Google Smart Lock vs Tuya Halo
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Google Smart Lock
Securely log in to websites and apps using your phone's built-in security key or a physical Bluetooth key. It simplifies access by remembering your passwords and offering a more convenient sign-in experience.
- Use phone as security key
- Use Bluetooth security key
- Password saving
- Simplified sign-in
- Secure access
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Smart Lock allows you to use your Bluetooth security key or set up the security key built in to your phone.
Tuya Halo
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Smart Lighting Control, Start Your Smart Light Life Easily 1. Remote Control: Control all smart lights , save energy and worry 2. Timer & Scene: Set timers and custom scenes for automatic lighting linkage 3. Device Sharing: One tap to share devices with family members easily 4. Quick Connection: Fast and stable network pairing, simple operation 5. Lighting Community: Share and post lighting effects, exchange tips and experience together
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Verdict
The clearest difference is chart position: Google Smart Lock at #150 against Tuya Halo's unranked. On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Google Smart Lock ships an update every 2 months, Tuya Halo monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Google Smart Lock | Tuya Halo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.5 (638 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 10.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 638 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #150 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 56 MB | 216 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Tuya Smart Inc. | |
Bugs and requests
Google Smart Lock
Reported bugs
4 issues- Crashes on launch
- Doesn't detect nearby devices
- Endless login loop
- Incompatible with latest iOS
Requested features
3 requests- Support for NFC security keys
- Easier setup and usage
- Better compatibility with other devices
Tuya Halo
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Google Smart Lock
No in-app purchases
Tuya Halo
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Google Smart Lock free?
Is Tuya Halo free?
Do Google Smart Lock or Tuya Halo have ads?
Which is updated more often, Google Smart Lock or Tuya Halo?
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