# eWeLink vs Grid Connect

The clearest difference is rating: Grid Connect at 4.5 against eWeLink's 2.7. Grid Connect also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 29). eWeLink's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. eWeLink sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Grid Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

Grid Connect holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 64 and 68 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of eWeLink's written reviews are positive against 32% of Grid Connect's.

eWeLink ships an update monthly, Grid Connect every 4 months. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | eWeLink | Grid Connect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.7 (64 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ewelink/id1035163158/reviews) | **[4.5 (68 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grid-connect/id1443698968/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 64 | **68** |
| Positive reviews | 27.6% of reviews | **31.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 274 MB | 262 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shenzhen CoolKit Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1035163157) | [Arlec Australia Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1424028585) |

## What reviewers say

### eWeLink

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ewelink/id1035163158)

This app acts as a central hub for controlling a wide range of smart home devices from multiple brands. It allows for remote operation, scheduling, and integration with voice assistants like Alexa and Google Home, as well as IFTTT for advanced automation.

**Highlights:** Remote device control, Scheduling and timers, Smart scene creation, Voice assistant integration, Device sharing and grouping, LAN mode operation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 30-Day History(billed 1 month) | $1.99 | per month |
| Advanced Plan · Subscribe monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| 30-Day History(billed 1 month) | $2.19 | per month |
| 摄像头云服务-月套餐 | $2.19 | per month |
| Prime Plan · Subscribe monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Advanced Plan · Annual subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Prime Plan · Annual subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| 30-Day History(billed 1 year) | $19.99 | per year |
| 30-Day History(billed 1 year) | $19.99 | per year |
| 30-Day History (billed 1 year) | $19.99 | per year |
| 30-Days History(billed 1 year) | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Quick response time
- 💡 Integrates with Alexa and Google Home
- 👍 Reliable performance
- 👍 Flexible scheduling and automation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Pairing problems
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🐛 Unreliable device control
- 🐛 Buggy firmware updates

**Reported bugs**

- Devices randomly going offline
- Timers and schedules not working as expected
- Inability to select Wi-Fi network during setup
- App login issues and frequent sign-outs
- Incompatibility with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Add support for more smart home platforms
- Improve device sharing and multi-user functionality
- Provide more advanced automation and scheduling options
- Add an offline mode for local device control
- Improve app UI and UX for better usability


### Grid Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grid-connect/id1443698968)

Control a variety of electronic devices and set up a custom home automation network. This app consolidates control for numerous products, eliminating the need for multiple applications.

**Highlights:** Home automation network setup, Control a range of electronic devices, Consolidated device management, Cost-effective automation solution, Eliminates need for multiple apps

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Reliable and stable
- 👍 Easy to use app
- 🔒 Secure home automation
- 💡 Customizable settings
- 🔋 Good battery life for cameras

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Buggy app performance
- 🐛 Pairing and setup problems
- 👎 Unintuitive user interface
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection

**Reported bugs**

- Devices randomly going offline
- App crashing on launch
- Inconsistent device status reporting
- Inability to control devices remotely

**Requested features**

- Integrate with Apple HomeKit
- Add cloud storage option for camera footage
- Improve scheduling and automation features
- Provide better support and documentation
- Add ability to export energy usage data


## Frequently asked questions

### Is eWeLink free?

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

### Is Grid Connect free?

Grid Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, eWeLink or Grid Connect?

Grid Connect is rated higher. eWeLink averages 2.7 out of 5 from 64 ratings, while Grid Connect averages 4.5 from 68 ratings.

### Do eWeLink or Grid Connect have ads?

Neither eWeLink nor Grid Connect shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, eWeLink or Grid Connect?

eWeLink ships an update monthly, and Grid Connect every 4 months. Most recently, eWeLink was updated on September 24, 2026 and Grid Connect on September 24, 2026.

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