IY-LITE vs. IY-HUB2: Which Device is Right for You?

Modified on Fri, 27 Jun at 4:43 PM

Insytly offers two powerful hardware options for remote asset management: the IY-LITE and the IY-HUB2. While they look similar, they are designed for different applications.

This guide provides a clear comparison to help you choose the perfect device for your specific needs.

At a Glance: The Key Difference

IY-LITE: Is a streamlined, power-efficient monitoring device. It's designed to be a "plug-and-play" solution to report on the essential health and location of your assets.
IY-HUB2: Is a comprehensive monitoring and control hub. It's a fully configurable device designed for users who need advanced data, integrations, and the ability to remotely control other equipment.

Side-by-Side Feature Comparison

Feature	IY-LITE	IY-HUB2
Primary Function	Monitoring Only	Monitoring & Control
Remote Control	No Relay Support	Yes, supports a 4-channel Relay Module for remote switching and reboots.
Configuration	Non-configurable	Fully configurable via the Insytly cloud platform.
Report Interval	Fixed at 15 minutes	User-configurable (from 1 to 300 minutes, plus a "LIVE" tariff option).
Analogue Inputs	2x (0-70V DC)	8x Total: 6x (0-70V DC) and 2x (0-10V DC).
Special Inputs	1x Trigger/Boot Pin	1x Trigger/Boot Pin, 2x Temperature Sensor inputs, 2x VE.Direct expansion channels.
Accelerometer	Fixed 1.8G impact trigger	Fully configurable G-force threshold for custom movement and tamper alerts.
Power Draw (at 12V)	~4mAh (optimised for efficiency)	~5mAh (at 15 min interval), higher with more frequent reporting or live mode.

Who is the IY-LITE for?

The IY-LITE is the perfect choice when your primary goal is simple, reliable, and power-efficient monitoring.

Choose the IY-LITE if you need to:

Track the GPS location of your assets.
Monitor the main battery voltage of your equipment.
Monitor up to two additional voltage sources (e.g., an auxiliary battery or solar panel output).
Receive alerts for significant impacts or movement (tampering).
Have a "set and forget" solution with maximum battery life.

Ideal Applications: Basic tracking for trailers, monitoring power on small solar lighting towers, simple vehicle battery health monitoring etc.

Who is the IY-HUB2 for?

The IY-HUB2 is the ultimate solution when you need deep insights, flexibility, and the ability to take action remotely.

Choose the IY-HUB2 if you need to:

Remotely control other equipment – turn lights on/off, activate pumps, or reboot unresponsive cameras and routers.
Monitor a complex power system with multiple battery banks, solar arrays, and other inputs.
Integrate directly with Victron Energy systems via VE.Direct for rich power data.
Monitor temperature in sensitive areas (e.g., inside an equipment cabinet).
Customise reporting intervals and alert thresholds for specific operational needs.

Ideal Applications: Solar-powered CCTV and ANPR systems, complex off-grid power solutions, construction equipment with multiple sensors, advanced marine systems.

Additional Information

All of our hardware is designed and manufactured in-house on the sunny Isle of Wight, UK.

If you have any further questions about which device is right for your use case, please contact our support team.