Comparison

Kasa Smart vs Adebabay

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

Adebabay

Features
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Adebabay is the marketplace built for East African diaspora communities - a home for the everyday things you need to find, sell, or hire, plus the news that matters to your community, all in one app. Whether you're settling into a new city, furnishing an apartment, hiring a babysitter, or looking for your next job, Adebabay connects you directly with people in your own community - no middlemen, no spam, just real listings from real people. WHAT YOU CAN DO - Browse & Post Ads: Find or list rentals, cars, jobs, businesses, electronics, and more across Maryland, Virginia, DC, Minnesota, California, Washington, Texas, Georgia, and Addis Ababa. - Babysitter Matching: A category built specifically for childcare - mark yourself as available to babysit, or post that you're seeking one. No other classifieds app does this. - Connect Directly: Call or message sellers without ever leaving the app. Real-time in-app chat means you don't have to hand out your number until you're ready. - Stay Informed: A dedicated News tab keeps you current on Ethiopian and diaspora-relevant stories - general news, immigration, and business, pulled from trusted sources. - Save What Matters: Bookmark listings you're interested in and come back to them anytime. - Verified Badges & Boosts: Verified sellers stand out, and boosted listings get pinned to the top of their category for extra visibility. BUILT FOR YOUR LANGUAGE Adebabay is fully translated into English and Amharic - switch languages anytime from your profile. Read and post in whichever language you're most comfortable in. SIMPLE, FAIR PRICING Early users get 10 free listings in year one, then 1 free listing every year after that. Need more? Pay $10 per listing, or go unlimited with a Business subscription ($15/month) for unlimited posts, a verified badge, and 2 free boosts every month. BUILT ON TRUST Every listing is tied to a real, signed-in account. Message sellers in-app, see how long ago a listing was posted, and report anything that doesn't look right. Whether you're settling in, moving up, or helping someone else do the same - Adebabay is here for you. Terms of Use: https://adebabay.app/terms.html

Screenshots

Kasa Smart4 screens
Adebabay4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Adebabay at weekly against Kasa Smart's every 3 weeks. Kasa Smart's advantage is chart position (#39 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). 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 Adebabay sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Kasa Smart ships an update every 3 weeks, Adebabay weekly. Both last shipped on November 10, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Kasa Smart versus Adebabay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKasa SmartAdebabay
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (81K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews81.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings81K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#39 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size617 MB40 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperTP-Link Systems Inc.Doitamie Digital LLC

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

Adebabay

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
1 purchases

Adebabay

Subscriptions1
  • Business$14.991 Month

Questions

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

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