Comparison

Smart Home Manager vs Platinum Connect

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

Head to head
About

Smart Home Manager

Easily set up and manage your home Wi-Fi network. View connected devices, personalize names, set screen time schedules, and get troubleshooting help. Includes internet security features and network health monitoring.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi name and password management
  • Device connection monitoring and personalization
  • Downtime and screen time scheduling
  • Virtual Assistant troubleshooting
  • AT&T ActiveArmor internet security
  • Network health checks and speed tests
Features
Currently charting
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The AT&T Smart Home Manager app will guide you through a simple self-setup process for your new service. It also provides all the tools you need to manage your network in one intuitive, user-friendly interface. Sign in with your AT&T User ID and password to get started. App highlights: • Easily view, update, and share your Wi-Fi name and password • See what devices are connected, personalize each device name and add it to a profile • Set downtime schedules to manage your family’s screen time or quickly and easily pause devices • Get troubleshooting help and customized recommendations from our Virtual Assistant • Get device and network protection with AT&T ActiveArmor℠ internet security • Check your network health, get notified of issues and service outages, run speed tests, and more AT&T Smart Home Manager is available to AT&T Internet service customers with a compatible AT&T Wi-Fi Gateway. Feature availability based on Wi-Fi gateway model, limited to Wi-Fi network.

About

Platinum Connect

Manage your vehicle with real-time tracking, battery monitoring, and security features. Receive alerts for speeding and boundary violations, access roadside assistance, and view trip history. Stay informed about dealership inventory and service reminders.

Highlights
  • Real-time vehicle location tracking
  • Battery health monitoring
  • Stolen vehicle protection and reporting
  • Speeding and boundary alerts
  • Valet mode for controlled usage
  • Trip history and driving insights
  • Dealership service reminders and inventory browsing
  • Roadside assistance access
Features
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Introducing Platinum Connect, your all-in-one solution for comprehensive vehicle management. Stay in control and enhance your driving experience with a suite of powerful features: Battery Monitoring: Keep tabs on your vehicle's battery health to ensure it's always ready to hit the road. Vehicle Location: Never lose track of your vehicle with real-time location tracking. Stolen Vehicle Protection and Reporting: Gain peace of mind with advanced security measures and easily report any unauthorized use. Speeding and Boundaries Alerts: Set personalized speed and location boundaries and receive instant alerts for any violations. Valet Mode: Hand over the keys confidently, knowing you can monitor and control your vehicle's usage. Trips Based on Driving & History: Explore detailed insights into your driving habits and view your trip history effortlessly. Dealership Service Reminders: Stay on top of your vehicle's maintenance schedule with timely service reminders. Roadside Assistance: In times of need, access reliable roadside assistance directly from the app. Dealership Shopping Inventory: Browse the latest inventory at your dealership, making car shopping a seamless experience. Platinum Connect goes beyond ordinary car management apps, providing a comprehensive suite of tools to optimize your driving experience and relationship with your dealer. Download Platinum Connect now and take control of your vehicle like never before. Drive smarter, drive safer!

Screenshots

Smart Home Manager4 screens
Platinum Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Smart Home Manager at 4.8 against Platinum Connect's 3.7. Smart Home Manager also leads on ratings volume (492K vs 3) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). Platinum Connect's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.6). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Smart Home Manager holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Home Manager has 492K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Smart Home Manager ships an update monthly, Platinum Connect every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Smart Home Manager versus Platinum Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart Home ManagerPlatinum Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (492K ratings) — better3.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews41.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings492K — better3
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
Best chart rank#27 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.614.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size97 MB185 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAT&T Services, Inc.VBI Group LLC

Customer experience

Smart Home Manager

All ratings483,780 ratings
Positive94.9%
Neutral2.6%
Negative2.5%
Written reviews1,328 reviews
Positive41.6%
Neutral7.1%
Negative51.4%

Platinum Connect

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and requests

Smart Home Manager

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App getting stuck on loading screens
  • Incorrect device connection status
  • Profiles not working as expected
  • Login issues and account sync problems
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

Requested features

5 requests
  • More flexible profile scheduling options
  • Ability to view and manage extenders
  • Better device identification and categorization
  • Improved troubleshooting and reporting tools
  • Seamless integration between app and router/gateway

Platinum Connect

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Smart Home Manager

No in-app purchases

None

Platinum Connect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Smart Home Manager free?
Smart Home Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Platinum Connect free?
Platinum Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Smart Home Manager or Platinum Connect?
Smart Home Manager is rated higher. Smart Home Manager averages 4.8 out of 5 from 492K ratings, while Platinum Connect averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do Smart Home Manager or Platinum Connect have ads?
Neither Smart Home Manager nor Platinum Connect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Smart Home Manager or Platinum Connect?
Smart Home Manager ships an update monthly, and Platinum Connect every 3 months. Most recently, Smart Home Manager was updated on November 11, 2026 and Platinum Connect on November 5, 2026.

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