Comparison

Kasa Smart vs Petlibro

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

Head to head
About

Kasa Smart

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
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Kasa Smart is your portal to your TP-LINK Smart Home. ** Kasa Smart is currently only compatible with TP-LINK Smart Plug HS100/110/107 KP200/400/401/405, EP40/40A/40M, Smart Plug Mini HS103/105, KP105/115, Smart Switch HS200/210/220, KS200/KS220/KS220M/KS225/KS230, Smart Power Strip HS300/303, Smart Bulb LB100/110/120/130/200/230, KL50/60/110/120/125/130, Smart Light Strip KL400/420/430, IP Camera KC100/105/110/115/120/200/300/310/400/401/410S/411S, EC60/70/71, Smart Router SR20, and Range Extender RE270/370/350K ** Kasa Smart lets you add, configure, monitor, and control your connected TP-LINK Smart Home devices from anywhere in the world. You can schedule your appliances to turn on or off according to your schedule, or set them to Away Mode to deter would-be burglars. And that’s just the beginning. Purchase a TP-LINK Smart Home device and download the app to get started today. Stay tuned for updates to the Kasa platform as we add support for new features and upcoming hardware in the Kasa family! Upgrade to Kasa Care cloud service (available for Security Cameras) · Enjoy 30-day unlimited video cloud storage and view videos anywhere, anytime. · Get instant notifications featuring a snapshot of the detected activity, · Record videos and post video clips to your preferred social media platform. Note: If you subscribe via Apple, payment will be charged to App Store Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the rate of the selected plan. Subscriptions and auto-renewal may be managed by going to Account Settings after purchase. Monthly price per device: $2.99 USD (US) / €2.99 EUR (IE, DE, ES, PT, FI) / kr 30.00 SEK (SE) / $3.49 CAD (CA) / $4.49 AUD (AU) / £2.79 GBP (UK) / ¥350.00 JPY (JP) Terms of Service: https://privacy.tp-link.com/app/kasa/tou Privacy Policy: https://privacy.tp-link.com/app/Kasa/privacy

About

Petlibro

Manage your pet's care remotely with smart device connectivity. Monitor well-being, set feeding schedules, and stay connected with live video streaming. Enjoy peace of mind knowing your pet is looked after.

Highlights
  • Remote device control
  • Real-time monitoring
  • Streamlined feeding schedules
  • Customizable voice messages
  • Live video streaming
  • Cloud video storage
Features
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IMPORTANT NOTE Petlibro and PETLIBRO Lite are two different apps. Make sure you download the correct one for your device. IMPORTANT NOTE FOR GRANARY SMART FEEDER USERS: To ensure you're using the correct app, please scan the QR code provided on your product or manual. Introduction: Petlibro helps you take care of your pets with ease, giving you access and peace of mind no matter where you are. Our app connects with a range of smart devices, including the Dockstream, Space, Air, Granary, and Polar, so your pet care is only a tap away. Why choose Petlibro? - Remote device control: Easily manage your Petlibro WiFi-connected feeders and fountains from anywhere, making sure your pets are always looked after, even when you're away. - Real-time monitoring: Keep up with your pet's well-being with device status updates, activity logs, and timely notifications so you can quickly address their needs. - Streamlined feeding schedules: Set up routine feedings with ease to maintain a consistent diet for your pets. You can even customize voice messages to make mealtime special. - Stay connected anytime with video: Watch live video streaming and access saved cloud videos, so you’re always in touch with your pets, even when you're apart. - User-friendly support: Get the help you need through our easy-to-use interface, ensuring your pet's care is never interrupted. Supported devices: - PLAF103 Granary Smart Feeder - PLAF203 Granary Smart Camera Feeder - PLWF105 Dockstream Smart Fountain - PLAF107 Space Smart Feeder - PLAF108 Air Smart Feeder - PLAF109 Polar Smart Wet Food Feeder - PLAF301 One RFID Smart Feeder - And more... Join thousands of pet owners Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with easy, reliable pet care. Download Petlibro today and stay connected with your pets. For Granary Feeder series owners, scan the QR code on your product or manual to get the correct app: Petlibro or Petlibro Lite. Download Petlibro now and embark on a journey of enhanced connection with your pets! If you are using the Petlibro Camera Feeder, you can also subscribe to our video cloud storage service in the APP. Important: Cloud storage is not required to use the camera on the Granary Camera Feeder. You can save videos directly if you have your own microSD card. Continuous monthly/annual cloud storage service description 1. Subscription period: one month/one year 2. Subscription price: $5.99/$11.99 per month, $59.99/$119.99 per year 3. Payment: After the user confirms the purchase and pays, it will be credited to the iTunes account 4. Cancel Renewal: To cancel the renewal, please do so within 24 hours of the current subscription expiration Before, manually turn off self in iTunes/Apple ID settings management Automatic renewal function 5. Renewal: Apple iTunes accounts will be charged within 24 hours before expiration Payment, subscription period will be postponed for one month after successful deduction Continuous monthly/annual petlibro care service description 1. Subscription period: one month/one year 2. Subscription price: $5.99/$12.99 per month, $59.99/$129.99 per year 3. Payment: After the user confirms the purchase and pays, it will be credited to the iTunes account 4. Cancel Renewal: To cancel the renewal, please do so within 24 hours of the current subscription expiration Before, manually turn off self in iTunes/Apple ID settings management Automatic renewal function 5. Renewal: Apple iTunes accounts will be charged within 24 hours before expiration Payment, subscription period will be postponed for one month after successful deduction Legal Information: - Privacy Policy https://us.petlibro.com/#/regulations/privacy - User Service Agreement https://us.petlibro.com/#/regulations/conditions - Cloud Storage Service Agreement https://us.petlibro.com/cloud_storage/cloud_storage_en.html - End User License Agreement https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Kasa Smart4 screens
Petlibro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Kasa Smart at 82% against Petlibro's 13%. Kasa Smart also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (80K vs 7.4K). Petlibro's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. Kasa Smart sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Petlibro sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Kasa Smart holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Kasa Smart has 80K ratings behind it against 7.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of Kasa Smart's written reviews are positive against 13% of Petlibro's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Kasa Smart ships an update every 3 weeks, Petlibro weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Kasa Smart versus Petlibro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKasa SmartPetlibro
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (80K ratings) — better4.5 (7.4K ratings)
Positive reviews81.8% of reviews — better12.8% of reviews
Number of ratings80K — better7.4K
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#34 — better#56
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size617 MB238 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTP-Link Systems Inc.Designlibro Inc

Customer experience

Kasa Smart

All ratings80,347 ratings
Positive95.3%
Neutral1.0%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews3,128 reviews
Positive81.8%
Neutral3.4%
Negative14.8%

Petlibro

All ratings7,426 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral2.2%
Negative12.1%
Written reviews953 reviews
Positive12.8%
Neutral17.7%
Negative69.5%

User reviews

Kasa Smart

From 80K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

  • 🐛 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

Petlibro

From 7.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Convenient remote feeding
  • 📊 Detailed feeding logs
  • 🎥 Camera and microphone features
  • 🔒 Secure device sharing
  • 🐱 Helpful for multi-pet households

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues and app malfunctions
  • 📢 Excessive and inaccurate notifications
  • 🔍 Confusing navigation and information architecture
  • 💰 Subscription paywall for key features
  • 🔄 Lack of multi-device synchronization

Bugs and requests

Kasa Smart

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • 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

5 requests
  • 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

Petlibro

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App frequently disconnects from devices
  • Notifications not working as expected
  • Incorrect water level and consumption reporting
  • Difficulty reconnecting devices after firmware updates

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to customize feeding schedules and portions
  • Integration with smart home systems
  • Voice message playback without dispensing food
  • Small portion dispensing for precise dietary control
  • Improved water intake tracking and history

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Kasa Smart

Subscriptions8
  • Kasa Care Plus 1 Cam/month1 Month trial$2.991 Month
  • Kasa Care Plus 2 Cam/month1 Month trial$5.991 Month
  • Kasa Care Plus 3 Cam/month1 Month trial$8.991 Month
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  • Kasa Care Premium 10 Cam/month1 Month trial$9.991 Month
  • Kasa Care Plus 1 Cam/year1 Month trial$29.991 Year
  • Kasa Care Plus 2 Cam/year1 Month trial$59.991 Year
  • Kasa Care Plus 3 Cam/year1 Month trial$89.991 Year
  • Kasa Care Premium 10 Cam/year1 Month trial$99.991 Year
11 purchases

Petlibro

Subscriptions11
  • Standard Monthly$5.991 Month
  • Care Monthly$5.991 Month
  • Plus Monthly$11.991 Month
Show 8 more
  • AI Standard Monthly$11.991 Month
  • Care Plus Monthly$12.991 Month
  • AI Premium Monthly$16.991 Month
  • Standard Yearly7 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Care Yearly7 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Plus Yearly7 Days trial$119.991 Year
  • Care Plus Yearly7 Days trial$129.991 Year
  • AI Premium Yearly7 Days trial$169.991 Year

Questions

Is Kasa Smart free?
Kasa Smart is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Petlibro free?
Petlibro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Kasa Smart or Petlibro?
Kasa Smart is rated higher. Kasa Smart averages 4.8 out of 5 from 80K ratings, while Petlibro averages 4.5 from 7.4K ratings.
Do Kasa Smart or Petlibro have ads?
Neither Kasa Smart nor Petlibro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Kasa Smart or Petlibro?
Kasa Smart ships an update every 3 weeks, and Petlibro weekly. Most recently, Kasa Smart was updated on October 18, 2026 and Petlibro on October 17, 2026.
Which is more popular, Kasa Smart or Petlibro?
Kasa Smart currently peaks at #34 in the App Store charts, and Petlibro at #56. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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