DimDash
Auto-dimming dashboard app
About
This app transforms your iPad into an always-on smart home dashboard. It intelligently dims the display when not in use to prevent burn-in and offers device display controls for a seamless wall-mounted experience. It supports various dashboard platforms and offers advanced customization options.
What's New in DimDash
1.3.0
August 31, 2026
DimDash 1.3.0 makes Home Assistant setup more reliable and adds settings protection for shared wall panels. - More reliable Home Assistant discovery: local instances appear with their real addresses, and when Home Assistant advertises more than one you can pick the right one (DimDash auto-selects a reachable address) - Choose Dashboard: switch to any dashboard on your Home Assistant without re-authenticating or typing a path - Home Assistant connection fix: resolves "Unable to connect to Home Assistant" for instances that redirect to HTTPS or use a different local address - Improved local HTTP and self-signed HTTPS Home Assistant support with "Allow Local Insecure Connections" - More reliable silent token refresh that automatically recovers when your Home Assistant address changes - Hide Settings Button: remove the gear icon so others can't modify your setup - Lock Settings with PIN: require a 4-digit PIN before the Settings screen can be opened The new discovery, Choose Dashboard, and Settings Access features are available to all users. *Because Home Assistant discovery and authentication flows have changed, you may need to re-authenticate with Home Assistant after updating to v1.3.0.
MoreSubscriptions & In-App Purchases
DimDash Pro Monthly
Monthly DimDash Pro subscription including pro features
FAQ
What is DimDash?
DimDash turns your iPad into a smart home dashboard that automatically dims the screen when idle to prevent burn-in and conserve energy. It offers full-screen display and device control features.
What dashboards does DimDash support?
DimDash supports a wide range of dashboard platforms including Home Assistant, Grafana, Dashy, Homarr, Glance, Node-RED, and Flame. It provides integration templates for easy setup.
Does DimDash have ads?
No, DimDash does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use with optional Pro features available via subscription.
What are the benefits of DimDash Pro?
DimDash Pro unlocks features like multi-dashboard support (up to 5), dashboard cycling, preloaded cycling for smoother transitions, cycle dimming control, proximity detection, scheduled night mode, and custom overlay colors.
How does the proximity detection in DimDash Pro work?
Proximity detection uses the front camera locally on your device to detect your presence. It dims the display when you leave and wakes it when you return, without recording or transmitting any video data.
What devices is DimDash compatible with?
DimDash is compatible with any iPhone or iPad running iOS 16 or later.
How much does DimDash Pro cost?
DimDash Pro is available through a subscription. Options include a monthly plan at $0.99 with a 7-day free trial, and a yearly plan at $9.99.
How often is DimDash updated?
The latest version of DimDash is 1.3.0, last updated on August 31, 2026. Updates typically include new features, bug fixes, and performance improvements.
