SofaBaton vs HunterSMART™ (SIMPLEconnect®)
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SofaBaton
Configure your physical remote control with this app. It connects via Bluetooth to access a vast database of IR codes for various home entertainment devices. Set up new devices, learn from original remotes, and create custom button assignments or macro sequences for simplified control.
- Bluetooth remote configuration
- IR code database access
- Device setup via online search
- Learning from original remotes
- Customizable button assignments
- Macro key sequence creation
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The app is used to set up and configurate the physical Sofabaton remote. The app uses Bluetooth signal to communicate with the Sofabaton remote control, giving access to the full database of IR code for home entertainment devices, such as TV's, SoundBar's, DVD's, etc. Devices can be set up by searching online IR code database or directly learning from original physical remotes. The app also gives you access to customizable functionalities such as assigning unique keys to certain buttons on the Sofabaton remote or creating macro key sequences so that you can enjoy the convenience of achieving certain activities by simply pressing one button. Features: -Online access to cloud-based database of Infrared Device -Universal search by device brand or type -Automatic setup on the Sofabaton remote using Bluetooth technology -Support both IR and Bluetooth remote protocol -Requires a Bluetooth Smart capable phone
HunterSMART™ (SIMPLEconnect®)
Control your Hunter Wi-Fi ceiling fans remotely with this intuitive mobile application. Manage fan speed and lighting with a clean, modern interface. Integrates with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa for voice control.
- Remote fan and light control
- Seamless device pairing
- Modern, easy-to-navigate interface
- Google Assistant integration
- Amazon Alexa integration
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Good looks with the smarts to match. Hunter incorporates smart home technology into their ceiling fans to bring you the comfort you deserve with the convenience you desire. The easy to use Hunter SIMPLEconnect® app gives you the freedom to control your Hunter SIMPLEconnect® Wi-Fi fans from the palm of your hand. • Seamless device-pairing process connects the app to your fan • Clean, modern app design for easy navigation as well as fan and light control within the app • Optimized for the latest OS Download the SIMPLEconnect® app and start controlling your comfort from your smart phone or tablet. It’s that simple! Please note: This app does NOT support Bluetooth technology. Please contact customercare@Hunterfan.com for more information. For Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa functionality, pair your device in SIMPLEconnect® app first. Google Assistant process: To use your fan with Google Assistant, first, add your device(s) in the SIMPLEconnect® app, then activate Google Assistant. Amazon Alexa process: To use your fan with Alexa, first, add your device(s) in the SIMPLEconnect® app. Once your fan(s) are added to your SIMPLEconnect® account, activate the Amazon Alexa skill "Hunter – SIMPLEconnect® Smart Ceiling Fan" and enter your SIMPLEconnect® credentials to link your fan to Alexa control. View our product line of Smart fans here: https://www.hunterfan.com/pages/ceiling-fan-smart-home
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: HunterSMART™ (SIMPLEconnect®) at 3.6 against SofaBaton's 2.4. HunterSMART™ (SIMPLEconnect®) also leads on ratings volume (4.3K vs 306). SofaBaton's advantage is review sentiment (37% vs 12%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
HunterSMART™ (SIMPLEconnect®) holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HunterSMART™ (SIMPLEconnect®) has 4.3K ratings behind it against 306, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 37% of SofaBaton's written reviews are positive against 12% of HunterSMART™ (SIMPLEconnect®)'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
SofaBaton ships an update every 2 weeks, HunterSMART™ (SIMPLEconnect®) every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SofaBaton | HunterSMART™ (SIMPLEconnect®) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.4 (306 ratings) | 3.6 (4.3K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 36.7% of reviews — better | 12.4% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 306 | 4.3K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 72 MB | 185 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HTT IMPORT AND EXPORT INC | Hunter Fan |
Customer experience
SofaBaton
HunterSMART™ (SIMPLEconnect®)
User reviews
SofaBaton
From 306 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Works well
- 🚀 Easy to set up
- 💡 Customizable buttons
- 🔒 Reliable connection
- 🔋 Long battery life
Room to improve
- 🐛 Buggy app
- 👎 Unintuitive interface
- 🔍 Incomplete device database
- 🔍 Difficult to program
- 🔍 Lacks advanced features
HunterSMART™ (SIMPLEconnect®)
From 4.3K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Easy setup
- 🔌 Seamless integration with smart home platforms
- 👍 Quiet and efficient fans
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent connectivity issues
- 🤖 Buggy and unreliable app
- 🤔 Confusing setup process
- 🕰️ Slow and unresponsive app
- 🔒 Poor customer support
Bugs and requests
SofaBaton
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes during setup
- Remote disconnects frequently
- Buttons not responsive
- Issues with firmware updates
Requested features
5 requests- Dark mode option
- Backup and restore settings
- Improved device support
- Easier programming process
- More advanced macro functionality
HunterSMART™ (SIMPLEconnect®)
Reported bugs
3 issues- App frequently crashes or becomes unresponsive
- Fans randomly disconnect from the network
- App fails to properly sync fan settings and states
Requested features
3 requests- Improved app stability and reliability
- Better integration with popular smart home platforms
- Firmware update capability within the app
In-app purchases
SofaBaton
No in-app purchases
HunterSMART™ (SIMPLEconnect®)
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is SofaBaton free?
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