Leviton Smart Sensor vs WhatTheBug
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Leviton Smart Sensor
Configure and interact with Leviton Smart Sensor products. Tailor sensor settings to specific space requirements and comply with energy codes. Suitable for installers, building maintenance, and end-users.
- Configure smart sensor products
- Set space requirements
- Comply with energy codes
- Interact with sensors
- Suitable for installers and end-users
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This app can be used to interact with any of Leviton’s Smart Sensor products. The application allows user’s to configure the sensor based on the requirements for the space and per the industry’s latest energy code requirements. Application is appropriate to be used by installers, building maintainers, and end-users.
WhatTheBug
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Ever spotted a creepy crawly and wondered: Is this thing dangerous? WhatTheBug has you covered. Simply take a photo of any insect, spider, or other bug — and WhatTheBug instantly identifies it, tells you whether it poses a threat, and shows you the best ways to eliminate or avoid it. What WhatTheBug can do: • Identify hundreds of common bugs, insects, and spiders • Tell you if the bug is dangerous, venomous, or harmless • Provide clear, actionable advice on how to eliminate or repel it • Works indoors and outdoors — from your home to your garden • Fast results powered by AI — no entomology degree required Perfect for: Homeowners dealing with infestations, hikers and campers, parents worried about their kids, or anyone who just wants to know what's crawling on their wall. No more Googling "is this spider deadly" at 2am. WhatTheBug gives you the answer in seconds. Download WhatTheBug and never be caught off guard by a mystery bug again.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Leviton Smart Sensor at none against WhatTheBug's 2. Leviton Smart Sensor also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.2). WhatTheBug's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months). 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
Both are free to download. WhatTheBug sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Leviton Smart Sensor asks for nothing beyond the download.
Leviton Smart Sensor ships an update every 5 months, WhatTheBug every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Leviton Smart Sensor | WhatTheBug |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.9 (9 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 9 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 31 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Leviton Manufacturing Co. Inc. | Tomas Hustoles |
In-app purchases
Leviton Smart Sensor
No in-app purchases
WhatTheBug
- WhatTheBug Pro$2.991 Month
- Unlock This Bug$0.99
Questions
Is Leviton Smart Sensor free?
Is WhatTheBug free?
Do Leviton Smart Sensor or WhatTheBug have ads?
Which is updated more often, Leviton Smart Sensor or WhatTheBug?
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