# Meross vs AiDot

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Meross at 78% against AiDot's 44%. Meross also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). AiDot's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.5) and chart position (#145 vs unranked). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Meross sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and AiDot sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

AiDot holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7.8K and 8.1K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 78% of Meross's written reviews are positive against 44% of AiDot's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Meross | AiDot |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (7.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/meross/id1260842951/reviews) | **[4.7 (8.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aidot/id1580685276/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 7.8K | **8.1K** |
| Positive reviews | **78.0% of reviews** | 44.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#145** |
| Size | 231 MB | 268 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Chengdu Meross Technology Co.,Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1260842710) | [AiDot Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1580685278) |

## What reviewers say

### Meross

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/meross/id1260842951)

Control and manage a wide range of smart home devices remotely. Set schedules, create custom scenes, and integrate with voice assistants for automated control. Access troubleshooting guides, firmware updates, and community forums for support.

**Highlights:** Remote device control, Custom schedules and scenes, Voice assistant integration, Firmware updates, In-app hardware guides, Consumer forum

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 SMS for a month | $0.99 | per month |
| 优惠测试-月 | $1.99 | per month |
| 优惠测试-年 | $1.99 | per year |
| 优惠测试-周 | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| 30 SMS for a month | $2.49 | per month |
| 100 SMS for a month | $6.99 | per month |
| 30 SMS | $3.49 | one-time |
| 100 SMS | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use app
- 🚀 Reliable and stable performance
- 💡 Useful features like power consumption monitoring
- 🔒 Secure and private
- 🔌 Seamless integration with smart home platforms

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues and device disconnections
- 🔧 Setup can be tricky at times
- 📱 Limited customization options in the app
- 🕰️ Routines and scheduling could be more flexible

**Reported bugs**

- Unreliable garage door status reporting
- Compatibility issues with iOS 16 updates
- Inconsistent device discovery and pairing

**Requested features**

- Add support for more smart home platforms
- Improve app interface and allow for more customization
- Enhance scheduling and automation features
- Provide more detailed energy consumption reporting


### AiDot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aidot/id1580685276)

**Currently charting:** #145 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Effortlessly connect and control your smart home devices with an intuitive interface. Automate routines, create custom scenes, and enhance your living space with smart lighting. Monitor your home's environment for safety and efficiency.

**Highlights:** One-touch device connection, One-tap automation setup, Smart lighting control, Customizable home screen, Environmental monitoring (motion, air quality), Device grouping

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AI Protection (1 Camera) | $1.99 | per month |
| AI Protection (1 Camera) | $2.99 | per month |
| AI Protection (1 Camera) | $2.99 | per month |
| AI Protection (2 Cameras) | $3.99 | per month |
| AI Protection (3 Cameras) | $5.99 | per month |
| AI Protection (2 Cameras) | $5.99 | per month |
| AI Protection(Unlimited Cam) | $6.99 | per month |
| AI Protection(Unlimited Cam) | $8.99 | per month |
| AI Protection Annual 1 Camera | $19.99 | per year |
| AI Protection Annual Unlimited | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 🚀 Quick setup
- 🔍 Comprehensive features
- 💡 Customizable lighting presets

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent connectivity issues
- 🐛 Buggy app updates
- 🔒 Privacy concerns
- 🐛 Unreliable device detection
- 🐛 Inconsistent app behavior

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Unresponsive device controls
- Incorrect device status reporting
- Syncing issues after power outages
- Inability to reset forgotten passwords

**Requested features**

- Siri/HomeKit integration
- Landscape mode support
- Favorites/presets management
- Improved automation and scheduling options
- Enhanced multi-device control


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Meross free?

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

### Is AiDot free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Meross or AiDot?

AiDot is rated higher. Meross averages 4.5 out of 5 from 7.8K ratings, while AiDot averages 4.7 from 8.1K ratings.

### Do Meross or AiDot have ads?

Neither Meross nor AiDot shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Meross or AiDot?

Meross ships an update fortnightly, and AiDot fortnightly. Most recently, Meross was updated on September 24, 2026 and AiDot on September 24, 2026.

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