Smart Home Manager vs Steadyward
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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.
Steadyward
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Steadyward helps you protect focused work with simple sessions, calmer audio, and clear progress tracking. Start a timer that fits the way you work, whether that means a structured Pomodoro block or a more flexible flow session. Add a task, choose an ambient sound, and stay in a cleaner focus state until the session is done. Free features: • Start focus sessions with flexible presets • Track your streak and daily minutes • Review recent session history • Use reminders and completion alerts • Create an account and sync your progress Premium features: • Deeper analytics and richer charts • Expanded history and insights • More customization for a calmer focus routine • Premium access across your devices through native restore flows Steadyward is built for people who want a practical focus tool instead of a crowded productivity system. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Smart Home Manager at none against Steadyward's 2. Smart Home Manager also leads on chart position (#30 vs unranked). Steadyward's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. Steadyward sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Smart Home Manager asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Smart Home Manager | Steadyward |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (488K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 41.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 488K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Best chart rank | #30 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 97 MB | 144 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | AT&T Services, Inc. | Randy Trimble |
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
Steadyward
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Smart Home Manager
No in-app purchases
Steadyward
- Monthly$4.991 Month
- Yearly$24.991 Year
Questions
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