# HomeWidget for HomeKit — Run Home Scenes from a Widget

> HomeKit scene execution via customizable home screen widgets. (iPhone/iPad app by Andras Solyom.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homewidget-for-homekit/id1547029988 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Andras Solyom](https://appshunter.io/developer/1517401242)
- Category: Lifestyle
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 3.67/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 28 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2021-01-06
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homewidget-for-homekit/id1547029988/reviews.md

## What is HomeWidget for HomeKit?

Run HomeKit scenes from a widget!

Tapping the icon of a scene on the widget will automatically execute the scene without any other action from you.
- Choose from over 300 colorful icons or 180 custom colored icons for your scenes
- Medium size widgets can show up to 18 scenes
- Large size widgets can show up to 36 scenes
- After scene is successfully run app will automatically return to home screen
- Icon size dynamically adjusts to fit the widget depending on the number of scenes you added
- Small size widgets can only show a single scene due to technical restrictions
- Choose from grid view with many scenes, or list view that also shows scene names
- Custom widget background and text color
- To run a scene simply tap any scene on the widget. Thats it. The scene is running.

Please note that only control of scenes is supported, individual accessories cannot be directly controlled, but you can always create a scene for any accessory to add it to a widget.

## Key features

- Run HomeKit scenes from widgets
- Over 300 colorful and custom icons
- Display up to 36 scenes per widget
- Automatic return to home screen
- Customizable widget background and text color
- Grid or list view for scenes

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homewidget-for-homekit/id1547029988/reviews.md

### 4/5 — It’s okay

*2024-08-19, version 1.4*

Not the prettiest or easiest to use, but it works fine

### 1/5 — I hate this

*2022-05-03*

Waste of money

### 1/5 — Widget non-functional

*2021-12-19, version 1.3.1*

I can create a widget with a scene, but it just sits in the Edit page. No way to make it work or move it to an iPhone page

### 5/5 — One step ahead of Apple

*2021-01-13*

Well worth the money. 
Great to be able to create scenes and have them as a shortcut, I love the fact that you can pick lots of different scene pics. 
Well done!

**Developer response:** Thank you for the kind words!

### 5/5 — Great homekit app!

*2021-01-11*

Homekit moves forward very slowly, and this app offers a feature Apple is honestly lacking. Love that there is an iPad app !

**Developer response:** Thank you for the kind words!

## Frequently asked questions about HomeWidget for HomeKit

### Does HomeWidget for HomeKit have ads?

No, HomeWidget for HomeKit is ad-free. The app is a paid download and does not contain advertisements.

### How much does HomeWidget for HomeKit cost?

HomeWidget for HomeKit is a paid app priced at $0.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to all its features.

### What devices support HomeWidget for HomeKit?

HomeWidget for HomeKit is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. It requires iOS 4+.

### How often is HomeWidget for HomeKit updated?

The latest version of HomeWidget for HomeKit is 1.4, last updated on April 6, 2022. Updates typically address bug fixes and feature enhancements.

### Can I control individual accessories with HomeWidget for HomeKit?

HomeWidget for HomeKit currently only supports the control of HomeKit scenes. Individual accessories cannot be directly controlled through the widget, but you can create scenes for them.

### What is the age rating for HomeWidget for HomeKit?

HomeWidget for HomeKit has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users aged 4 and above.

### What do users like about HomeWidget for HomeKit?

Based on limited review data, users appreciate the direct scene execution from widgets and the customization options for icons and widget appearance.

### What are the widget size limitations for HomeWidget for HomeKit?

Small widgets can display a single scene due to technical restrictions. Medium widgets can show up to 18 scenes, and large widgets can display up to 36 scenes.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4 — 2022-04-06

Improvements and bug fixes.

### 1.3.1 — 2021-06-15

Bug fixes and improvements.

### 1.3 — 2021-01-16

New App Icon!
Added 20 more icons in the tinted style.
In icon selection the icon style will always default to the last style you used.
Bug fixes.

If you like the app please consider rating it or writing a review!

### 1.2 — 2021-01-11

iPad support added.
If you like the app please consider rating it!

Fixed a rare bug that caused accessories and scenes to appear twice.
Optimized app size.

### 1.1 — 2021-01-08

After scene is successfully run app will automatically return to home screen.
Added new tinted icons. Color of the icon can be changed in the Settings tab.
Added 30 more color icons.
Home switching: while simultaneous usage of multiple homes is not yet supported, you can switch which home the app uses (if you have multiple)
Bug fixes.
If some widget sizes disappear after update you might have to reinstall the app.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*