# Controller for HomeKit vs X10 WiFi

The clearest difference is rating: Controller for HomeKit at 4.1 against X10 WiFi's 2.7. Controller for HomeKit also leads on ratings volume (2.8K vs 66) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). X10 WiFi's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Controller for HomeKit sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. X10 WiFi asks for nothing beyond the download.

Controller for HomeKit holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Controller for HomeKit has 2.8K ratings behind it against 66, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 28% and 28% positive.

Controller for HomeKit ships an update every 2 weeks, X10 WiFi every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Controller for HomeKit | X10 WiFi |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/controller-for-homekit/id1198176727/reviews)** | [2.7 (66 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/x10-wifi/id1330310265/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.8K** | 66 |
| Positive reviews | **28.4% of reviews** | 27.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 219 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [acasa Software GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/974663980) | [X10](https://appshunter.io/developer/1101197002) |

## What reviewers say

### 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, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| 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 Plus Lifetime | $179.99 | 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


### X10 WiFi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/x10-wifi/id1330310265)

This module enables remote control of X10 home automation devices via your home's WiFi network. Manage your X10 devices from any location with internet access, offering convenience and enhanced control.

**Highlights:** WiFi connectivity, X10 device control, Remote access, Internet connection required, Works with old and new X10 devices

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Long-time X10 users appreciate the app
- 👍 Easy setup for some users
- 👍 Works well with older X10 modules
- 👍 Adds flexibility to classic X10 system
- 👍 Can control devices remotely

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent connection issues
- 🐛 App not updated for newer iOS
- 🐛 Unreliable performance
- 🐛 Poor customer support
- 🐛 Outdated interface

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't work with newest iOS
- Floodlight not working
- Time changing incorrectly
- Cannot turn lights on/off
- App doesn't sync with internet time

**Requested features**

- Widget companion
- Dark mode support
- Support for newer iOS versions
- Widgets for basic functionality/scenes
- Ability to reorder devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Controller for HomeKit free?

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

### Is X10 WiFi free?

X10 WiFi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Controller for HomeKit or X10 WiFi?

Controller for HomeKit is rated higher. Controller for HomeKit averages 4.1 out of 5 from 2.8K ratings, while X10 WiFi averages 2.7 from 66 ratings.

### Do Controller for HomeKit or X10 WiFi have ads?

Neither Controller for HomeKit nor X10 WiFi shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Controller for HomeKit or X10 WiFi?

Controller for HomeKit ships an update every 2 weeks, and X10 WiFi every 6 weeks. Most recently, Controller for HomeKit was updated on November 1, 2026 and X10 WiFi on October 24, 2026.

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