Comparison

Kasa Smart vs Inside

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 manage your TP-LINK smart home devices from anywhere. Schedule appliances, set custom modes, and monitor your devices remotely. Offers cloud storage for security camera footage.

Highlights
  • Remote device control
  • Scheduling and automation
  • Away Mode for security
  • Cloud storage for cameras
  • Device configuration
  • Real-time monitoring
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

Inside

Features
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Let's be honest: traditional pantry trackers are extremely boring. Manual data entry feels like a chore, and most of us end up giving up by week two, letting our expensive groceries turn into science experiments in the back of the fridge. Welcome to "Inside", where we turn food tracking into a cozy AI pixel RPG! We wanted to stop throwing away food, but do it in a way that actually hits your dopamine receptors. We abandoned cold utility apps and combined practicality with the aesthetic of a retro indie game to defeat the dreaded ADHD tax forever. [ Zero-Friction AI Scanner ] Powered by an advanced Vision LLM, just point your camera at your groceries or receipts. It instantly identifies them, matches expiration dates, and transforms them into adorable 8-bit healing potions, cabbages, and steak icons in your inventory. [ The Grimoire: Voice AI Magic ] Got flour on your hands? Just summon the magical seal and tell it what you used ("I just ate two eggs and the milk" or "Throw away all the expired food"). The AI parses your intent locally and manages your database silently like a true dark mage. [ The Alchemy Cauldron ] End of the month and don't know what to cook with your random leftovers? Toss them into the cauldron and watch the AI chef brew a unique, creative recipe for you while magical potions boil. [ Cozy RPG Gamification ] - Animated glowing countdowns for expiring items. - Level up and earn XP for every ingredient consumed or saved. - Collect glowing pixel trophies ("Master of Scraps") and share them with your friends! "Inside" is exceptionally perfect for fast-paced, visually-driven minds, or anyone battling ADHD (Attention Deficit). Let's end food waste, one pixel potion at a time. Download now and start your cozy kitchen adventure! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.notion.so/PRIVACY_POLICY_EN-31de8f38792b800cbd60d820ffc76934

Screenshots

Kasa Smart4 screens
Inside4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Inside at every 10 days against Kasa Smart's every 3 weeks. Kasa Smart's advantage is chart position (#36 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Kasa Smart sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Inside sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Kasa Smart ships an update every 3 weeks, Inside every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Kasa Smart versus Inside: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKasa SmartInside
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (81K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews81.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings81K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#36 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size617 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTP-Link Systems Inc.浩 程

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

Inside

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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
2 purchases

Inside

Subscriptions2
  • Inside Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Inside Pro Annual$24.991 Year

Questions

Is Kasa Smart free?
Kasa Smart is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Inside free?
Inside is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Kasa Smart or Inside have ads?
Neither Kasa Smart nor Inside shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Kasa Smart or Inside?
Kasa Smart ships an update every 3 weeks, and Inside every 10 days. Most recently, Kasa Smart was updated on November 6, 2026 and Inside on October 31, 2026.

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