BroadLink vs AVATTO
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BroadLink
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.
- Remote device management
- Intelligent power control
- Lighting control
- IR and RF remote control
- Security and sensor integration
- Scene creation
- Zero configuration device setup
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The new BroadLink super app lets you manage all BroadLink and compatible products in your home from anywhere in the world at any time, enjoying smart life style with intelligent power control, lighting control, IR and RF remote control, security protection, sensors, home appliances, etc. With BroadLink app, you can easily set triggers for interaction or scenes for one-button control of multiple devices. Also new FastCon technology is adopted in BroadLink app which enables you to add FastCon compatible devices without configuration process (Zero Configuration). If you have any questions, please click the "Feedback" Button in the "Help and Feedback" of the App.
AVATTO
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AVATTO is an app designed for the control and management of smart devices. This easy-to-use app helps you get smart devices interconnected and brings you comfort and peace of mind. The following advantages take your smart life to the next level: - Easily connect to and control a full range of smart devices and make them function as you wish, anytime you want. - Relax and unwind while the user-friendly app takes care of home automation triggered by all factors such as locations, schedules, weather conditions, and device status. - Intuitively access smart speakers and interact with smart devices under voice control. - Get informed timely without missing a single important event. - Invite family members to your home and make it comfy for everyone. The AVATTO app enhances your home experience in the palm of your hand.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: AVATTO at fortnightly against BroadLink's monthly. AVATTO also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
BroadLink ships an update monthly, AVATTO fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BroadLink | AVATTO |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (2.6K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 57.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2.6K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 167 MB | 221 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Broadlink Co.,Ltd | MIUC Technology (Shenzhen) Co.,Ltd |
Bugs and requests
BroadLink
Reported bugs
4 issues- Scenes not working as expected
- Frequent app crashes
- Devices going offline randomly
- Alexa integration issues
Requested features
5 requests- Ability to customize button layouts
- Integration with more smart home platforms
- Improved scheduling and automation features
- Temperature display in Fahrenheit
- Backup and restore functionality
AVATTO
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
BroadLink
No in-app purchases
AVATTO
No in-app purchases
