# Kasa Smart vs AiDot

Kasa Smart and AiDot both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 82% of Kasa Smart's written reviews are positive against 44% of AiDot's. Kasa Smart also leads on ratings volume (80K vs 8.1K) and chart position (#32 vs #174). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Kasa Smart sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and AiDot sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Kasa Smart against 4.7 for AiDot. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Kasa Smart has 80K ratings behind it against 8.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 82% of Kasa Smart's written reviews are positive against 44% of AiDot's.

Kasa Smart ships an update every 3 weeks, AiDot fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Kasa Smart | AiDot |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (80K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kasa-smart/id1034035493/reviews)** | [4.7 (8.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aidot/id1580685276/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **80K** | 8.1K |
| Positive reviews | **82.1% of reviews** | 44.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#32** | #174 |
| Size | 617 MB | 261 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TP-Link Systems Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1713842892) | [AiDot Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1580685278) |

## What reviewers say

### Kasa Smart

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kasa-smart/id1034035493)

**Currently charting:** #32 Top Grossing · Lifestyle, #120 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Control and monitor your TP-LINK smart home devices from anywhere. Schedule appliances, set Away Mode for security, and manage your connected ecosystem. Offers cloud storage for security cameras.

**Highlights:** Remote device control, Scheduling and automation, Away Mode for security, Cloud video storage, Device configuration, Real-time notifications

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Kasa Care Plus 1 Cam/month | $2.99 | per month |
| Kasa Care Plus 2 Cam/month | $5.99 | per month |
| Kasa Care Plus 3 Cam/month | $8.99 | per month |
| Kasa Care Premium 10 Cam/month | $9.99 | per month |
| Kasa Care Plus 1 Cam/year | $29.99 | per year |
| Kasa Care Plus 2 Cam/year | $59.99 | per year |
| Kasa Care Plus 3 Cam/year | $89.99 | per year |
| Kasa Care Premium 10 Cam/year | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy setup and use
- 🔒 Reliable and secure
- 👍 Convenient remote control
- 👍 Helpful scheduling and automation features
- 👍 Integrates well with smart home ecosystems

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues and device disconnections
- 🐛 Slow app performance and responsiveness
- 🐛 Buggy updates causing functionality loss
- 🔒 Security concerns with unsecured WiFi connections
- 👎 Limited customization and control options

**Reported bugs**

- App getting stuck on terms of service page
- Devices disappearing from the app
- Schedules and automations not working as expected
- Inconsistent time and location settings

**Requested features**

- More flexible scheduling options (e.g. random on/off, sunrise/sunset offsets)
- Ability to share access and control with multiple users
- Improved energy monitoring and reporting
- Expanded compatibility with more smart home devices
- Easier device organization and grouping


### AiDot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aidot/id1580685276)

**Currently charting:** #174 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Effortlessly connect and control your smart home devices with an intuitive interface. Automate routines, create custom scenes, and enhance your living space with smart lighting. Monitor your home's environment for safety and efficiency.

**Highlights:** One-touch device connection, One-tap automation setup, Smart lighting control, Customizable home screen, Environmental monitoring (motion, air quality), Device grouping

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AI Protection (1 Camera) | $1.99 | per month |
| AI Protection (1 Camera) | $2.99 | per month |
| AI Protection (1 Camera) | $2.99 | per month |
| AI Protection (2 Cameras) | $3.99 | per month |
| AI Protection (3 Cameras) | $5.99 | per month |
| AI Protection (2 Cameras) | $5.99 | per month |
| AI Protection(Unlimited Cam) | $6.99 | per month |
| AI Protection(Unlimited Cam) | $8.99 | per month |
| AI Protection Annual 1 Camera | $19.99 | per year |
| AI Protection Annual Unlimited | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 🚀 Quick setup
- 🔍 Comprehensive features
- 💡 Customizable lighting presets

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent connectivity issues
- 🐛 Buggy app updates
- 🔒 Privacy concerns
- 🐛 Unreliable device detection
- 🐛 Inconsistent app behavior

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Unresponsive device controls
- Incorrect device status reporting
- Syncing issues after power outages
- Inability to reset forgotten passwords

**Requested features**

- Siri/HomeKit integration
- Landscape mode support
- Favorites/presets management
- Improved automation and scheduling options
- Enhanced multi-device control


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Kasa Smart free?

Kasa Smart is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is AiDot free?

AiDot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Kasa Smart or AiDot?

Kasa Smart is rated higher. Kasa Smart averages 4.8 out of 5 from 80K ratings, while AiDot averages 4.7 from 8.1K ratings.

### Do Kasa Smart or AiDot have ads?

Neither Kasa Smart nor AiDot shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Kasa Smart or AiDot?

Kasa Smart ships an update every 3 weeks, and AiDot fortnightly. Most recently, Kasa Smart was updated on September 24, 2026 and AiDot on September 23, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Kasa Smart or AiDot?

Kasa Smart currently peaks at #32 in the App Store charts, and AiDot at #174. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*