Comparison

frogProject vs Busch

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

Head to head
About

frogProject

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frogProject is the installer app for configuring and commissioning frogblue Bluetooth Mesh projects. Designed for certified frogblue installers, partners, and Competence Centers, it provides everything needed to plan, deploy, configure, and verify a frogblue installation. System HealthCheck (new in 1.10.2) β€’ One-click installation verification β€’ Confirm every module is configured, addressed, and reachable β€’ Status reporting at a glance: configuration, addressing, backups, time, battery, reboot counter, and Bluetooth mesh signal monitoring β€’ Plain-language issue reporting for fast troubleshooting β€’ HealthCheck data is also accessible from frogDisplays, frogStations, and the frogControl app Bluetooth Mesh commissioning β€’ Add, configure, and address frogblue modules ("frogs") β€’ Group configuration, scenes, and automation rules β€’ Direct Bluetooth backup mode provisioning β€’ User Bluetooth Password support for multi-tenant installations Firmware updates β€’ Includes frogWare 1.10.2 - the current Bluetooth Mesh module firmware β€’ Roll out updates to frogs during commissioning or maintenance visits Hardware support β€’ Full support for the frogblue range: frogRelay, frogDALI, frogContact, frogLink, frogStrip, GPS Box, and more β€’ frogStrip RGBW with per-channel colour control β€’ Multi-sense handling under low-voltage conditions β€’ GPS Box: correct Southern-Hemisphere coordinates and regular time-sync checks β€’ Updated frogTerminal adaptors for SIEDLE and MOBOTIX upgrade paths Available in 20+ languages. About frogblue frogblue is a German smart-building system that wirelessly links lights, blinds, fans, windows, doors, heating, and intercoms via patented Bluetooth Mesh. The "frogs" install behind conventional light switches and outlets - no control wiring, no switch cabinet, no server. frogProject is intended for use by certified professionals. Installation and commissioning of frogblue systems should be performed by a certified frogblue installer, partner, or Competence Center. For details, training, and certification visit https://www.frogblue.com

About

Busch

Features
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The Busch-VoiceControl HomeKit KNX Bridge connects KNX installations with modern smart home ecosystems such as Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, and Matter. The solution not only enables voice control of KNX devices but also allows the integration of Matter devices into a KNX system. At the same time, KNX devices and functions can be integrated into Matter-enabled smart home ecosystems, ensuring seamless interaction between KNX and Matter. This app provides easy setup, configuration, and maintenance of HomeKit and Matter connectivity. Supported functions: β€’ Registration β€’ Device setup β€’ HomeKit and Matter configuration with automatic room assignment β€’ Integration of Matter devices into a KNX installation β€’ Integration of KNX devices and functions into Matter-enabled smart home ecosystems β€’ Import of software updates for the device β€’ Additional configuration options

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: frogProject at every 2 months against Busch's every 34 months. Busch's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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

frogProject ships an update every 2 months, Busch every 34 months. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
frogProject versus Busch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterfrogProjectBusch
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 months β€” betterEvery 34 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS12.1 β€” better12.4
Further details β€” not scored
Size59 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerfrogblue TECHNOLOGY GmbHBusch-Jaeger Elektro GmbH

In-app purchases

None

frogProject

No in-app purchases

None

Busch

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is frogProject free?
frogProject is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Busch free?
Busch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do frogProject or Busch have ads?
Neither frogProject nor Busch shows ads.
Which is updated more often, frogProject or Busch?
frogProject ships an update every 2 months, and Busch every 34 months. Most recently, frogProject was updated on September 16, 2026 and Busch on September 22, 2026.

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