# SmartShaker+ vs AiDot

The clearest difference is rating: AiDot at 4.7 against SmartShaker+'s 2.5. AiDot also leads on ratings volume (8.1K vs 56) and review sentiment (44% vs 19%). SmartShaker+'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 20) and iOS requirement (8.1 vs 15.6). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AiDot sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. SmartShaker+ asks for nothing beyond the download.

AiDot holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AiDot has 8.1K ratings behind it against 56, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 19% of SmartShaker+'s written reviews are positive against 44% of AiDot's.

SmartShaker+ ships an update every 2 months, AiDot fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SmartShaker+ | AiDot |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.5 (56 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartshaker-plus/id1088470185/reviews) | **[4.7 (8.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aidot/id1580685276/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 56 | **8.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 19.1% of reviews | **43.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#95** |
| Size | 44 MB | 268 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.1** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [iLuv-Creative Technology](https://appshunter.io/developer/357037443) | [AiDot Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1580685278) |

## What reviewers say

### SmartShaker+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartshaker-plus/id1088470185)

Control smart devices like bed shakers and smart LED bulbs. Create custom wake-up scenes with light colors, brightness, and music. The bed shaker acts as a trigger to activate your personalized wake-up experience.

**Highlights:** Control SmartShaker/SmartShaker2, Control Rainbow7 smart bulb, Wake-up with vibration or melody, Wake-up to music, Set bulb color and brightness, Define custom wake-up scenes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works well for heavy sleepers
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Wakes user without disturbing others
- 👍 Good concept for vibrating alarm
- 👍 Effective vibrations

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable syncing
- 🐛 Frequent Bluetooth connectivity issues
- 🐛 App not updated for years
- 🐛 Device stops working after a short period
- 🐛 App crashes or doesn't open

**Reported bugs**

- Syncing and Bluetooth connectivity is unreliable
- App not opening after update
- App crashes immediately
- Times and percentage of power not syncing
- Device not supported through Bluetooth on iPhone Pro

**Requested features**

- Add a timer function for naps
- Update app for location services
- Allow user to change snooze time
- Make alarm volume adjustable
- Support iOS 11 and newer iPhones


### AiDot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aidot/id1580685276)

**Currently charting:** #95 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Effortlessly connect and control your smart home devices with an intuitive interface. Automate routines, create custom scenes, and enhance your living space with smart lighting. Monitor your home's environment for safety and efficiency.

**Highlights:** One-touch device connection, One-tap automation setup, Smart lighting control, Customizable home screen, Environmental monitoring (motion, air quality), Device grouping

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AI Protection (1 Camera) | $1.99 | per month |
| AI Protection (1 Camera) | $2.99 | per month |
| AI Protection (1 Camera) | $2.99 | per month |
| AI Protection (2 Cameras) | $3.99 | per month |
| AI Protection (3 Cameras) | $5.99 | per month |
| AI Protection (2 Cameras) | $5.99 | per month |
| AI Protection(Unlimited Cam) | $6.99 | per month |
| AI Protection(Unlimited Cam) | $8.99 | per month |
| AI Protection Annual 1 Camera | $19.99 | per year |
| AI Protection Annual Unlimited | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 🚀 Quick setup
- 🔍 Comprehensive features
- 💡 Customizable lighting presets

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent connectivity issues
- 🐛 Buggy app updates
- 🔒 Privacy concerns
- 🐛 Unreliable device detection
- 🐛 Inconsistent app behavior

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Unresponsive device controls
- Incorrect device status reporting
- Syncing issues after power outages
- Inability to reset forgotten passwords

**Requested features**

- Siri/HomeKit integration
- Landscape mode support
- Favorites/presets management
- Improved automation and scheduling options
- Enhanced multi-device control


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SmartShaker+ free?

SmartShaker+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is AiDot free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SmartShaker+ or AiDot?

AiDot is rated higher. SmartShaker+ averages 2.5 out of 5 from 56 ratings, while AiDot averages 4.7 from 8.1K ratings.

### Do SmartShaker+ or AiDot have ads?

Neither SmartShaker+ nor AiDot shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SmartShaker+ or AiDot?

SmartShaker+ ships an update every 2 months, and AiDot fortnightly. Most recently, SmartShaker+ was updated on October 7, 2026 and AiDot on October 15, 2026.

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