SmartSwitch vs Polytag
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SmartSwitch
Control your home appliances remotely from anywhere. Manage multiple devices simultaneously, set timers for automated functions, and easily share access with family members. The app facilitates quick and simple device connections.
- Remote appliance control
- Simultaneous device management
- Automated timer functions
- Family device sharing
- Easy device connection
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smart-switch smart-home1. Remote control: control home appliances anywhere2. Simultaneously control: control multiple devices with one app3. Timer: set timer to perform multiple functions 4. Device sharing: one tap to share devices with family members5. Easy connection: easily and quickly connect app to devices
Polytag
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This version of the Polytag App allows Colwyn Heights neighbours to participate in the recycling pilot (Deposit Return Scheme) organised by Conwy County Borough Council in partnership with Wrap, Polytag and the Welsh Government. The app allows participants to scan the provided bottles and track their contributions to a donation to a local school.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: SmartSwitch at 2 against Polytag's —. SmartSwitch also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). On price 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | SmartSwitch | Polytag |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (100 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 100 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | — |
| Ads | No | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | — |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 187 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | snir malul | Polytag Limited |
In-app purchases
SmartSwitch
No in-app purchases
Polytag
No in-app purchases
