness Homeowners in Florida, Louisiana, Texas, the Gulf Coast, the Bahamas, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and storm-prone regions KEY FEATURES Guide Me Mode - Step-by-step wizard walks you through generator setup, cord safety, device selection, and critical safety reviews. Perfect for occasional users and storm preparation. Storm Safe Mode - Fully functional with or without an internet connection. Don't rely on an app that won't work when your wifi is disconnected! Generator Database - Choose from hundreds of the most popular generators from Honda, Generac, Champion, Westinghouse, Predator, Anker, Jackery, and more. Model not listed? Enter custom specifications for any model: track running watts, peak watts, and fuel type. Device Library - Select from dozens of pre-loaded household items, appliances, and tools with accurate wattage ratings. Add custom devices with ease. Track quantity for multiple items. Real-Time Capacity Monitor - See instant feedback on your generator's capacity usage and remaining fuel time. Visual gauges show running load and startup surge requirements. Get immediate warnings if you exceed safe limits. SAFETY CHECKLISTS Comprehensive safety protocols covering: Pre-operation checks Safe starting procedures During operation monitoring Proper shutdown steps Storage & maintenance CRITICAL SAFETY FEATURES Carbon monoxide poisoning prevention Backfeed electrocution warnings Proper positioning guidelines (20+ feet from home) Extension cord capacity requirements GFCI protection education Refueling safety protocols EMERGENCY RESOURCE LINKS CDC Generator Safety Guidelines FEMA Disaster Assistance National Weather Service National Hurricane Center Electrical Safety Foundation Emergency contact numbers PERSONALIZED CONFIGURATIONS Create and save multiple setups for different scenarios: Hurricane evacuation Extended power outage Winter Storm Mode Essential devices only Full home backup STORM RELIEF During emergencies, redeem offer codes for extended free access. We support affected communities when they need it most. AFFILIATE LINKS This app includes affiliate/commission links for products we recommend. If you choose to purchase through these links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. WHO NEEDS GENCHECK? If you've ever asked yourself: "Can my generator handle my refrigerator AND my AC?" "Am I operating my generator safely?" "What's the difference between running watts and starting watts?" "How do I prevent carbon monoxide poisoning?" "Which devices should I power first?" GenCheck provides clear, professional answers backed by official safety guidelines from CDC, FEMA, and OSHA. EDUCATIONAL & INFORMATIVE GenCheck is designed as an educational tool, not a replacement for professional assessment. Always consult: SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS 3-day free trial $3.99/year after trial Cancel anytime Storm relief codes are available during emergencies No credit card required for trial STORM SEASON READY Winter Storm Season runs December 1 - March 30. Atlantic Hurricane Season runs June 1 - November 30.  Download GenCheck before the next storm to ensure you're prepared. Join thousands of homeowners who power what matters safely. Support, Privacy, FAQs: https://www.gencheck.com Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

SkyPro GPS Status Tool4 screens
GenCheck4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: SkyPro GPS Status Tool at Free against GenCheck's $3.99. SkyPro GPS Status Tool also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (30 vs 1). GenCheck's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 2.2) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 months). On ads and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

SkyPro GPS Status Tool is free to download; GenCheck costs $3.99 up front. GenCheck sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per year. SkyPro GPS Status Tool asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GenCheck holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SkyPro GPS Status Tool has 30 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SkyPro GPS Status Tool ships an update every 3 months, GenCheck every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
SkyPro GPS Status Tool versus GenCheck: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSkyPro GPS Status ToolGenCheck
PriceFree — better$3.99
Rating2.2 (30 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews21.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings30 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB4 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperNAMSUNG AMERICA, INC.Kevin Donahue

Customer experience

SkyPro GPS Status Tool

All ratings30 ratings
Positive26.7%
Neutral3.3%
Negative70.0%
Written reviews98 reviews
Positive21.4%
Neutral7.1%
Negative71.4%

GenCheck

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

SkyPro GPS Status Tool

Reported bugs

69 issues
  • App crashes after updating iPad/iOS
  • Cannot get satellite reception
  • App does not connect to GPS device
  • Bluetooth connection issues
  • Firmware update fails or bricks device
Show 64 more
  • App crashes when scrolling satellite page
  • App crashes when deleting trips
  • App crashes when opening trip tab
  • Share function crashes
  • Syncing to puck freezes
  • Position information freezes when charging phone
  • App crashes on launch
  • Trip download page not working
  • App does not recognize GPS unit on iPhone 6
  • Cannot delete tracks from device
  • Setup options are grayed out
  • App crashes when trying to download or delete data
  • App crashes when trying to upload/view trip
  • App crashes when trying to open saved track log
  • App crashes when trying to update firmware
  • App crashes when scrolling to bottom of satellite list
  • Share option for trip data doesn't work
  • Firmware update problematic
  • App crashes on satellite view
  • Battery status inaccurate
  • Firmware update requires specific setting change
  • App crashes on iPhone 5
  • App crashes on iPhone 3GS
  • App crashes on iPhone SE
  • App crashes on iPhone 8
  • App crashes on iPad Pro
  • App crashes on iPhone X
  • App crashes on iPhone 5s
  • App crashes on iPhone 6+
  • App crashes on iPhone 6
  • App crashes on iPhone 7
  • App crashes on iPhone 8 Plus
  • App crashes on iPad Mini
  • App crashes on iPad Air 2
  • App crashes on iPhone SE (iOS 11/12)
  • App crashes on iPhone 5s (iOS 11.4)
  • App crashes on iPhone 5s (iOS 10.3.3)
  • App crashes on iPhone 5s (iOS 9.3.1)
  • App crashes on iPhone 5 (iOS 8.1)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 Plus (iOS 8.4)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 8.1)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 8.3)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 8.4)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 9.3.1)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 10.3.3)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 11.4)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 12)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 13)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 13.3)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 14)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 15)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 16)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 17)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 18)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 19)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 20)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 21)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 22)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 23)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 24)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 25)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 26)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 26.4)
  • App crashes on iPhone 6 (iOS 26.4)

Requested features

9 requests
  • Add Galileo system support
  • Allow deselecting Glonass or GPS
  • Export to GPX and KML formats
  • Add a compass with coordinates
  • Ability to delete all tracks
Show 4 more
  • Add export to Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
  • Improve route tracing for 150 model
  • Add dark mode
  • Improve UI/UX

GenCheck

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

SkyPro GPS Status Tool

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

GenCheck

Subscriptions1
  • GenCheck Annual3 Days trial$3.991 Year

Questions

Is SkyPro GPS Status Tool free?
SkyPro GPS Status Tool is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GenCheck free?
GenCheck costs $3.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SkyPro GPS Status Tool or GenCheck?
GenCheck is rated higher. SkyPro GPS Status Tool averages 2.2 out of 5 from 30 ratings, while GenCheck averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do SkyPro GPS Status Tool or GenCheck have ads?
Neither SkyPro GPS Status Tool nor GenCheck shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SkyPro GPS Status Tool or GenCheck?
SkyPro GPS Status Tool ships an update every 3 months, and GenCheck every 2 days. Most recently, SkyPro GPS Status Tool was updated on October 23, 2026 and GenCheck on October 24, 2026.

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