# Voice in a Can vs TRIGGERcmd

The clearest difference is rating: TRIGGERcmd at 5.0 against Voice in a Can's 3.9. TRIGGERcmd also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5). Voice in a Can's advantage is ratings volume (218 vs 2) and device support (5 vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Voice in a Can sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. TRIGGERcmd asks for nothing beyond the download.

TRIGGERcmd holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Voice in a Can has 218 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Voice in a Can ships an update every 2 months, TRIGGERcmd every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Voice in a Can | TRIGGERcmd |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (218 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voice-in-a-can/id1339696720/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/triggercmd/id1505878463/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **218** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 76.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 28 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Atadore](https://appshunter.io/developer/1339696719) | [VanderMey Consulting, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1078809710) |

## What reviewers say

### Voice in a Can

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voice-in-a-can/id1339696720)

Control your smart home devices, ask questions, manage lists, and set timers using Alexa on your Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPad. Enjoy hands-free voice commands without needing to say "Alexa."

**Highlights:** Alexa voice control, Smart home device management, Shopping list management, Timer and alarm setting, Siri Shortcut integration, Watch complication support, Automatic listening on launch

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tiny thanks | $0.99 | one-time |
| Small thanks | $1.99 | one-time |
| Thanks | $2.99 | one-time |
| Big thanks | $4.99 | one-time |
| Massive Thanks | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient Alexa access on Apple Watch
- 👍 Works well with smart home devices
- 💡 Allows hands-free control without phone
- 👍 Responsive developer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
- 🐛 Slow response times on some devices
- 🔋 Drains Apple Watch battery
- 🔒 Security/privacy concerns

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes or crashes on launch
- Incompatibility with newer iOS/watchOS versions

**Requested features**

- Ability to control music playback
- Improved Apple Watch app design
- Siri Shortcuts integration
- Expanded Alexa functionality


### TRIGGERcmd

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/triggercmd/id1505878463)

Control your computers remotely by running custom commands. Automate tasks like installing updates, opening garage doors, or executing scripts from your mobile device. Securely trigger actions without exposing your command details.

**Highlights:** Run custom commands remotely, Automate computer tasks, Secure trigger system, Install updates remotely, Open garage doors, Execute scripts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Voice in a Can free?

Voice in a Can is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TRIGGERcmd free?

TRIGGERcmd is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Voice in a Can or TRIGGERcmd?

TRIGGERcmd is rated higher. Voice in a Can averages 3.9 out of 5 from 218 ratings, while TRIGGERcmd averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Voice in a Can or TRIGGERcmd have ads?

Neither Voice in a Can nor TRIGGERcmd shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Voice in a Can or TRIGGERcmd?

Voice in a Can ships an update every 2 months, and TRIGGERcmd every 4 months. Most recently, Voice in a Can was updated on October 1, 2026 and TRIGGERcmd on September 17, 2026.

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