Comparison

Leafi vs Mado Home

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

About

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.

Highlights
  • Universal smart shade control
  • Integrates with Matter-enabled devices
  • Remote control from anywhere
  • Customizable light settings
  • Simple setup guide
Features
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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.

Screenshots

Leafi3 screens
Mado Home4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Leafi versus Mado Home: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLeafiMado Home
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size85 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIdea Oven Labs IncKlondike59, Inc.

Customer experience

Leafi

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Mado Home

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Leafi

No in-app purchases

None

Mado Home

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Leafi free?
Leafi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Mado Home free?
Mado Home is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Leafi or Mado Home?
Leafi and Mado Home are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Leafi or Mado Home have ads?
Neither Leafi nor Mado Home shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Leafi or Mado Home?
Leafi ships an update every 6 weeks, and Mado Home every 2 months. Most recently, Leafi was updated on November 7, 2026 and Mado Home on October 30, 2026.

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