# LSC Smart Connect vs Ctronics Pro

The clearest difference is rating: LSC Smart Connect at 4.5 against Ctronics Pro's 2.4. LSC Smart Connect also leads on review sentiment (51% vs 15%) and in-app purchases (none vs 13). Ctronics Pro's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Ctronics Pro sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. LSC Smart Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

LSC Smart Connect holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LSC Smart Connect has 212 ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 51% of LSC Smart Connect's written reviews are positive against 15% of Ctronics Pro's.

LSC Smart Connect ships an update every 3 months, Ctronics Pro every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LSC Smart Connect | Ctronics Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (212 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lsc-smart-connect/id1461044590/reviews)** | [2.4 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ctronics-pro/id1662830442/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **212** | 18 |
| Positive reviews | **51.1% of reviews** | 15.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 276 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Electro Cirkel Retail B.V](https://appshunter.io/developer/1461044589) | [SHENZHEN C-TRONICS CO., LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1609380590) |

## What reviewers say

### LSC Smart Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lsc-smart-connect/id1461044590)

Control smart devices and lighting directly from your smartphone. Schedule automated actions with built-in timers. Enjoy easy setup via WiFi without needing a separate hub.

**Highlights:** App control for devices and lighting, Set timer schedules, Plug and Play WiFi connection, No hub required

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Ctronics Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ctronics-pro/id1662830442)

This application allows users to manage their IP cameras, stream live video, and review recorded footage. It provides a comprehensive solution for monitoring and controlling surveillance devices.

**Highlights:** Manage IP cameras, Watch real-time video, Playback video, IP camera control

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(005) | $4.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(004) | $4.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(003) | $4.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month | $4.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(002) | $4.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(012) | $4.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(015) | $4.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(014) | $4.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(016) | $4.99 | per month |
| Weekly Recording/Monthly Cloud | $3.99 | one-time |
| 1 mth Recording/Cloud Storage | $5.99 | one-time |
| 30d video/halfyear cloud stor. | $34.99 | one-time |
| 30d video/yearly cloud stor. | $65.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LSC Smart Connect free?

LSC Smart Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Ctronics Pro free?

Ctronics Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, LSC Smart Connect or Ctronics Pro?

LSC Smart Connect is rated higher. LSC Smart Connect averages 4.5 out of 5 from 212 ratings, while Ctronics Pro averages 2.4 from 18 ratings.

### Do LSC Smart Connect or Ctronics Pro have ads?

Neither LSC Smart Connect nor Ctronics Pro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, LSC Smart Connect or Ctronics Pro?

LSC Smart Connect ships an update every 3 months, and Ctronics Pro every 3 weeks. Most recently, LSC Smart Connect was updated on October 16, 2026 and Ctronics Pro on October 14, 2026.

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