Leafi vs Mado Home
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Leafi
Automate your existing blinds with this app. Create custom schedules, control blinds remotely, and set scenes for different activities. Integrates with smart home systems for hands-free operation.
- Custom schedules by day and time
- Sunrise/sunset automation
- One-tap scene control
- Group windows for shared schedules
- Monitor battery status
- Multiple user support
- Smart home integration
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Nova by Leafi turns your existing blinds into smart blinds. The Leafi app allows you to seamlessly set up, manage, and control your blinds anytime and from anywhere. In-app Features: - Create custom schedule by day and time - Group days of the week - Easy finger-swipe (up or down) for quick command - Sunrise and sunset settings; open or close blinds according to the sunrise/sunset in your region - One tap control for custom scenes e.g., movie night - Group windows for a shared schedule - Monitor battery status - Allows for multiple users The app is user-friendly with a clean and clutter-free interface. Step-by-step instructions will guide users from calibration (initial installation) to creating custom programs that fit your lifestyle. Nova by Leafi is a compact and sleek device that turns your existing blinds into smart blinds. Nova installs in minutes and does not require any screws or tape (so there’s never any damage to your walls or blinds). It charges using a standard USB-C cable and holds a charge for up to one year. For handsfree automation, users can also integrate the Nova device into smart home systems e.g., Google Home or Amazon Alexa. Sunlight, Automated.
Mado Home
Effortlessly manage your home's natural light with this app. It offers universal control for smart shades, allowing you to adjust them remotely for optimal comfort, productivity, and privacy. Simple setup integrates with various Matter-enabled devices.
- Universal smart shade control
- Integrates with Matter-enabled devices
- Remote control from anywhere
- Customizable light settings
- Simple setup guide
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Experience the perfect light, every time. Mado Home is the ultimate command center for your windows. Designed to work seamlessly with Mado Dynamic’s revolutionary trim-to-fit, motorized shades—and compatible with other Matter-enabled window treatments—this app puts total control of your home’s natural light in the palm of your hand. Whether you are looking to wake up to natural sunshine, optimize productivity during the workday, or maintain privacy while you’re home or away, Mado Home makes it simple to tailor your environment to your preferences. No complex programming. No daily hassle. Just set it, and let Mado Home orchestrate the natural light in harmony with your life. Why You’ll Love Mado Home: Universal Smart Shade Control: Finally, one app for every window. Mado Home doesn’t just control your Mado shades; it integrates with any Matter-compatible blind, shade, or curtain. Centralize all of your home’s window treatments into one simple, smart interface. Control From Anywhere: Did you leave the blinds open? No problem. Check the status of your connected shades and close them from the office, the grocery store, or halfway around the world. Getting Started is Simple: - Make sure you have an compatible Thread Border Router from Apple. See https://madodynamic.com/pages/thread-enabled-routers. - Download the Mado Home app. - Follow the step-by-step guide to connect your smart shades. Upgrade your windows. Perfect your home. Download Mado Home today.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: Leafi at 3 against Mado Home's 1. On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Leafi against 5.0 for Mado Home. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.
Leafi ships an update every 6 weeks, Mado Home every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Leafi | Mado Home |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 85 MB | 44 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Idea Oven Labs Inc | Klondike59, Inc. |
Customer experience
Leafi
Mado Home
In-app purchases
Leafi
No in-app purchases
Mado Home
No in-app purchases









