Comparison

SVS vs HISMITH

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SVS

Control and optimize your SVS subwoofer's performance with advanced DSP features. Adjust volume, fine-tune audio for music and movies, and correct room anomalies for the deepest, tightest bass.

Highlights
  • Advanced DSP functionality
  • Room anomaly correction
  • Customizable presets
  • Volume control
  • Low pass filter adjustment
  • Parametric EQ
  • Port tuning
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The SVS app is the easiest way to unleash the full potential of your SVS 17-Ultra RIEvolution, 5000 Series R|Evolution, 3000 R|Evolution, 16-Ultra, 4000 Series, 3000 Series, 3000 Micro, 3000 In-Wall, 2000 Pro Series, and 1000 Pro Series subwoofers by allowing advanced DSP functionality and optimization based on your room, speakers and personal listening preferences. The SVS app lets you do simple things like control volume and create custom presets that enable easy, one-touch tuning for music, movies, and other content. More advanced functionality of the SVS subwoofer app includes the ability to correct room anomalies and fine-tune low frequency output so you can enjoy the full depth, force, and nuance from the world’s finest subwoofers. When used with your SVS subwoofer, the app takes the mystery out of subwoofer digital signal processing (DSP) by clearly explaining each feature and providing easy control from your mobile device. If you’re new to subwoofer DSP, the SVS app has a helpful tutorial that guides you through the different settings. With a few simple adjustments, you can eliminate boomy spots, set crossover frequencies, and make other adjustments to get the deepest, tightest, and most accurate in-room response possible from your SVS subwoofer. You can make adjustments from the comfort of your favorite seat or even when the subwoofer is not in site. With SVS, you can easily optimize settings for: • Volume Control • Low Pass Filter • Phase • Polarity • Parametric EQ • Room Gain Compensation • Port Tuning (Ported models only) • Custom Presets • System Settings And More The SVS app works with Apple iOS 13.0 or newer. The app is also available for SVS 13-Ultra Amplifier Upgrade Kits for existing owners of the SVS SB13, PB13, PC13-Ultra, PB12-PLUS, and PC12-PLUS Subwoofers. Have questions, problems or feedback? Contact us at custservice@svsound.com or 877.626.5623.

About

HISMITH

This app connects to branded sex toys via Bluetooth for diverse control features. It also allows authorized friends to remotely control devices for shared experiences.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth device control
  • Remote control for friends
  • Connect to HISMITH toys
  • Diverse control features
  • Double happiness
Features
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HISMITH is a smart device control and social app for HISMITH connected devices. We are committed to providing a convenient and engaging connected-device experience. Main Features Device Control Connect compatible HISMITH devices via Bluetooth and enjoy convenient and customizable control features. Remote Control Connect with friends and authorize remote access to compatible devices for an interactive experience. Smart Connectivity Enjoy seamless connectivity and personalized device control through the HISMITH app.

Screenshots

SVS4 screens
HISMITH4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SVS at 68% against HISMITH's 7%. SVS also leads on rating (4.2 vs 2.4). HISMITH's advantage is update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SVS holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 2.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 95 and 49 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of SVS's written reviews are positive against 7% of HISMITH's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SVS ships an update every 2 months, HISMITH every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SVS versus HISMITH: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSVSHISMITH
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (95 ratings) — better2.4 (49 ratings)
Positive reviews68.5% of reviews — better7.1% of reviews
Number of ratings95 — better49
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB77 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperSpecialty Technologies, LLC.俊豪 胡

Customer experience

SVS

All ratings85 ratings
Positive77.6%
Neutral5.9%
Negative16.5%
Written reviews73 reviews
Positive68.5%
Neutral9.6%
Negative21.9%

HISMITH

All ratings49 ratings
Positive24.5%
Neutral16.3%
Negative59.2%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive7.1%
Neutral21.4%
Negative71.4%

Bugs and requests

SVS

Reported bugs

15 issues
  • App crashes frequently
  • Never reconnects to sub, requires reinstallation
  • Preset saving is unreliable or doesn't work
  • Bluetooth connection issues (out of range, drops)
  • Phantom BLE connection locks out other devices
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  • iPhone gestures interfere with app navigation (swipe up)
  • Save Preset button is not visible/executable on iPhone 14 Pro
  • Options button not showing up after selecting home screen options
  • Preset selection not properly shown on screen when swapping
  • App maintains a phantom BLE connection
  • Auto On not working
  • Amplifier plate issues
  • App resets itself on opening
  • Subwoofer not in range reported
  • Preset is set to none in the app periodically

Requested features

20 requests
  • Group subs for simultaneous adjustments
  • Mute function
  • Auto room correction
  • Widget for quick preset changes
  • Apple Watch app for adjustments
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  • Desktop/Mac app support
  • Language options (e.g., French)
  • Standby/Active mode indicator
  • API for home automation integration
  • Native Windows/Mac/Linux control
  • Expanded explanations for settings
  • iPad support
  • Group control for gain adjustments
  • Dropdown menu for switching between subs
  • Always-on display option
  • Automatic recognition of sealed mode
  • Support for multiple devices simultaneously
  • Net frequency response display with EQs
  • Option to go back in menus
  • Dark mode

HISMITH

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

SVS

No in-app purchases

None

HISMITH

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SVS free?
SVS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HISMITH free?
HISMITH is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SVS or HISMITH?
SVS is rated higher. SVS averages 4.2 out of 5 from 95 ratings, while HISMITH averages 2.4 from 49 ratings.
Do SVS or HISMITH have ads?
Neither SVS nor HISMITH shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SVS or HISMITH?
SVS ships an update every 2 months, and HISMITH every 4 weeks. Most recently, SVS was updated on September 15, 2026 and HISMITH on September 21, 2026.

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