# SimplySmart Home by Switchmate vs TECKIN

The clearest difference is ratings volume: TECKIN at 238 against SimplySmart Home by Switchmate's 32. SimplySmart Home by Switchmate's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 1.6 for SimplySmart Home by Switchmate against 1.7 for TECKIN. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TECKIN has 238 ratings behind it against 32, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 4% of SimplySmart Home by Switchmate's written reviews are positive against 11% of TECKIN's.

SimplySmart Home by Switchmate ships an update fortnightly, TECKIN monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SimplySmart Home by Switchmate | TECKIN |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.6 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplysmart-home-by-switchmate/id1345559960/reviews) | **[1.7 (238 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/teckin/id1492022146/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 32 | **238** |
| Positive reviews | 3.8% of reviews | **11.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 103 MB | 119 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Switchmate Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/882612699) | [AFAR TECHNOLOGY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1570767156) |

## What reviewers say

### SimplySmart Home by Switchmate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplysmart-home-by-switchmate/id1345559960)

Control and configure your SimplySmart Home security system and compatible cameras remotely. Arm or disarm your system, receive alerts, and view live camera feeds. The app also provides firmware updates for your devices.

**Highlights:** Control & configure security system, Control & configure Cube IP Camera, Arm / Disarm security system, Receive notifications and alerts, Record & View camera feeds, Over-the-air firmware updates

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### TECKIN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/teckin/id1492022146)

This application allows you to remotely control various home appliances. Manage multiple devices simultaneously, share access with family and friends, and set different permission levels for users. Enjoy fast networking for a seamless experience.

**Highlights:** Remote appliance control, Control multiple devices, User administration, Uniform appliance control, Fast networking, Share appliances with permissions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy setup
- 🚀 Responsive app
- 💡 Good camera quality
- 😊 Satisfied with product

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🔍 Privacy concerns
- ⏱️ Slow performance
- 📢 Intrusive ads
- 🔌 Connectivity issues

**Reported bugs**

- Login failures
- Unresponsive app
- Incompatibility with newer devices
- Unreliable camera recordings

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Multiple device support
- Improved motion detection
- Better video playback controls
- RTSP support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SimplySmart Home by Switchmate free?

SimplySmart Home by Switchmate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is TECKIN free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SimplySmart Home by Switchmate or TECKIN?

TECKIN is rated higher. SimplySmart Home by Switchmate averages 1.6 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while TECKIN averages 1.7 from 238 ratings.

### Do SimplySmart Home by Switchmate or TECKIN have ads?

Neither SimplySmart Home by Switchmate nor TECKIN shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SimplySmart Home by Switchmate or TECKIN?

SimplySmart Home by Switchmate ships an update fortnightly, and TECKIN monthly. Most recently, SimplySmart Home by Switchmate was updated on November 2, 2026 and TECKIN on November 3, 2026.

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