Philips Air+ vs Inside
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Philips Air+
This app provides a smart, connected experience for managing indoor air quality. It monitors pollutants, automatically adjusts connected devices, and offers remote control and historical data insights for healthier breathing.
- Real-time indoor and outdoor air quality monitoring
- Automatic device adjustment with Auto Plus mode
- Remote control for connected air devices
- Historical air quality data insights
- Maintenance reminders and filter replacement guidance
- Outdoor weather and air quality overview
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Together with your connected Philips Air device, Air+ provides a smart experience that ensures you breathe clean and healthy air. The app keeps track of all indoor and outdoor pollutants and automatically adjust your device’s performance, so you don’t have to. Air+ keeps you in control, at home or away, with a device remote and notifications about all your air concerns including pollutants, allergies and gas. And by staying in the know with insights into your air quality data from past to present, you are in full control of breathing the clean, healthy air you deserve. Auto Plus mode - the smartest way to clean air Once you activate Auto Plus mode in the Air+ app, your indoor air will automatically be cleaned to keep pollutants at bay. This Self-adaptive Technology, powered by Artificial Intelligence, considers the readings of the smart sensors, room size, outdoor data and behavioral patterns to maximize performance. Disclaimer: Auto Plus mode will be released in winter 2022 for most Philips Air devices. Get to the core of air quality Thanks to the smart device sensors, Air+ provides you with real-time, indoor air quality data. Ranging from high-level snapshots to detailed views, all data is available to you up until a year ago. More information about each pollutant and their causes are included so you can make well informed decisions about your indoor air. In full control of your air, at home or away Air+ features a built-in remote so you are in full control of your device’s performance. Seamlessly switch between different modes, fan speeds and other features to tailor the device settings to your needs. Great for turning your device off when you’re away or on when you’re heading home, or to make changes without being near your Air device. Easy upkeep for maximized output Air+ tracks when it’s time to clean or replace certain parts of you Air device to make sure it runs at peak performance. Messaging and notifications alert you when the low-effort maintenance should be taken care of, and Air+ has step-by-step instructions handy if you need them. Plus, in most cases, you can buy new filters straight from the app. A holistic air quality experience with outdoor data As outdoor air quality can have a big impact on the indoor levels, Air+ includes a comprehensive overview of real-time outdoor readings. Additionally, Air+ provides a quick snapshot of the current weather at each location. You can add up to five cities to keep you in the know about the air quality conditions near and far. Air+ also supports a smarter experience with Philips Robot Vacuum Cleaners.
Inside
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Let's be honest: traditional pantry trackers are extremely boring. Manual data entry feels like a chore, and most of us end up giving up by week two, letting our expensive groceries turn into science experiments in the back of the fridge. Welcome to "Inside", where we turn food tracking into a cozy AI pixel RPG! We wanted to stop throwing away food, but do it in a way that actually hits your dopamine receptors. We abandoned cold utility apps and combined practicality with the aesthetic of a retro indie game to defeat the dreaded ADHD tax forever. [ Zero-Friction AI Scanner ] Powered by an advanced Vision LLM, just point your camera at your groceries or receipts. It instantly identifies them, matches expiration dates, and transforms them into adorable 8-bit healing potions, cabbages, and steak icons in your inventory. [ The Grimoire: Voice AI Magic ] Got flour on your hands? Just summon the magical seal and tell it what you used ("I just ate two eggs and the milk" or "Throw away all the expired food"). The AI parses your intent locally and manages your database silently like a true dark mage. [ The Alchemy Cauldron ] End of the month and don't know what to cook with your random leftovers? Toss them into the cauldron and watch the AI chef brew a unique, creative recipe for you while magical potions boil. [ Cozy RPG Gamification ] - Animated glowing countdowns for expiring items. - Level up and earn XP for every ingredient consumed or saved. - Collect glowing pixel trophies ("Master of Scraps") and share them with your friends! "Inside" is exceptionally perfect for fast-paced, visually-driven minds, or anyone battling ADHD (Attention Deficit). Let's end food waste, one pixel potion at a time. Download now and start your cozy kitchen adventure! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.notion.so/PRIVACY_POLICY_EN-31de8f38792b800cbd60d820ffc76934
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Philips Air+ at none against Inside's 2. Philips Air+ also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Inside's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 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. Inside sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Philips Air+ asks for nothing beyond the download.
Philips Air+ ships an update every 2 months, Inside every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Philips Air+ | Inside |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (1.5K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 48.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.5K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 183 MB | 42 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Versuni Netherlands B.V | 浩 程 |
Bugs and requests
Philips Air+
Reported bugs
5 issues- App crashes on launch after recent update
- Firmware update notification bug
- Inability to reset filter usage counter
- Inaccurate air quality data displayed
- Scheduled tasks not working as expected
Requested features
5 requests- Add support for HomeKit and Google Home
- Improve scheduling and timer functionality
- Allow disabling of audible alerts
- Provide more detailed air quality metrics
- Integrate with other smart home platforms
Inside
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Philips Air+
No in-app purchases
Inside
- Inside Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
- Inside Pro Annual$24.991 Year









