Comparison

Switchmate Home vs SoftWakeOn

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Switchmate Home

This app allows you to remotely control and automate your Switchmate smart home devices, including lights and power outlets. Set custom timers, create a "Welcome Home" automation, and even use voice commands to manage your connected devices. It also provides firmware updates for your Switchmate hardware.

Highlights
  • Remote control of light switches and power outlets
  • Customizable timers for automation
  • Welcome Home automation feature
  • Over-the-air firmware updates
  • Voice control for devices
  • Control single or all devices at once
Features
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The Switchmate Home companion app allows you to control and interact with the following Products: - Switchmate - Switchmate Slim / Bright - Switchmate Power Owners of the following devices should download the SimplySmart Home app instead: - Complete Wireless Home Security System by SimplySmart Home - The Cube Wireless Security Camera by SimplySmart Home *Switchmate, Slim, and Power device support is being added to the SimplySmart Home app but is not yet available. Features: - Control: Turn existing light switches or power outlets on and off remotely (even away from home with an active Switchmate Power or Zip) - Timers: Automatically turn your switches or plugs on/off at preset times - Welcome Home: Automatically turn on switches or plugs of your choosing when you get home - Updates: Get over the air firmware updates for your Switchmate device(s) to make sure you have the latest/greatest - Voice Control: Tap the Microphone icon in and app and simply speak your command. Control one device at a time or all at once. "Turn Kenny's Room light off" "Turn on my living room lights" "Bedroom on" "Turn all my lights off" Requirements: - iOS 10 or higher - Switchmate Device(s): -- Switchmate (toggle and rocker) -- Switchmate Slim / Bright (toggle and rocker) -- Switchmate Power Need Help? support@switchmatehome.com Feedback? reqs@switchmatehome.com Switchmate devices are currently available in the U.S. and Canada Note: This application asks for use of background services and location for the "Welcome Home" feature.

About

SoftWakeOn

Features
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SoftWakeOn turns on your computers, servers and NAS from your iPhone or iPad using Wake-on-LAN. One tap and the machine boots, whether you are in the office or away. ONE-TAP WAKE Every computer has its own card with a power button. Tap it and SoftWakeOn sends the magic packet along every possible path: your network's real broadcast address, 255.255.255.255 and the computer's IP, on ports 7 and 9 and with several repetitions, so it gets there the first time. KNOWS WHEN IT IS ON SoftWakeOn checks the status of each computer on your network and, after sending the packet, waits for it to boot and lets you know as soon as it responds. OVER THE INTERNET TOO Enter your public IP or DDNS name and the port forwarded on your router, and wake your office or home computers from anywhere. IPv4, IPv6 and SecureOn passwords are supported. SIRI AND SHORTCUTS Use the "Turn on computer" action in the Shortcuts app to build automations — for example, turn on your office PC when you arrive at work. BUILT FOR EVERYDAY USE • Clear list of computers with custom icons and colors • Search by name, IP or MAC • Automatic MAC address formatting • Clear warnings when Wi-Fi or local network permission is missing • Export and import your list to move it to another device • Built-in guide to set up the BIOS, Windows, Mac and router • Works on iPhone and iPad PRIVACY No accounts, no ads, no data collection. Your computers are stored only on your device. REQUIREMENTS The computer you want to turn on must have Wake-on-LAN enabled in its BIOS/UEFI and network adapter, and is usually connected by cable. The built-in guide walks you through it step by step. Developed by H-Soft, S.L. (Huelva, Spain), makers of business software since 1986.

Screenshots

Switchmate Home3 screens
SoftWakeOn4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Switchmate Home at Free against SoftWakeOn's $0.99. Switchmate Home also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 7 months) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.0). On ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Switchmate Home is free to download; SoftWakeOn costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Switchmate Home ships an update every 2 weeks, SoftWakeOn every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Switchmate Home versus SoftWakeOn: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSwitchmate HomeSoftWakeOn
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating1.7 (71 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews11.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings71 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 7 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSwitchmate Inc.H-Soft, S.L.

Bugs and requests

Switchmate Home

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes after updates
  • Switches stop working randomly
  • Timers not functioning properly
  • Inability to add/manage devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • Siri/HomeKit integration
  • Improved scheduling options
  • Remote access from anywhere

SoftWakeOn

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Switchmate Home

No in-app purchases

None

SoftWakeOn

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Switchmate Home free?
Switchmate Home is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SoftWakeOn free?
SoftWakeOn costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Switchmate Home or SoftWakeOn have ads?
Neither Switchmate Home nor SoftWakeOn shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Switchmate Home or SoftWakeOn?
Switchmate Home ships an update every 2 weeks, and SoftWakeOn every 7 months. Most recently, Switchmate Home was updated on November 13, 2026 and SoftWakeOn on November 5, 2026.

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