Comparison

KNX V2 vs Thinknx Trend

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

Head to head
About

KNX V2

Features
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With the updated Feller KNX app, lighting, blinds, climate control, and other functions can be conveniently operated via smartphone or tablet. Thanks to the new, intuitive design and customizable optionsβ€”such as renaming functions or choosing symbolsβ€”the app offers flexible usability. Switching between favorites, rooms, scenes, and automations ensures quick and easy navigation. In residential settings, the KNX app serves as a remote control for managing functions in individual rooms or entire sections of a building. In offices, meeting rooms, or training spaces, the new KNX app can be used in combination with a tablet for convenient control during presentations. Your benefits: β€’ Presence simulation deters burglars before they act. β€’ The timer function allows time-based control of devices. β€’ With the smart button function, KNX switches can trigger app scenes. β€’ Supports user rights management as defined by the system integrator, allowing different permissions for individual users. β€’ Integration of the Solar Manager widget is possible. β€’ Data export and import functionality. β€’ Switch between different installations via the menu (e.g., apartment / holiday home). β€’ Live visualization provides real-time overview of window states, room temperatures, and operating modes. For more information about the KNX app or the KNX/App Interface V2, please contact your electrical installer or visit our website at feller.ch/knx. Note: This app is compatible with the KNX/App Interface V2, article number: 36141-00.REG.

About

Thinknx Trend

Features
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Thinknx Trendline is the app for controlling smart homes and building that rely on the powerful Trendline devices. Completely redesigned and distinguished by unique key features, this app allows a leap forward in terms of usability and appealing providing the building enhanced performances as well as much more power and flexibility. Features: - Completely customizable from system integrator and end-user - Fast and easy setup using the free ThinKnx Configurator - Unlimited number of KNX group addresses - Multiproject support - Secure connection thanks to encrypted stream - Comfortable and intuitive usage - Simple and attractive design Check list of the main software functions: - Management of complete home and building automation systems based on KNX - Lights (on/off command with % value, dimmer, new RGBW control with colors and sequences set by the user) - Awnings and any kind of motorized shutter/curtain - Climate and heating (manual or scheduled climate control) - Display weather data - Load control, water, gas, electricity - Create custom scenarios - HVAC control with desired thermal modality (comfort, standby, night) - Voice control function - Basic Logic - Boolean functions (AND, OR, NOT, NOR, NAND) and filters. - Advanced logical functions - Timed controls thanks to calendars and a lot of kind of timers - KNX bus monitor via web page - Smart Irrigation system - Integrated network Cameras with MJPEG or RTSP H264/H265 video flow - Integrated management of audio devices (Audiofy)

Screenshots

KNX V24 screens
Thinknx Trend4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: KNX V2 at every 4 months against Thinknx Trend's every 16 months. Thinknx Trend's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

KNX V2 ships an update every 4 months, Thinknx Trend every 16 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
KNX V2 versus Thinknx Trend: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKNX V2Thinknx Trend
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 months β€” betterEvery 16 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size56 MB212 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFeller AGLuForLu

In-app purchases

None

KNX V2

No in-app purchases

None

Thinknx Trend

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KNX V2 free?
KNX V2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Thinknx Trend free?
Thinknx Trend is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do KNX V2 or Thinknx Trend have ads?
Neither KNX V2 nor Thinknx Trend shows ads.
Which is updated more often, KNX V2 or Thinknx Trend?
KNX V2 ships an update every 4 months, and Thinknx Trend every 16 months. Most recently, KNX V2 was updated on November 6, 2026 and Thinknx Trend on November 7, 2026.

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