Comparison

Homemanager for Homebridge vs RaspController

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

Head to head
About

Homemanager for Homebridge

This app simplifies the management of Homebridge and HOOBS systems on your iPhone or iPad. It offers guided setup, an intuitive interface, and powerful tools for integrations, configuration, and maintenance, making it easier to bring unsupported devices into Apple Home.

Highlights
  • Integration Store
  • Interactive Configuration
  • System Updates
  • Logs and Terminal access
  • Hybrid Editor for JSON
  • Multi-server management
Features
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Homemanager makes Homebridge and HOOBS simpler, more modern, and more mobile. Manage your Homebridge or HOOBS systems directly from your iPhone or iPad, with guided flows, an intuitive interface, and powerful tools for setup, integrations, configuration, and maintenance. For many Apple Home users, Homebridge is the easiest way to bring devices and services into Apple Home that would otherwise not be available there. Homemanager helps you get started with Homebridge step by step and set up your system. Why Homemanager? Since 2018, we have been developing Homemanager with the goal of making Homebridge and HOOBS management more accessible, more reliable, and better suited for everyday use. The app supports you from the initial setup all the way to ongoing system management. Whether you are looking for integrations, editing configurations, managing bridges, reviewing logs, or installing updates, everything is designed for a clear and mobile friendly experience. For you in the app: - Integration Store: Discover integrations, filter them, and understand them more easily - Interactive Configuration: Comprehensive support for established community configuration standards, optimized for mobile use - System Updates: Update Node and Homebridge directly in the app - Temporary Changes: Prepare changes, review them, and apply them later when you are ready - Logs and Terminal: Review logs and work directly on your server - System Dashboard: Performance, updates, and status information at a glance For advanced setups: - Hybrid Editor: Edit JSON in a structured, visual way with search - SmartDetect 2: Easily adopt example configurations and continue configuring them graphically - Multi Server: Manage multiple servers centrally - Pairing and Cache Management Who is Homemanager for? For anyone who wants to use Homebridge or HOOBS not just somehow, but manage it reliably and comfortably, from getting started to more advanced setups.

About

RaspController

Control and manage your Raspberry Pi remotely. Access files, control GPIO ports, send terminal commands, view camera feeds, and monitor system resources. Includes sensor data and wiring diagrams for comprehensive device management.

Highlights
  • Remote GPIO control
  • File management and editing
  • SSH terminal access
  • System resource monitoring
  • Camera feed viewing
  • Sensor data integration
  • Raspberry Pi information and diagrams
Features
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Manage your Raspberry Pi with maximum simplicity and power. RASPCONTROLLER is the ultimate tool for everyone who wants TOTAL CONTROL of their device directly from their smartphone. The application transforms your iPhone or iPad into a REMOTE CONTROL CENTER. Thanks to an intuitive interface and advanced features, you can interact with the hardware and software of your Raspberry Pi wherever you are. LIST OF FEATURES: GPIO MANAGEMENT: Control of pins in On/Off or impulsive mode for your electronics projects. FILE MANAGER: Explore the contents of your Raspberry Pi. Copy, paste, delete, download and view file properties with an integrated text editor. SSH SHELL: Send custom commands via the terminal. SYSTEM MONITORING: Monitor CPU, RAM, storage usage and network traffic in real time. CAMERA: View real-time images from the connected camera. DEVICE INFO: Access detailed information of the connected hardware. PINOUTS AND DIAGRAMS: Easily consult electrical diagrams and pinouts for your connections. WIDGETS: Create quick shortcuts to execute immediate commands from your home screen. PROCESS LIST: View and manage active processes on the operating system. SUPPORT FOR VARIOUS SENSORS: Data reading for DHT11/22, DS18B20 and BMP sensors (pressure, temperature, altitude). SENSE HAT: Complete management of the Sense Hat board. WAKE ON LAN (WOL): Use the Raspberry Pi to turn on other devices in the network. PUSH NOTIFICATIONS: Receive alerts and notifications directly from your device. POWER COMMANDS: Shut down or restart the system with a simple touch. SECURITY: USE OF THE SECURE SSH PROTOCOL. AUTHENTICATION WITH PASSWORD OR SSH KEYS. Download RaspController and optimize your Raspberry Pi management today. Everything you need for your IoT and LINUX projects is now in the palm of your hand.

Screenshots

Homemanager for Homebridge4 screens
RaspController4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Homemanager for Homebridge at none against RaspController's shown. Homemanager for Homebridge also leads on ratings volume (191 vs 58). RaspController's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.2) and review sentiment (79% vs 64%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Homemanager for Homebridge sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and RaspController sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RaspController holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 191 and 58 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Homemanager for Homebridge's written reviews are positive against 79% of RaspController's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Homemanager for Homebridge ships an update every 3 weeks, RaspController every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Homemanager for Homebridge versus RaspController: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHomemanager for HomebridgeRaspController
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (191 ratings)4.6 (58 ratings) — better
Positive reviews64.2% of reviews79.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings191 — better58
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB43 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperParceApp UG (haftungsbeschränkt)Egal Net di Ettore Gallina

Customer experience

Homemanager for Homebridge

All ratings186 ratings
Positive81.7%
Neutral2.7%
Negative15.6%
Written reviews151 reviews
Positive64.2%
Neutral5.3%
Negative30.5%

RaspController

All ratings57 ratings
Positive89.5%
Neutral1.8%
Negative8.8%
Written reviews68 reviews
Positive79.4%
Neutral4.4%
Negative16.2%

User reviews

Homemanager for Homebridge

From 191 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Intuitive and clean user interface
  • 🚀 Easy management of Homebridge from mobile device
  • 💰 Fair one-time pricing model with free trial
  • 🔧 Comprehensive device and plugin management
  • 📱 Convenient remote access capability

Room to improve

  • 😤 Aggressive licensing/paywall implementation
  • 🐛 Device recognition issues (shows as 'unknown')
  • ❌ Compatibility problems with newer HOOBS versions
  • 🔐 No Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) support
  • ⚙️ Inconsistent temperature unit display

RaspController

From 58 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great for managing Raspberry Pi
  • 🚀 Fast and responsive
  • 💡 Comprehensive features
  • ✅ Works as described
  • 💰 Fairly priced pro subscription

Room to improve

  • 💸 Full of ads
  • 🚫 No IPv6 support
  • 🐛 Copy-paste issues in SSH
  • 🐛 Cannot select multiple files
  • 🐛 SSH terminal navigation issues

Bugs and requests

Homemanager for Homebridge

Reported bugs

12 issues
  • App crashes intermittently
  • Statistics fail to load on app launch
  • Temperature display ignores system settings
  • Homebridge status shows as 'unknown' despite working
  • Port configuration restrictions and errors
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  • Network-related failures affecting Safari and Home app
  • Stuck on purchase screen with no exit option
  • Connection timeouts for remote access
  • Incompatibility with HOOBS 4 and newer versions
  • Password input not working on macOS startup
  • Doubled-up bridge listings
  • Inconsistent device accessory visibility

Requested features

12 requests
  • iOS widget support for home screen and lock screen
  • Remote access/VPN configuration support
  • Node.js update capability from app
  • Terminal access for Homebridge commands
  • Parameter graphs and historical data visualization
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  • HOOBS Pro device icon option
  • Breadcrumb navigation for clearer UI flow
  • Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) support
  • Siri Shortcuts integration
  • Better JSON editing support with validation
  • Save/upload button on device management screens
  • Mac app compatibility with non-M1 chips

RaspController

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • Ads block the whole screen
  • SSH terminal copy-paste doesn't work
  • Cannot navigate back in SSH terminal without deleting everything
  • App crashes when opening VIM
  • SSH connection crashes before connecting
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  • GPIO control doesn't work
  • Legacy camera feature has exposure issues
  • App cannot differentiate between multiple devices with HATs
  • Timeout. Socket not established error

Requested features

14 requests
  • IPv6 support
  • Sudo mode in file manager
  • Copy-paste in SSH terminal
  • Ability to go back in SSH terminal
  • Select multiple files in file manager
Show 9 more
  • Dark mode
  • Advanced analytics dashboard
  • Remote connection from anywhere
  • Synchronization of entered data across devices
  • Export data for synchronization
  • Grouping of favorites
  • Better compatibility with Diet-Pi and other Linux systems
  • Ability to change quick commands
  • Support for 2FA login

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Homemanager for Homebridge

One-time10
  • TrialFree
  • Legacy - Basic Upgrade$1.99
  • Legacy - Pro Upgrade$3.99
Show 7 more
  • Legacy License Basic$4.99
  • Legacy License Pro Upgrade$5.99
  • Basic$5.99
  • Basic to Pro Upgrade$6.99
  • Legacy - Basic to Pro Upgrade$8.99
  • Legacy License Pro$10.99
  • Pro$10.99
2 purchases

RaspController

Subscriptions2
  • PRO Version (3 months)$1.993 Months
  • PRO Version (1 year)7 Days trial$2.991 Year

Questions

Is Homemanager for Homebridge free?
Homemanager for Homebridge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RaspController free?
RaspController is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Homemanager for Homebridge or RaspController?
RaspController is rated higher. Homemanager for Homebridge averages 4.2 out of 5 from 191 ratings, while RaspController averages 4.6 from 58 ratings.
Do Homemanager for Homebridge or RaspController have ads?
RaspController shows ads; Homemanager for Homebridge does not.
Which is updated more often, Homemanager for Homebridge or RaspController?
Homemanager for Homebridge ships an update every 3 weeks, and RaspController every 5 weeks. Most recently, Homemanager for Homebridge was updated on November 2, 2026 and RaspController on November 3, 2026.

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