# Controller for HomeKit vs InstaViewSafe

The clearest difference is rating: Controller for HomeKit at 4.1 against InstaViewSafe's 3.1. Controller for HomeKit also leads on ratings volume (2.7K vs 7). InstaViewSafe's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence 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 and InstaViewSafe sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Controller for HomeKit holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Controller for HomeKit has 2.7K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 26% of Controller for HomeKit's written reviews are positive against 33% of InstaViewSafe's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Controller for HomeKit ships an update every 10 days, InstaViewSafe every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Controller for HomeKit | InstaViewSafe |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (2.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/controller-for-homekit/id1198176727/reviews)** | [3.1 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instaviewsafe/id1487575883/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.7K** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | 26.3% of reviews | **33.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 212 MB | 103 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [acasa Software GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/974663980) | [Wireless input Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/428847647) |

## 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

**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 |
| Controller Essentials | $39.99 | per year |
| Essentials Lifetime - Plus Addon | $39.99 | per year |
| Controller Plus | $79.99 | per year |
| Controller Essentials Lifetime | $99.99 | 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


### InstaViewSafe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instaviewsafe/id1487575883)

This application connects to a specific video doorbell or home security system. It allows users to interact with their installed security hardware. A hardware purchase is required to use the app's features.

**Highlights:** Connects to InstaviewSafe hardware, Video doorbell integration, Home security system control, Remote access to security features

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Half a year member | $20.99 | one-time |
| One year membership. | $40.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Controller for HomeKit free?

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

### Is InstaViewSafe free?

InstaViewSafe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Controller for HomeKit or InstaViewSafe?

Controller for HomeKit is rated higher. Controller for HomeKit averages 4.1 out of 5 from 2.7K ratings, while InstaViewSafe averages 3.1 from 7 ratings.

### Do Controller for HomeKit or InstaViewSafe have ads?

Neither Controller for HomeKit nor InstaViewSafe shows ads.

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

Controller for HomeKit ships an update every 10 days, and InstaViewSafe every 2 weeks. Most recently, Controller for HomeKit was updated on September 26, 2026 and InstaViewSafe on September 10, 2026.

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