EcO Start + Connect – Monitor Your Pool from Anywhere
Monitor Your Pool Wherever You Are
EcO Start + Connect combines the EcO Start connected water analyzer with the iopool cOnnect gateway, giving you access to your pool data even when you are away from home.
EcO Start monitors your water while cOnnect automatically relays its data through your home Wi-Fi connection. From work, on holiday or at a second home, you can check your pool in the iopool app without needing to stand near the water with your smartphone.
The pack is designed for pool owners who want the benefits of EcO Start with the added convenience of remote pool monitoring.
What’s Included in the EcO Start + Connect Pack?
EcO Start connected water analyzer
Placed directly in your pool or spa, EcO Start monitors pH, ORP (disinfection capacity) and water temperature.
→ Discover EcO Start and how connected water analysis works
iopool cOnnect gateway
The Bluetooth/Wi-Fi gateway receives data from EcO Start and relays it through your home Internet connection, making your measurements available remotely in the iopool app.
iopool app
View your measurements, receive alerts and follow personalized maintenance recommendations. All app features are available without a subscription.
6-in-1 test strips
Used for occasional checks of parameters that are not continuously monitored by EcO Start.
Measuring scoop and Quick Start Guide
Everything you need to start monitoring and maintaining your pool.
What Does cOnnect Add to EcO Start?
The standard EcO Start communicates with your smartphone via Bluetooth. You therefore need to be close enough to the pool to retrieve its latest data.
EcO Start + Connect removes this limitation.
Plug cOnnect into a power outlet within your home's Wi-Fi coverage and approximately 15 m (50 ft) of your pool. The gateway communicates with EcO Start via Bluetooth and automatically relays the information through Wi-Fi.
This means you can:
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check your pool data while away from home;
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receive updated measurements without bringing your smartphone close to the pool;
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keep an eye on your water while at work or on holiday;
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monitor a pool at a second home or holiday property.
You do not need Wi-Fi coverage directly at the poolside. cOnnect acts as the bridge between EcO Start and your home Wi-Fi network.
Is EcO Start + Connect Right for You?
Choose EcO Start + Connect if you want to monitor your pool remotely rather than only when you are physically close to it.
The pack is particularly useful if you travel regularly, spend long periods away from home, manage a second residence or simply want your pool data to remain accessible without manually connecting to EcO Start beside the pool.
If you generally check your pool while at home and Bluetooth access is sufficient, the standard EcO Start may be all you need.
EcO Start vs EcO Start + Connect
| Feature | EcO Start | EcO Start + Connect |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic pH, ORP and temperature monitoring | ✓ | ✓ |
| Personalized maintenance recommendations | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth connection near the pool | ✓ | ✓ |
| cOnnect Wi-Fi gateway included | — | ✓ |
| Remote pool monitoring | — | ✓ |
| Access to data while away from home | — | ✓ |
| iopool app without subscription | ✓ | ✓ |
The difference is connectivity: EcO Start provides connected water analysis via Bluetooth, while EcO Start + Connect adds the gateway required to access this information remotely.
→ Discover the standard EcO Start
How Does EcO Start Monitor Your Pool?
EcO Start stays directly in the water and automatically monitors pH, ORP and temperature. The iopool app interprets these readings and turns them into practical maintenance recommendations.
This page focuses on the additional remote-monitoring functionality included with cOnnect. For a detailed explanation of EcO Start, its measurements and pool maintenance recommendations, visit the EcO Start product page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EcO Start and EcO Start + Connect?
EcO Start communicates with your smartphone via Bluetooth when you are close to the pool. EcO Start + Connect includes the cOnnect gateway, which relays EcO Start data through Wi-Fi so you can access your pool information remotely.
Do I need Wi-Fi next to my pool?
No. cOnnect needs to be installed within your home's Wi-Fi coverage and approximately 15 m (50 ft) of the pool. The gateway then communicates with EcO Start via Bluetooth.
Can I check my pool when I am away from home?
Yes. Once cOnnect is correctly installed and connected, EcO Start data is relayed to the cloud and can be viewed through the iopool app while you are away.
Does EcO Start + Connect require a subscription?
No. Access to the iopool app and its features does not require a monthly subscription.
