Comparison

GHome vs Smart Home Controller App

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

Head to head
About

GHome

Control your smart home devices remotely, saving energy and enjoying convenience. Manage multiple appliances from one app, with support for voice assistants and intelligent automation based on your environment. Share access with family for a connected smart living experience.

Highlights
  • Remote appliance control
  • Manage multiple devices
  • Voice control integration
  • Intelligent automation
  • Device sharing
  • Real-time notifications
  • Quick network connection
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·Easily build smart life in the cloud(include GHome and NiteBird devices) ·Remote control of household appliances,peaceof mind,power saving,open whenever you want ·Can add multiple appliances at the same time,one APP controls all smart devices ·Support for voice control smart devices such asAmazon Echo and Google Home ·Intelligent linkage,automatically run smartdevices based on your location temperature,location,and time ·One-click sharing device for family and friends,the whole family can easily enjoy smart life ·Receive notifications to get real-time informationon your home ·Quickly connect to the network,no need to wait,enjoy the speed experience

About

Smart Home Controller App

Manage and control a wide range of smart home devices, including plugs, switches, bulbs, and cameras, from a single, intuitive interface. Simplify your daily routines by turning devices on or off with a tap, and easily expand your smart home setup.

Highlights
  • Control smart plugs, switches, and bulbs
  • Manage Wi-Fi cameras
  • Single-tap device on/off
  • Seamless device setup
  • Intuitive user interface
  • Expandable smart home management
Features
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The Smart Home Controller App helps you manage and control your smart devices, including connected plugs, switches, lights, bulbs, cameras, and more. Simple Smart Home Control Easily turn connected devices on or off with a single tap. Whether you're managing a single smart plug or multiple devices throughout your home, control is always within reach. Easy Setup Quickly connect supported devices and manage them directly from your phone. Designed to work with a wide range of compatible smart home products. Control Your Devices Manage lights, plugs, switches, and other supported devices from a single app. Create a streamlined smart home experience with reliable device control. Intuitive Design The app features a clean and user-friendly interface, making it easy to get started whether you're new to smart home technology or an experienced user. Why Choose Smart Home Controller App • Control compatible smart devices from one place • Easy setup and device management • Simple and reliable smart home controls • Supports a wide range of compatible products • Clean and intuitive user experience Premium Subscriptions Get unlimited access with a monthly or yearly plan. Payment is charged to your iTunes Account at purchase and at each renewal. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period in Account Settings. Privacy Policy and Terms Privacy Policy: https://chorus-labs.com/smart-home-privacy/ Terms of Service: https://chorus-labs.com/smart-home-terms/ Support Email: support@chorus-labs.com

Screenshots

GHome4 screens
Smart Home Controller App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GHome at none against Smart Home Controller App's 11. GHome also leads on ratings volume (80K vs 3.6K) and review sentiment (35% vs 18%). Smart Home Controller App's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Smart Home Controller App sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. GHome asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GHome holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GHome has 80K ratings behind it against 3.6K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 35% of GHome's written reviews are positive against 18% of Smart Home Controller App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GHome ships an update monthly, Smart Home Controller App weekly. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
GHome versus Smart Home Controller App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGHomeSmart Home Controller App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (80K ratings) — better4.6 (3.6K ratings)
Positive reviews34.9% of reviews — better18.4% of reviews
Number of ratings80K — better3.6K
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size248 MB173 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Gosund Technology Co., Ltd.Chorus Labs LLC (CA)

Customer experience

GHome

All ratings79,722 ratings
Positive95.7%
Neutral2.2%
Negative2.1%
Written reviews690 reviews
Positive34.9%
Neutral10.9%
Negative54.2%

Smart Home Controller App

All ratings3,571 ratings
Positive89.0%
Neutral2.4%
Negative8.7%
Written reviews163 reviews
Positive18.4%
Neutral2.5%
Negative79.1%

User reviews

GHome

From 80K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy setup
  • 👍 Works well with Alexa
  • 📱 Convenient remote control
  • 🌈 Good color options
  • 🕰️ Useful scheduling features

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 🔄 Unreliable automation
  • 💸 Constant ads and upselling
  • 🤖 Poor app performance
  • 🔌 Compatibility problems with WiFi

Smart Home Controller App

From 3.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🌟 Smart home functionality
  • 🔌 Compatibility with Tuya smart plugs

Room to improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🔒 Paywall for basic features
  • 🤯 Forced subscription upon sign-up
  • 🔁 Constant reconnection issues
  • 📱 Unreliable app performance

Bugs and requests

GHome

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Devices randomly going offline
  • Schedules not working as expected
  • App crashing on launch
  • Incorrect device status reporting

Requested features

4 requests
  • Sunrise/sunset scheduling
  • Improved Siri/Google Home integration
  • Ability to control from multiple devices
  • Better power outage notifications

Smart Home Controller App

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent app crashes
  • Disconnection issues after power outages
  • Incompatibility with certain smart home systems

Requested features

3 requests
  • Free access to core features
  • Improved device compatibility
  • Streamlined setup process

In-app purchases

None

GHome

No in-app purchases

11 purchases

Smart Home Controller App

Subscriptions10
  • Smart Home Premium3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Smart Home Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Smart Home Monthly$9.991 Month
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  • Smart Home Premium3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Smart Home Premium$19.991 Year
  • Smart Home Premium3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Smart Home Premium1 Month trial$39.991 Year
  • Smart Home Premium3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Smart Home Premium$39.991 Year
  • Smart Home Yearly3 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Smart Home Premium$69.99

Questions

Is GHome free?
GHome is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Smart Home Controller App free?
Smart Home Controller App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, GHome or Smart Home Controller App?
GHome is rated higher. GHome averages 4.8 out of 5 from 80K ratings, while Smart Home Controller App averages 4.6 from 3.6K ratings.
Do GHome or Smart Home Controller App have ads?
Neither GHome nor Smart Home Controller App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GHome or Smart Home Controller App?
GHome ships an update monthly, and Smart Home Controller App weekly. Most recently, GHome was updated on October 28, 2026 and Smart Home Controller App on October 28, 2026.

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