PRIME Wire vs PointsAware
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PRIME Wire
Control connected devices wirelessly from anywhere. Schedule custom timers for lighting and appliances, and manage multiple devices simultaneously. Receive alerts when devices activate, offering convenient home automation.
- Wireless device control
- Custom timer schedules
- Manual ON/OFF control
- Smart Scenes for multiple devices
- Add and configure multiple devices
- Push notifications
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The PRIME ON app provides wireless control of your connected devices from anywhere. The PRIME ON app is the perfect tool to control your PRIME SmartOutlets. PRIME's home automation products now work with Google Home and Amazon Alexa. -Set multiple custom timer schedules for indoor and outdoor lighting, fans, and other electrical devices. -Manual ON/OFF control allows you to control your devices from your smartphone or tablet. -Smart Scenes feature enables the linkage of multiple devices providing control of multiple devices at the same time. -Easily add and configure multiple PRIME devices. -Receive push notifications to alert you when devices activate. *Requires internet access or cellular signal.
PointsAware
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PointsAware makes everyday shopping deals easier to understand. See a promotion, enter the numbers, and quickly find out what the deal is actually worth. PointsAware helps you calculate: • Percentage and dollar discounts • Spend-and-save promotions • Multi-buy offers • Buy X, get Y free deals • Discounted additional items • Unit prices across different package sizes • Loyalty points and rewards for supported Canadian programs For supported Canadian rewards programs, PointsAware can calculate: • Spend-and-get points offers • Repeating spend thresholds • Item-specific bonus points • Points multipliers where supported • Special point redemptions • Effective reward value and percentage back Supported loyalty calculations currently include PC Optimum, Moi, Scene+ and Blue Rewards, with program conversion values handled automatically. PointsAware is designed for quick use while you shop. Choose the type of deal you see, enter a few numbers, and get a clear result without complicated formulas or financial-calculator terminology. Your calculations stay on your device. PointsAware does not require an account and does not currently collect personal data, use analytics, or display advertising. Disclaimer: PointsAware is an independent utility and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any retailer or loyalty program.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: PointsAware at every 4 days against PRIME Wire's every 6 months. PRIME Wire's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
PRIME Wire ships an update every 6 months, PointsAware every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PRIME Wire | PointsAware |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (1K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 39.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 218 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Prime Wire and Cable, Inc. | Wei Du |
Bugs and requests
PRIME Wire
Reported bugs
5 issues- App crashes after iOS updates
- Devices randomly going offline
- Unable to log in or change password
- Schedules/timers not working as expected
- Inability to add or control individual plugs
Requested features
5 requests- Siri/HomeKit integration
- Auto-shutoff timer option
- Improved app UI/UX
- Better cold weather performance
- More reliable connectivity
PointsAware
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
PRIME Wire
No in-app purchases
PointsAware
No in-app purchases
