ioBroker vs Hello #
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
ioBroker
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The App allows to access the Vis of your ioBroker installation. You can access the local instance or an external accessible. Please use LetsEncrypt https and a strong password for authentication. Access via ioBroker.pro cloud and VPN is as well possible. If a user and password is provided the app will do an autologin. The connection order if url or username is provided: Local -> Cloud -> External -> VPN You can swipe down at everytime to reload the view and switch the connection way.
Hello #
Control your smart car remotely from your iPhone. Lock, unlock, start, and monitor your vehicle's status, charge, and comfort settings. Integrates with CarPlay, Widgets, and Siri Shortcuts for seamless use.
- Digital Key for lock, unlock, and start
- Real-time car status and location tracking
- Remote charging control and scheduling
- Preconditioning and climate control
- CarPlay, Widgets, and Siri Shortcuts integration
- Secure data handling
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Hello # - The app for smart owners. Take full control of your smart # car - easily, instantly, everywhere. Digital Key Use your iPhone to lock, unlock, and start your car effortlessly. Stay connected Check your carβs status, location, and key details at a glance. Customise your home screen with what matters most. Charge on your terms Monitor charging live, start or stop remotely, set limits, and schedule sessions. Comfort, ready before you get in Precondition your car and fine-tune seat heating individually. Works seamlessly with CarPlay, Widgets, and Siri Shortcuts. Your credentials stay safe Your data never leave your device. Always evolving Regular updates bring new features and improvements, shaped by users.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ioBroker at none against Hello #'s 3. ioBroker also leads on iOS requirement (9.3 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. Hello # sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. ioBroker asks for nothing beyond the download.
ioBroker ships an update monthly, Hello # every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ioBroker | Hello # |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | β | 97.1% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 4 weeks β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Monetization | β | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 9.3 β better | 17.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 8 MB | 145 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ioBroker GmbH | Clement Gonzalvez |
In-app purchases
ioBroker
No in-app purchases
Hello #
- Small Coffee$1.99
- Medium Coffee$3.99
- Large Coffee$9.99








