# Mobile Link for Generators vs CERV

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CERV at none against Mobile Link for Generators's 8. CERV also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 84%) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Mobile Link for Generators's advantage is ratings volume (86K vs 3) and chart position (#132 vs unranked). 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. CERV asks for nothing beyond the download.

CERV holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mobile Link for Generators has 86K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of Mobile Link for Generators's written reviews are positive against 100% of CERV's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mobile Link for Generators | CERV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (86K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mobile-link-for-generators/id829129497/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cerv-ice/id1532351879/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **86K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 84.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#132** | — |
| Size | 42 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **10.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Generac Power Systems, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/829129500) | [Newell Instruments, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1532351881) |

## What reviewers say

### Mobile Link for Generators

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

**Currently charting:** #132 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


### CERV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cerv-ice/id1532351879)

Manage your smart ventilation system remotely. Monitor indoor air quality, view historical performance data, and purchase replacement filters directly through the app. Supports control of multiple units.

**Highlights:** Remote comfort control, Indoor air quality monitoring, Historical performance data, Filter replacement purchasing, Multi-unit support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mobile Link for Generators free?

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

### Is CERV free?

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

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

CERV is rated higher. Mobile Link for Generators averages 4.8 out of 5 from 86K ratings, while CERV averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Mobile Link for Generators or CERV have ads?

Neither Mobile Link for Generators nor CERV shows ads.

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