Comparison

HomeDash vs IST

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

HomeDash

Manage your smart home devices with customizable dashboards and intuitive controls. Organize scenes, control multiple devices at once, and create new scenes quickly. Enjoy a reliable and user-friendly experience for all your HomeKit and Matter needs.

Highlights
  • Customizable dashboards
  • Organized scenes in folders
  • Efficient device management
  • Quick scene creation
  • Group control
  • Spotlight integration
Features
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· No subscription. So far free updates for over 10 years · Thousands of happy customers worldwide HomeDash: The Ultimate HomeKit and Matter App Discover the most beautiful and intuitive way to manage your HomeKit and Matter devices with HomeDash. Designed with a clear focus on user experience, stability, and performance, HomeDash is your complete solution for all HomeKit needs. Key Features: · Customizable Dashboards: Create visually appealing dashboards for effortless device control. · User-Friendly Interface: Quickly access all essential functions with our easy-to-navigate UI. · Organized Scenes: Manage scenes conveniently in folders for better organization. · Efficient Device Management: Apply settings from one device (e.g., a lightbulb) to multiple devices of the same kind with ease. · Quick Scene Creation: Capture current light settings to create new scenes swiftly. · Group Control: Simultaneously control all devices in a group for seamless operation. · Spotlight Integration: Activate scenes directly from Spotlight search for faster access. · Custom Siri Names: Replace accessory names with service names (aka Siri-names) for personalized control. Why Choose HomeDash? · Proven Reliability: Continuously developed for over 10 years with regular updates. · Long-Term Value: Even users from 10 years ago still receive free updates, ensuring ongoing improvements and new features. Enhance your smart home experience with HomeDash, where simplicity meets powerful functionality. Download now and take control of your HomeKit and Matter devices like never before.

About

IST

Features
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Main functions: - Monitor live video streaming from ipdoorbell/ipcamera through 2G/3G/4G connection. - Snapshot picture from live video. - Two-way audio monitor (Simplex or duplex refer to actual model). - Support call notification for IPdoorbell or motion detection alarm for ip camera. - Support QRCode scan/LAN search/Manually input UID.

Screenshots

HomeDash4 screens
IST3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: IST at Free against HomeDash's $14.99. IST also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 17.6). HomeDash's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 37 months). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

IST is free to download; HomeDash costs $14.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HomeDash ships an update every 10 days, IST every 37 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
HomeDash versus IST: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHomeDashIST
Price$14.99Free — better
Rating4.5 (208 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews73.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings208 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 37 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.69.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size172 MB137 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerinbrillio UG (haftungsbeschrankt)IST-MyDoor

In-app purchases

None

HomeDash

No in-app purchases

None

IST

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HomeDash free?
HomeDash costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is IST free?
IST is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do HomeDash or IST have ads?
Neither HomeDash nor IST shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HomeDash or IST?
HomeDash ships an update every 10 days, and IST every 37 months. Most recently, HomeDash was updated on November 1, 2026 and IST on October 26, 2026.

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