GHome vs Smart Home Controller App
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GHome
Control smart home devices like lights, sockets, and appliances remotely from your smartphone. Automate your home by setting timers and schedules for devices to turn on or off automatically.
- Remote device control
- Smartphone and tablet compatibility
- Control wall sockets, light bulbs, and switches
- Manage air conditioners and heaters
- Set timers and schedules
- Automated device operation
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The G Home App by GabbaGoods helps you connect your G Home products and control them from your phone or tablet! Control your wall sockets, light bulbs, light switches, lamp, air conditioner, heater, and many more appliances with just your smartphone. Set timers & schedules to automatically turn your products on or off.
Smart Home Controller App
Manage and control a wide range of smart home devices, including plugs, switches, bulbs, and cameras, from a single, intuitive interface. Simplify your daily routines by turning devices on or off with a tap, and easily expand your smart home setup.
- Control smart plugs, switches, and bulbs
- Manage Wi-Fi cameras
- Single-tap device on/off
- Seamless device setup
- Intuitive user interface
- Expandable smart home management
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The Smart Home Controller App helps you manage and control your smart devices, including connected plugs, switches, lights, bulbs, cameras, and more. Simple Smart Home Control Easily turn connected devices on or off with a single tap. Whether you're managing a single smart plug or multiple devices throughout your home, control is always within reach. Easy Setup Quickly connect supported devices and manage them directly from your phone. Designed to work with a wide range of compatible smart home products. Control Your Devices Manage lights, plugs, switches, and other supported devices from a single app. Create a streamlined smart home experience with reliable device control. Intuitive Design The app features a clean and user-friendly interface, making it easy to get started whether you're new to smart home technology or an experienced user. Why Choose Smart Home Controller App • Control compatible smart devices from one place • Easy setup and device management • Simple and reliable smart home controls • Supports a wide range of compatible products • Clean and intuitive user experience Premium Subscriptions Get unlimited access with a monthly or yearly plan. Payment is charged to your iTunes Account at purchase and at each renewal. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period in Account Settings. Privacy Policy and Terms Privacy Policy: https://chorus-labs.com/smart-home-privacy/ Terms of Service: https://chorus-labs.com/smart-home-terms/ Support Email: support@chorus-labs.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GHome at none against Smart Home Controller App's 10. GHome also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 17.0). Smart Home Controller App's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 8 months) and rating (4.6 vs 4.3). On price, review sentiment, ads 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. Smart Home Controller App sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. GHome asks for nothing beyond the download.
Smart Home Controller App holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 878 and 3.7K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of GHome's written reviews are positive against 18% of Smart Home Controller App's.
GHome ships an update every 8 months, Smart Home Controller App weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GHome | Smart Home Controller App |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (878 ratings) | 4.6 (3.7K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 12.7% of reviews | 18.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 878 | 3.7K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Subscription |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 107 MB | 173 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | M&S Accessory Network / GabbaGoods | Chorus Labs LLC (CA) |
Customer experience
GHome
Smart Home Controller App
Bugs and requests
GHome
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Smart Home Controller App
Reported bugs
3 issues- Frequent app crashes
- Disconnection issues after power outages
- Incompatibility with certain smart home systems
Requested features
3 requests- Free access to core features
- Improved device compatibility
- Streamlined setup process
In-app purchases
GHome
No in-app purchases
Smart Home Controller App
- Smart Home Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Smart Home Monthly$9.991 Month
- Smart Home Premium3 Days trial$19.991 Year
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- Smart Home Premium$19.991 Year
- Smart Home Premium3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Smart Home Premium1 Month trial$39.991 Year
- Smart Home Premium3 Days trial$39.991 Year
- Smart Home Premium$39.991 Year
- Smart Home Yearly3 Days trial$49.991 Year
- Smart Home Premium$69.99
