SmartApfel vs Manci
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SmartApfel
Stay updated on Apple HomeKit and Matter smart home technology. Get the latest news, device information, automation ideas, and warnings about problematic firmware updates. Perfect for both beginners and experienced users.
- Latest news on HomeKit & Matter
- Device overview
- Automation examples
- Firmware update warnings
- Beginner-friendly information
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SmartApfel is your source for the latest information and tips about Apple HomeKit & Matter. We not only provide you with all kinds of news, but also show you all available devices. Do you always want to be at the forefront or would you rather be on the safe side? We inform you about new features and warn you about firmware updates that you should rather not install. You need inspiration for new automations? Then we have more than 100 examples for you. Are you still wondering whether HomeKit is right for you or have you recently bought your first device? Even beginners don't miss out with us. With our app, you'll always have us with you and be one of the first to learn about news in the Apple HomeKit & Matter world. No matter if you want to browse through the device overview on the train or if you don't want to miss the latest news: The SmartApfel app is your constant companion! In our imprint you will also find the terms of use for the tip box: https://smartapfel.de/imprint/
Manci
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Manci is a client and authenticator for Mastodon, the decentralized social network. - Read the latest public posts - Helps signing in to you account from the companion Manci TV app End-user license agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: SmartApfel at fortnightly against Manci's every 2 months. SmartApfel also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). 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
Both are free to download. SmartApfel sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and Manci sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
SmartApfel ships an update fortnightly, Manci every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.
| Parameter | SmartApfel | Manci |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (7 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 64.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 7 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, Apple TV |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | acasa Software GmbH | Akos Polster |
In-app purchases
SmartApfel
- Small coffee (monthly)$1.491 Month
- Large coffee (monthly)$3.491 Month
- Espresso$0.99
- Cup of coffee$1.99
- Pot of coffee$3.99
Manci
- Monthly Pro Subscription$1.991 Month
- Yearly Pro Subscription$9.991 Year
