Comparison

SofaBaton vs Smart Shades 2.0

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth remote configuration
  • IR code database access
  • Device setup via online search
  • Learning from original remotes
  • Customizable button assignments
  • Macro key sequence creation
Features
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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

About

Smart Shades 2.0

Control your window treatments remotely with this app. Automate shade and blind positions with scheduling and manage individual or grouped devices from anywhere. Requires a Smart Hub to operate.

Highlights
  • Remote shade and blind control
  • Scheduling and automation
  • Control single or grouped treatments
  • Room customization with photos
  • Compatible with Smith & Noble shades
Features
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The Smith & Noble App allows users to manage their shades and blinds from their mobile device. State-of-the art and easy-to-use, this system can customize functionality and control single and multiple window treatments from virtually anywhere in the world. To use the app, users must also have the Smith & Noble Smart Hub available at smithandnoble.com. Key features: Compatible with Smith & Noble shades and blinds. Has scheduling functionality to automate shades and blinds to preferred settings. Control shades and blinds in real-time without being at home. Operate a single shade or blind as well as groups across entire home. Customize with photos of your rooms or use ours.

Screenshots

SofaBaton4 screens
Smart Shades 2.04 screens

Verdict

The call

SofaBaton and Smart Shades 2.0 both sit at 2.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 37% of SofaBaton's written reviews are positive against 23% of Smart Shades 2.0's. SofaBaton also leads on ratings volume (306 vs 51). Smart Shades 2.0's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 2.4 for SofaBaton against 2.5 for Smart Shades 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SofaBaton has 306 ratings behind it against 51, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 37% of SofaBaton's written reviews are positive against 23% of Smart Shades 2.0's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SofaBaton ships an update every 2 weeks, Smart Shades 2.0 weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SofaBaton versus Smart Shades 2.0: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSofaBatonSmart Shades 2.0
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (306 ratings)2.5 (51 ratings) — better
Positive reviews36.7% of reviews — better22.9% of reviews
Number of ratings306 — better51
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.611.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHTT IMPORT AND EXPORT INCSMITH & NOBLE, LLC

Customer experience

SofaBaton

All ratings306 ratings
Positive32.7%
Neutral5.2%
Negative62.1%
Written reviews177 reviews
Positive36.7%
Neutral7.9%
Negative55.4%

Smart Shades 2.0

All ratings50 ratings
Positive30.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative60.0%
Written reviews35 reviews
Positive22.9%
Neutral17.1%
Negative60.0%

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

Smart Shades 2.0

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

SofaBaton

No in-app purchases

None

Smart Shades 2.0

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SofaBaton free?
SofaBaton is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Smart Shades 2.0 free?
Smart Shades 2.0 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SofaBaton or Smart Shades 2.0?
Smart Shades 2.0 is rated higher. SofaBaton averages 2.4 out of 5 from 306 ratings, while Smart Shades 2.0 averages 2.5 from 51 ratings.
Do SofaBaton or Smart Shades 2.0 have ads?
Neither SofaBaton nor Smart Shades 2.0 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SofaBaton or Smart Shades 2.0?
SofaBaton ships an update every 2 weeks, and Smart Shades 2.0 weekly. Most recently, SofaBaton was updated on November 2, 2026 and Smart Shades 2.0 on October 24, 2026.

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