# Mobile Link for Generators vs SkyBell

Mobile Link for Generators and SkyBell both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 84% of Mobile Link for Generators's written reviews are positive against 41% of SkyBell's. Mobile Link for Generators also leads on chart position (#131 vs unranked) and ratings volume (86K vs 10K). SkyBell's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. SkyBell asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Mobile Link for Generators against 4.7 for SkyBell. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mobile Link for Generators has 86K ratings behind it against 10K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 84% of Mobile Link for Generators's written reviews are positive against 41% of SkyBell's.

Mobile Link for Generators ships an update monthly, SkyBell every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mobile Link for Generators | SkyBell |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (86K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mobile-link-for-generators/id829129497/reviews)** | [4.7 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skybell/id1565214486/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **86K** | 10K |
| Positive reviews | **84.1% of reviews** | 40.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#131** | — |
| Size | 42 MB | 70 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Generac Power Systems, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/829129500) | [SkyBell Technologies, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/778872211) |

## What reviewers say

### Mobile Link for Generators

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

**Currently charting:** #131 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


### SkyBell

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skybell/id1565214486)

Monitor your home's entry points with HD video and two-way audio. Receive instant alerts for visitors or motion, and integrate with other smart home devices for enhanced security and control.

**Highlights:** HD video monitoring, Two-way audio communication, Instant motion and visitor alerts, Smart home device integration, AI-powered body and facial recognition, Customizable motion zones

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Improved stability
- 💡 New features like motion zones
- 👍 Easy migration from old app
- 🚀 Faster video loading

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Live view issues and crashes
- 🐛 Unreliable motion detection
- 🐛 Connectivity and login problems
- 🐛 Downgrade from old app features

**Reported bugs**

- Videos not saving or available
- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Inability to reconnect device after migration

**Requested features**

- Bring back old app's notification sounds
- Allow multiple users to control the device
- Improve video quality and zoom capabilities


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mobile Link for Generators free?

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

### Is SkyBell free?

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

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

Mobile Link for Generators is rated higher. Mobile Link for Generators averages 4.8 out of 5 from 86K ratings, while SkyBell averages 4.7 from 10K ratings.

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

Neither Mobile Link for Generators nor SkyBell shows ads.

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

Mobile Link for Generators ships an update monthly, and SkyBell every 2 months. Most recently, Mobile Link for Generators was updated on October 17, 2026 and SkyBell 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.*