# iHome Smart vs Controller for HomeKit

The clearest difference is rating: Controller for HomeKit at 4.1 against iHome Smart's 2.0. Controller for HomeKit also leads on ratings volume (2.7K vs 3) and device support (5 vs 2). iHome Smart's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 17.0). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Controller for HomeKit sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. iHome Smart asks for nothing beyond the download.

Controller for HomeKit holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Controller for HomeKit has 2.7K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | iHome Smart | Controller for HomeKit |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ihome-smart/id1169811738/reviews) | **[4.1 (2.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/controller-for-homekit/id1198176727/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **2.7K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 26.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 10 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 24 MB | 210 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shenzhen Elink Smart Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1257307745) | [acasa Software GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/974663980) |

## What reviewers say

### iHome Smart

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ihome-smart/id1169811738)

Control your home appliances remotely for convenience and energy savings. Manage multiple smart devices from one app, set custom schedules, and easily share access with family members.

**Highlights:** Remote appliance control, Add multiple smart devices, Flexible timed tasks, Share equipment with family, Fast networking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Controller for HomeKit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/controller-for-homekit/id1198176727)

Enhance your smart home experience with advanced control and automation. Visualize your home with floor plans, track device performance with charts, and create complex automations tailored to your needs. Organize devices, store setup codes, and monitor your entire smart home ecosystem.

**Highlights:** Floor plan visualization with LiDAR, Device performance charts, Complex automations and workflows, Custom notifications, Smart folders and filters, Setup code storage, Device maintenance and logs

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Controller Essentials | $4.99 | per month |
| Essentials Lifetime - Plus Addon | $4.99 | per month |
| Controller Plus | $8.99 | per month |
| Essentials Lifetime - Plus Addon | $39.99 | per year |
| Controller Essentials | $39.99 | per year |
| Controller Plus | $79.99 | per year |
| Controller Essentials Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |
| Controller Essentials Lifetime | $139.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful automation features
- 📚 Helpful backup and restore functionality
- 🔍 Detailed logging and troubleshooting
- 🧠 Advanced HomeKit control and customization

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and crash-prone
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🤖 Poor customer support
- 🤔 Confusing and unintuitive UI

**Reported bugs**

- Backup and restore issues
- Disappearing automations and accessories
- Compatibility problems with iOS 16.2
- Slow performance and unresponsiveness

**Requested features**

- Improved documentation and tutorials
- Better integration with Apple Home app
- Support for more HomeKit device types
- Ability to customize automation triggers


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iHome Smart free?

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

### Is Controller for HomeKit free?

Controller for HomeKit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iHome Smart or Controller for HomeKit?

Controller for HomeKit is rated higher. iHome Smart averages 2.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Controller for HomeKit averages 4.1 from 2.7K ratings.

### Do iHome Smart or Controller for HomeKit have ads?

Neither iHome Smart nor Controller for HomeKit shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*