# BroadLink vs SDBplay 2

The clearest difference is rating: BroadLink at 4.3 against SDBplay 2's 2.1. BroadLink also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ratings volume (2.6K vs 14). SDBplay 2's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SDBplay 2 sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. BroadLink asks for nothing beyond the download.

BroadLink holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BroadLink has 2.6K ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of BroadLink's written reviews are positive against 35% of SDBplay 2's.

BroadLink ships an update monthly, SDBplay 2 every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BroadLink | SDBplay 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (2.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/broadlink/id1450257910/reviews)** | [2.1 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sdbplay-2/id1536376692/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.6K** | 14 |
| Positive reviews | **57.9% of reviews** | 35.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 167 MB | 625 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Broadlink Co.,Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/714823084) | [winscend tech limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1348347555) |

## What reviewers say

### BroadLink

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/broadlink/id1450257910)

Manage all your smart home devices from one place, anywhere in the world. Control lighting, appliances, security, and more with intelligent automation and one-button scene control. Features zero-configuration setup for compatible devices.

**Highlights:** Remote device management, Intelligent power control, Lighting control, IR and RF remote control, Security and sensor integration, Scene creation, Zero configuration device setup

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Siri integration, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Works well with Alexa
- 💡 Consolidates multiple remotes
- 🔒 Secure connection
- 👍 Intuitive app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Unreliable device pairing
- 🐛 Buggy app updates
- 🔧 Difficult setup process
- 🔧 Confusing user interface

**Reported bugs**

- Scenes not working as expected
- Frequent app crashes
- Devices going offline randomly
- Alexa integration issues

**Requested features**

- Ability to customize button layouts
- Integration with more smart home platforms
- Improved scheduling and automation features
- Temperature display in Fahrenheit
- Backup and restore functionality


### SDBplay 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sdbplay-2/id1536376692)

Engage in a variety of international standard game modes with diverse gameplay options. Explore nearly 30 different challenges, including exercises and party games, designed for continuous entertainment.

**Highlights:** Multiple international standard game modes, 01 games, Cricket, Count up, Bull hunters, Exercises and party games, Nearly 30 gameplay types

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Handful of coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pile of coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| Stack of coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bag of coins | $8.99 | one-time |
| Chest of coins | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BroadLink free?

BroadLink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SDBplay 2 free?

SDBplay 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, BroadLink or SDBplay 2?

BroadLink is rated higher. BroadLink averages 4.3 out of 5 from 2.6K ratings, while SDBplay 2 averages 2.1 from 14 ratings.

### Do BroadLink or SDBplay 2 have ads?

Neither BroadLink nor SDBplay 2 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BroadLink or SDBplay 2?

BroadLink ships an update monthly, and SDBplay 2 every 6 weeks. Most recently, BroadLink was updated on October 2, 2026 and SDBplay 2 on September 28, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*