SmartComply vs Linko
The Pretreatment Upgrade You've Been Waiting For.
Linko built the category. We respect that. But the category has moved on — and your compliance team shouldn't need a desktop client, a VPN, and a six-month implementation to prove it.
Built For This Decade
Linko pioneered pretreatment software. SmartComply is what comes next — cloud-native, multi-program, and self-serve from day one.
Cloud-Native, Not Cloud-Washed
Linko was built for desktop. SmartComply was born in the browser. No installs. No VPN. No upgrade windows. Your team works from anywhere — your IT department sends you a thank-you card.
Four Programs, One Platform
Linko handles pretreatment. SmartComply handles pretreatment, backflow, FOG, and MS4 — all on one platform, one login, one data model. Stop buying separate systems for each program.
CROMERR Built In From Day One
Identity proofing, SHA-256 document hash, immutable copy of record, and signature receipts — all per 40 CFR 3.2000. Linko doesn't offer CROMERR-grade e-signatures.
Self-Serve Onboarding, Not A 6-Month Implementation
Import your data, configure your limits, and go live in days. No consultants. No project managers. No "Phase 2 kickoff meeting."
Feature-By-Feature
Linko is strong on pretreatment. SmartComply covers that — plus three more programs, modern architecture, and a pricing model that doesn't require a procurement committee.
Platform & Architecture
| Feature | SmartComply | Linko |
|---|---|---|
| 100% cloud-native SaaS — no installs, no VPN | ||
| Modern web UI (works on any browser, any device) | ||
| Automatic updates — always on the latest version | ||
| Multi-tenant data isolation per jurisdiction | ||
| Self-serve onboarding — go live in days |
Compliance Programs
| Feature | SmartComply | Linko |
|---|---|---|
| Industrial Pretreatment | ||
| Backflow & Cross-Connection | ||
| FOG Source Control | ||
| MS4 Stormwater |
Pretreatment Capabilities
| Feature | SmartComply | Linko |
|---|---|---|
| IU permit management with limits & schedules | ||
| Sample tracking with exceedance detection | ||
| SNC determination per 40 CFR 403 | ||
| Configurable rules engine (not just hard-coded logic) | ||
| Automated enforcement ladder (courtesy → formal → final) | ||
| Pretreatment Annual Report from live data |
Regulatory & Audit
| Feature | SmartComply | Linko |
|---|---|---|
| CROMERR-grade e-signatures (identity proofing + copy of record) | ||
| Immutable audit log on every record change | ||
| Document hash verification (SHA-256) |
External Portals & Field
| Feature | SmartComply | Linko |
|---|---|---|
| IU portal with permit & schedule access | ||
| Tester / hauler self-serve portals | ||
| Zero extra seat fees for portal users | Per-seat | |
| Offline-capable mobile field forms | ||
| GIS-linked assets (no Esri license required) |
Pricing & Support
| Feature | SmartComply | Linko |
|---|---|---|
| Published pricing on website | ||
| Free 14-day trial | ||
| Per-module pricing (pay only for what you run) | ||
| No IT infrastructure to maintain | ||
| Bundle discounts across modules | N/A |
Comparison based on publicly available information as of May 2026. Linko is a trademark of Linko Data Solutions / Hach (Veolia). We encourage you to evaluate both products.
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