Comparison

PIXIE PLUS vs Zimi Pro

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

Head to head
About

PIXIE PLUS

Control your smart home devices remotely with this app. It allows for voice control, remote monitoring, and advanced security setup. Organize devices by room, create schedules, and sync lights with music for a personalized smart home experience.

Highlights
  • Remote device control
  • Voice control compatibility
  • Room-based organization
  • Customizable schedules
  • Device discovery and setup
  • Sync lights to music
Features
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Make your home smart simply with PIXIE PLUS. The PIXIE PLUS App is used to control and is compatible with the PIXIE smart home range of devices from SAL National Pty Ltd. The PIXIE PLUS app works with the PIXIE Gateway and one PIXIE Gateway must be present in a project for the PIXIE PLUS app to operate. The PIXIE Plus app adds advanced system capabilities to a PIXIE smart home, introducing voice control compatibility through a number of service providers and remote monitoring options, with more sophisticated security setup capability for larger homes and families needing to manage who is in control of different parts of the smart home. The PIXIE PLUS app allows the user to divide the home into Rooms for fast, fine tuned control and configuration of PIXIE smart home devices and delivers the ability to control the home from anywhere an internet connection is available. PIXIE PLUS enables the ability to create schedules for scenes and groups, provides direct control of all devices, groups and scenes, and is also used for device discovery, setup and configuration processes of a PIXIE smart home system. PIXIE PLUS is easy to operate and allows the user to control a comprehensive selection of lighting commands; set a scene, set a schedule, dim, switch, group devices, sync your lights to music and more! PIXIE PLUS is compatible with all SAL PIXIE smart devices (including smart gateway, smart dimmer, smart switch, smart LED strip kit etc.) and popular voice control devices. Need more information on the navigation of PIXIE PLUS or PIXIE range products, check out the HELP page on the app or visit sal.net.au.

About

Zimi Pro

Effortlessly manage all your smart home devices from a single, intuitive application. Automate schedules, set timers, and monitor energy usage to create a more convenient and efficient living space, accessible from anywhere.

Highlights
  • Seamless control of Zimi devices
  • Automatic scheduling
  • Auto-off timers
  • Device customization
  • Energy usage monitoring
  • Secure remote access
Features
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Transform your space into a smart space with Zimi - the intuitive app that puts complete control of all your devices right at your fingertips. Control your lights, fans, appliances, and power points effortlessly from anywhere. Whether you're there or away, Zimi gives you the freedom to manage your smart devices exactly how you want - through the app or traditional switches. Key Features: - Seamless control of all your Zimi devices. - Automatic schedules for lights and appliances to match your lifestyle. - Auto-off timers for energy savings and peace of mind. - Customise your devices to suit your space. - Monitor and manage energy usage and save on power bills. - Secure remote access from anywhere. Download Zimi today and take control of your smarter living.

Screenshots

PIXIE PLUS4 screens
Zimi Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PIXIE PLUS at 88% against Zimi Pro's 80%. PIXIE PLUS also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PIXIE PLUS ships an update every 5 weeks, Zimi Pro every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on August 13, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
PIXIE PLUS versus Zimi Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPIXIE PLUSZimi Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews88.2% of reviews — better80.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size93 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSAL Nationwide Pty LtdZIMI INNOVATIONS PTY LTD

Customer experience

PIXIE PLUS

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive88.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.8%

Zimi Pro

Written reviews5 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%

In-app purchases

None

PIXIE PLUS

No in-app purchases

None

Zimi Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PIXIE PLUS free?
PIXIE PLUS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Zimi Pro free?
Zimi Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PIXIE PLUS or Zimi Pro have ads?
Neither PIXIE PLUS nor Zimi Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PIXIE PLUS or Zimi Pro?
PIXIE PLUS ships an update every 5 weeks, and Zimi Pro every 2 months. Most recently, PIXIE PLUS was updated on August 13, 2026 and Zimi Pro on September 14, 2026.

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