# iHome Smart vs AiDot

The clearest difference is rating: AiDot at 4.7 against iHome Smart's 2.0. AiDot also leads on ratings volume (8.1K vs 3) and chart position (#121 vs unranked). iHome Smart's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 20) and iOS requirement (7.0 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. iHome Smart asks for nothing beyond the download.

AiDot holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AiDot has 8.1K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | iHome Smart | AiDot |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ihome-smart/id1169811738/reviews) | **[4.7 (8.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aidot/id1580685276/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **8.1K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 43.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#121** |
| Size | 24 MB | 268 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shenzhen Elink Smart Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1257307745) | [AiDot Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1580685278) |

## 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


### AiDot

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

**Currently charting:** #121 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 iHome Smart free?

iHome Smart 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, iHome Smart or AiDot?

AiDot is rated higher. iHome Smart averages 2.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while AiDot averages 4.7 from 8.1K ratings.

### Do iHome Smart or AiDot have ads?

Neither iHome Smart nor AiDot 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.*