Hilo vs SubaruConnect
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Hilo
Control your entire smart home from a single application. Manage connected devices remotely, create custom scenes for different moods, and program devices to save time and energy. Participate in challenges to earn cash rewards by reducing energy consumption.
- Remote device management
- Custom scene creation
- Device scheduling
- Energy consumption tracking
- Energy saving challenges
- Cash rewards for energy reduction
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There’s no place like home, especially when it’s a smart home. Say hello to Hilo, and discover how to control your entire home with a single app. Manage your devices wherever you are Hilo allows you to configure, manage and control all your connected home devices with ease. Activate them when you want, wherever you are. Create scenes to make your life easier A scene allows you to control in one go several devices and to create the mood for a room by dimming a light or changing the colour of bulbs, for example. Start by creating 4 basic scenes, then take the time to define key moments to help you make the most of your Hilo home. Get creative! Movie night, Sunday brunch, reading corner… Create the scenes you want and manage several devices with a single command, so that your home takes care of you 24/7. Program your devices to save time and energy By programming your favorite devices such as your thermostats and lights with a single gesture, you’ll save time and energy. With Hilo, you’re more efficient! Rise to the challenge, get money in return Reward yourself with Hilo challenges! During the cold months, we propose up to 30 Hilo challenges. If you successfully complete them, you’ll reap a cash reward. The formula is simple: Accept the automatic action suggested by Hilo and obtain a reward for each kilowatt hour (kWh) that isn’t consumed. A Hilo challenge is a small gesture that's good for your wallet, and the planet. Track and optimize your energy consumption in real time Hilo allows you to track your consumption by day, week or month. The goal is to continually optimize your energy consumption. Being energy smart? You’ve got this!
SubaruConnect
Enhance your vehicle ownership with this app, offering remote control and connectivity features. Manage charging, lock/unlock doors, and access emergency assistance. Explore owner's manuals and warranty information for a seamless experience.
- Remote start/stop vehicle
- Lock/unlock doors
- Schedule charging
- Emergency assistance
- Roadside assistance
- Find last parked location
- Owner's manual access
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At Toyota, the provider of SubaruConnect Connected Services, we aim to transform how you use technology to enhance your vehicle ownership experience. Stay connected to your vehicle wherever you are with the SubaruConnect app, providing you with convenience and accessibility. Log in and/or register to unlock the potential of select vehicles(1) with Connected Services trials and paid subscriptions, such as: Remote Connect to start/stop your vehicle(2) Lock/Unlock your doors(2) Schedule Charging Emergency Assistance Button (SOS) 24/7 Roadside assistance Find your vehicle’s last parked location and more! Stay connected to your vehicle and start experiencing convenient features available on the SubaruConnect app. (1) Available services vary by vehicle and subscription type. (2) Remote services: Be aware of vehicle surroundings. Operate when legal and safe (e.g., do not start the engine in an enclosed space or if occupied by a child). See the Owner's Manual for limitations. *Features may vary by region, vehicle, and select markets.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Hilo at 4.5 against SubaruConnect's 1.8. Hilo also leads on review sentiment (40% vs 7%) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). SubaruConnect's advantage is ratings volume (489 vs 6). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Hilo holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SubaruConnect has 489 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of Hilo's written reviews are positive against 7% of SubaruConnect's.
Hilo ships an update every 3 weeks, SubaruConnect every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Hilo | SubaruConnect |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (6 ratings) — better | 1.8 (489 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 39.6% of reviews — better | 7.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 6 | 489 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 49 MB | 722 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hilo Énergie | Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. |
Customer experience
Hilo
SubaruConnect
Bugs and requests
Hilo
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
SubaruConnect
Reported bugs
3 issues- App frequently logs out users
- Charging status not updating correctly
- Inability to add second driver to the app
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to set charge limit percentage
- Integration with Apple Maps for EV routing
- More detailed charging data (kWh, history, etc.)
- Support for multiple driver profiles
In-app purchases
Hilo
No in-app purchases
SubaruConnect
No in-app purchases









