# SmartThermo2 vs in.touch 2 edition

The clearest difference is rating: SmartThermo2 at 2.4 against in.touch 2 edition's 1.7. SmartThermo2 also leads on review sentiment (33% vs 12%) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). in.touch 2 edition's advantage is ratings volume (115 vs 8). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

SmartThermo2 holds the better App Store score, 2.4 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: in.touch 2 edition has 115 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of SmartThermo2's written reviews are positive against 12% of in.touch 2 edition's.

SmartThermo2 ships an update every 4 months, in.touch 2 edition every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SmartThermo2 | in.touch 2 edition |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[2.4 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartthermo2/id1098143983/reviews)** | [1.7 (115 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intouch-2-edition/id1126466135/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **115** |
| Positive reviews | **33.3% of reviews** | 12.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 19 MB | 74 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fuzhou Emax Electronic Co.,Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1128654625) | [Gecko Alliance](https://appshunter.io/developer/466590306) |

## What reviewers say

### SmartThermo2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartthermo2/id1098143983)

This app simplifies grilling by allowing you to remotely monitor the internal temperature of your meat. Set your desired doneness for various meats and receive alerts when your food reaches the perfect temperature, making outdoor cooking easier.

**Highlights:** Remote meat temperature monitoring, Preset temperatures for 8 entrees, Customizable doneness settings, Alerts for perfect temperature, Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity, Backlight LCD display, Three operational modes

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### in.touch 2 edition

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intouch-2-edition/id1126466135)

Control and program your spa remotely from your smartphone or tablet. Receive push notifications about your spa's status, even when away from home. Manage water care, temperature, filtration, and accessories with ease.

**Highlights:** Wireless spa remote control, Remote programming of functions, Push notifications for spa status, Control water care settings, Adjust water temperature, Manage filtration cycles, Control accessories

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Remote control of spa
- 👍 Convenient app interface
- ⏱️ Ability to schedule spa usage

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent connection issues
- 🔌 Unreliable remote access
- 🤯 Confusing and unintuitive controls
- 🔍 Limited functionality compared to expectations

**Reported bugs**

- Temperature slider not working
- App crashing or freezing
- Inability to edit schedules and settings
- Inconsistent connectivity even on same network

**Requested features**

- Improved temperature control and scheduling
- Integration with smart home platforms
- Notifications for maintenance reminders
- Detailed usage and energy consumption tracking


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SmartThermo2 free?

SmartThermo2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is in.touch 2 edition free?

in.touch 2 edition is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SmartThermo2 or in.touch 2 edition?

SmartThermo2 is rated higher. SmartThermo2 averages 2.4 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while in.touch 2 edition averages 1.7 from 115 ratings.

### Do SmartThermo2 or in.touch 2 edition have ads?

Neither SmartThermo2 nor in.touch 2 edition shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SmartThermo2 or in.touch 2 edition?

SmartThermo2 ships an update every 4 months, and in.touch 2 edition every 3 months. Most recently, SmartThermo2 was updated on September 29, 2026 and in.touch 2 edition on October 8, 2026.

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