Comparison

Dataplicity vs Sense V3

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

Head to head
About

Dataplicity

Access your Raspberry Pi shell remotely from any network without complex configurations like dynamic DNS or port forwarding. This secure solution uses a client-initiated connection, eliminating the need for SSH or open ports on your device.

Highlights
  • Remote shell access
  • No dynamic DNS needed
  • No port forwarding required
  • Works behind NAT/firewalls
  • Secure websockets connection
  • No SSH required
  • Agent runs without root
Features
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Dataplicity helps teams support connected Linux devices after they ship, wherever the work happens. Use the Dataplicity iOS app to find the right device, check live status, and take the next support action without going back to a laptop. With Dataplicity you can: - Search enrolled devices by name or ID - See current device status at a glance - Review service endpoint, heartbeat, user impact, and device monitor signals - Acknowledge or escalate open incidents - Confirm fixes when work is complete - Open terminal access for a selected device when shell access is the fastest path - Reach docs, help, and account settings from the app Dataplicity is built for real support work: customer sites, production floors, field visits, and incident response. Start with the easy checks, understand what is happening, and keep the work moving from your iPhone or iPad. Dataplicity access requires an active Dataplicity account and enrolled devices.

About

Sense V3

Features
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Sense V3 is the upgrade of the original PoolSense app. It is backwards compatible with existing PoolSense devices and works with new PoolSense v3 devices, bringing cutting-edge water monitoring technology to your fingertips. Our advanced sensors provide real-time water quality data, ensuring your water meets the highest standards. Key Features: • Upgrade of the original PoolSense app—backwards compatible with old and new PoolSense devices • Real-time water quality monitoring • Smart alerts and notifications • Automated recommendations • Historical data tracking • Multi-parameter analysis (pH, temperature, chlorine, etc.) • Easy-to-understand visualizations • Export data for analysis • Remote monitoring capabilities Perfect for: • Residential water systems • Commercial facilities • Industrial applications • Research and development Stay informed about your water quality with Sense V3. Get instant alerts when parameters fall outside optimal ranges and receive automated recommendations to maintain perfect water conditions. Download Sense V3 today and experience the future of water monitoring technology.

Screenshots

Dataplicity4 screens
Sense V34 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Dataplicity at 4 against Sense V3's 2. Sense V3's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Dataplicity versus Sense V3: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDataplicitySense V3
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (163 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews78.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings163 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.113.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB43 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMachineForest LtdTerrence Booysen

Bugs and requests

Dataplicity

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • App crashes before any action can be taken
  • App crashes when trying to add a system/device
  • In-call status bar pushes terminal down, hiding part of the special function keyboard
  • Third-party keyboards of different heights block the bottom half of the special function keyboard
  • App does not auto-scroll or allow manual scrolling on screen
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  • Cannot connect to Pi from auto-connect or command line
  • Custom actions are not always working
  • Unreachable devices remain unreachable, no way to delete them

Requested features

7 requests
  • Add a widget for one-click access to custom actions
  • Add proper keyboard support with control, tab, escape keys
  • Allow font size adjustment
  • Improve terminal colors
  • Allow landscape mode for the terminal
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  • Add a dark mode option
  • Improve bandwidth offerings on paid subscriptions

Sense V3

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Dataplicity

No in-app purchases

None

Sense V3

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Dataplicity free?
Dataplicity is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sense V3 free?
Sense V3 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Dataplicity or Sense V3 have ads?
Neither Dataplicity nor Sense V3 shows ads.

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