Replacing Pentair SunTouch Controller with Something Better

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I am ready to replace my Pentair SunTouch Solar and Pump controller. Any recommendations on something modern with an app that can do what SunTouch does? Essentially it needs to work with the existing equipment to control pool and cleaner pumps and schedules, solar heating and chlorine generation.

My system details:
In-ground salt-water pool with solar
Sta-Rite InteliPro Pump VS-3050
Polaris PB4-60 Booster Pump
Pentair SunTouch Solar and Pump controller
Pool Pilot Digital Chlorinator
Pentair Legend Platinum Pool Cleaner

Thanks for your suggestions.
 
AFAIK, none of the solar-only controllers are app-enabled, and none of them have been updated for a long time.

You need to move to a full automation system like the Pentair IntelliCenter, which controls solar heat and uses the Pentair Pool app.
 
Thanks for that info. Would Hayward OmniHub or OmniPL also work with my setup? They are significantly cheaper than Pentair IntelliCenter. Just making sure that the controller works for controlling pool and booster pumps with solar and cleaner, and the salt chlorine generator.
 
Imagine said:
Would Hayward OmniHub or OmniPL also work with my setup?
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Sort of. You need to check if OmniHub controls solar.

To control your IntelliPro VS pump you need to the Pump Converter accessory board (HLPMPCONV).

Imagine said:
They are significantly cheaper than Pentair IntelliCenter.
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When you add all the optional boards needed for Hayward it may not be a big difference.

Imagine said:
Just making sure that the controller works for controlling pool and booster pumps with solar and cleaner, and the salt chlorine generator.
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I don't think Hayward or Pentair automation controls a Pool Pilot SWG . You need to check with Autopilot.
 
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