# Kasa Smart vs CodHome

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Kasa Smart at 81K against CodHome's 1. Kasa Smart also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months) and chart position (#36 vs unranked). CodHome's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Kasa Smart sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and CodHome sells 43 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

CodHome holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Kasa Smart has 81K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 82% of Kasa Smart's written reviews are positive against 75% of CodHome's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Kasa Smart ships an update every 3 weeks, CodHome every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Kasa Smart | CodHome |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (81K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kasa-smart/id1034035493/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codhome/id6447674268/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **81K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **81.7% of reviews** | 75.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#36** | — |
| Size | 617 MB | 282 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TP-Link Systems Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1713842892) | [珠海美臻科技有限公司](https://appshunter.io/developer/1682198854) |

## What reviewers say

### Kasa Smart

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

**Currently charting:** #36 Top Grossing · Lifestyle, #129 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


### CodHome

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codhome/id6447674268)

This app provides real-time video monitoring for surveillance cameras, CCTV systems, and baby monitors. It offers remote access to your home's video feed, ensuring security and peace of mind for your property and loved ones.

**Highlights:** Real-time video monitoring, Surveillance camera support, CCTV system integration, Baby monitor functionality, Remote access, Home and property security

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

**In-app purchases (43)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AI analysis subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| 1 Camera 30 Days Event Cloud | $3.99 | per month |
| AI-month-as-1-c | $4.99 | per month |
| cam basic 7days-month | $4.99 | per month |
| 2 Cameras 30 Days Event Cloud | $7.99 | per month |
| cam plus-monthz | $8.99 | per month |
| smart ai-month-1--c | $9.99 | per month |
| smart ai-month-1--c duo | $9.99 | per month |
| 3 Cameras 30 Days Event Cloud | $11.99 | per month |
| 4 Cameras 30 Days Event Cloud | $15.99 | per month |
| 4G-1 duo | $18.99 | per month |
| smart ai-month-2--c | $19.99 | per month |
| 5 Cameras 30 Days Event Cloud | $19.99 | per month |
| 1 Camera for 30 Days Cloud | $19.99 | per month |
| 4G-hunting-plus-m-1 | $25.99 | per month |
| 4G-CLOUD-M-1 duo | $28.99 | per month |
| 2 Cameras for 30 Days Cloud | $39.99 | per month |
| 4G-hunting-basic-s-1 | $44.99 | per 3 months |
| cam basic 7days-year-1-c duo | $49.99 | per year |
| cam basic 7days-year- duo | $49.99 | per year |
| cam basic 7days-yearz | $49.99 | per year |
| 4G--3 | $52.99 | per month |
| 4G-S-1 duo | $52.99 | per 3 months |
| 3 Cameras for 30 Days Cloud | $59.99 | per month |
| 4G-hunting-plus-s-1-c | $72.99 | per 3 months |
| 4 Cameras for 30 Days Cloud | $79.99 | per month |
| 4G-CLOUD-S-1 duo | $81.99 | per 3 months |
| 4G-hunting-basic-h-1 | $87.99 | per 6 months |
| cam basic 7days-year-2z | $89.99 | per year |
| smart ai-month-10--c | $99.99 | per month |
| 5 Cameras for 30 Days Cloud | $99.99 | per month |
| 4G-CLOUD-M--10 | $115.99 | per month |
| 4G-hunting-plus-h-1-c | $145.99 | per 6 months |
| 4G-CLOUD-HY-1 duo | $149.99 | per 6 months |
| cam basic 7days-year-3z | $149.99 | per year |
| 4G-hunting-basic-y-1 | $169.99 | per year |
| 4G-Y-1 duo | $189.99 | per year |
| cam basic 7days-year-4z | $189.99 | per year |
| cam basic 7days-year-10z | $189.99 | per year |
| cam basic 7days-year-5z | $229.99 | per year |
| cam basic 7days-year-3--c | $269.99 | per year |
| 4G-hunting-plus-y-1-c | $279.99 | per year |
| cam basic continuous-year--3c | $599.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Kasa Smart free?

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

### Is CodHome free?

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

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

CodHome is rated higher. Kasa Smart averages 4.8 out of 5 from 81K ratings, while CodHome averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Kasa Smart or CodHome have ads?

Neither Kasa Smart nor CodHome shows ads.

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

Kasa Smart ships an update every 3 weeks, and CodHome every 4 months. Most recently, Kasa Smart was updated on October 24, 2026 and CodHome on October 24, 2026.

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