# Mobile Link for Generators vs Rain Bird 2.0

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Mobile Link for Generators at 84% against Rain Bird 2.0's 17%. Mobile Link for Generators also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (90K vs 7.9K). Rain Bird 2.0's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8). On price, update cadence, 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. Rain Bird 2.0 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Mobile Link for Generators holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mobile Link for Generators has 90K ratings behind it against 7.9K, 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 17% of Rain Bird 2.0's.

Mobile Link for Generators ships an update monthly, Rain Bird 2.0 every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mobile Link for Generators | Rain Bird 2.0 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (90K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mobile-link-for-generators/id829129497/reviews)** | [4.5 (7.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rain-bird-20/id6472510505/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **90K** | 7.9K |
| Positive reviews | **84.4% of reviews** | 16.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#125** | — |
| Size | 42 MB | 103 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Generac Power Systems, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/829129500) | [Rain Bird Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/958281909) |

## What reviewers say

### Mobile Link for Generators

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

**Currently charting:** #125 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


### Rain Bird 2.0

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rain-bird-20/id6472510505)

Control your sprinklers remotely with this app. Set custom watering schedules, automate weather adjustments, and monitor your system's performance from your mobile device. Save water and money with smart irrigation.

**Highlights:** Remote sprinkler control, Custom watering schedules, Weather-based adjustments, Device mapping, Custom site photos, Improved connection speed

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and reliable connection
- 🌟 Improved user interface
- 📊 Weather forecasting and adjustment features
- 🔒 Secure cloud-based control

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues and disconnections
- 🤔 Confusing setup and registration process
- 🤷‍♀️ Lack of feature parity with previous app version
- 🕰️ Excessive weather adjustments

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to log in or reset credentials
- Zones renamed or disappearing
- Unexpected program start times
- Firmware update issues

**Requested features**

- History of system and station runtimes
- Ability to independently control/schedule programs
- Integration with smart home platforms
- Improved weather data accuracy and customization


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mobile Link for Generators free?

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

### Is Rain Bird 2.0 free?

Rain Bird 2.0 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Mobile Link for Generators or Rain Bird 2.0?

Mobile Link for Generators is rated higher. Mobile Link for Generators averages 4.8 out of 5 from 90K ratings, while Rain Bird 2.0 averages 4.5 from 7.9K ratings.

### Do Mobile Link for Generators or Rain Bird 2.0 have ads?

Neither Mobile Link for Generators nor Rain Bird 2.0 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Mobile Link for Generators or Rain Bird 2.0?

Mobile Link for Generators ships an update monthly, and Rain Bird 2.0 every 3 weeks. Most recently, Mobile Link for Generators was updated on November 1, 2026 and Rain Bird 2.0 on October 31, 2026.

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