Comparison

Kasa Smart vs StorePing

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

StorePing

Features
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StorePing is your smart shopping companion — built to help you spend less, waste less, and actually enjoy the process. Whether you're planning a grocery run, comparing prices across stores, or trying to use what's in your pantry before it expires, StorePing keeps everything in one place and rewards you for saving money. SHOP & SAVE • Search and compare prices across stores • Build and manage your shopping list • Scan barcodes for product and nutrition info • Photograph receipts — StorePing reads items automatically • Track deals, coupons, and price history • Find the cheapest cart and match coupons to your list • Optimize multi-store trips to save time and money STAY ORGANIZED • Track pantry inventory and expiration dates • Get alerts for items expiring soon • Plan meals around what you already have • Import recipes and add ingredients to your list • Monitor spending with budgets and savings reports • Log waste and build smarter restock habits NEVER MISS A DEAL NEAR YOU • See stores and deals on a map with Near Me • Save favorite stores for quick access • Get location-based alerts when you're close to stores you shop (Pro) • Geofencing alerts when you're near stores carrying items you need (Pro) MAKE IT FUN • Earn XP for every dollar you save • Level up with arcade-style rank titles • Complete daily quests and unlock achievements • Spin the wheel for meal ideas • Share your savings card with friends • Compete on household leaderboards VOICE & WIDGETS • Add items hands-free with Siri — "Add milk to StorePing" • Check your list, plan meals, and hear savings summaries by voice • Home Screen widgets for your list, level, expiring items, and daily quests FOR HOUSEHOLDS (PRO) • Share lists and data with family via iCloud • Split receipts and track who bought what • Coordinate shopping across your household FREE TO START StorePing is free with generous daily limits: • 1 price search per day • 1 Near Me check per day • 1 barcode scan and 1 receipt scan per day STOREPING PRO Upgrade for unlimited searches, scans, and GPS checks, plus: • Meal planner • AI shopping assistant • Spin the wheel • Store geofencing • Family sharing • Trip optimizer • And more Payment is charged to your Apple ID. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage subscriptions in Settings → Apple ID → Subscriptions. StorePing uses your location, camera, and microphone only when you choose those features. Geofencing runs on your device — alerts are generated locally from your inventory and deals. Download StorePing and turn every shopping trip into a win.

Screenshots

Kasa Smart4 screens
StorePing4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is chart position: Kasa Smart at #38 against StorePing's unranked. Kasa Smart also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.5). 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 StorePing sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
Kasa Smart versus StorePing: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKasa SmartStorePing
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (81K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews81.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings81K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#38 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size617 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTP-Link Systems Inc.DropDollar, 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

StorePing

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

StorePing

One-time1
  • StorePing Lifetime$9.99

Questions

Is Kasa Smart free?
Kasa Smart is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is StorePing free?
StorePing is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Kasa Smart or StorePing have ads?
Neither Kasa Smart nor StorePing shows ads.

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