# SwitcheOn vs PetScale

The clearest difference is rating: PetScale at 5.0 against SwitcheOn's 4.5. PetScale also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). SwitcheOn's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (30 vs 1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PetScale sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. SwitcheOn asks for nothing beyond the download.

PetScale holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SwitcheOn has 30 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

SwitcheOn ships an update every 2 months, PetScale fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SwitcheOn | PetScale |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (30 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/switcheon/id1505082694/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/petscale-critter-weights/id6760927402/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **30** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 80.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 93 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Malmoset, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1505082693) | [CHRISTIAN MICHAEL CURTIS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1886868553) |

## What reviewers say

### SwitcheOn

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/switcheon/id1505082694)

Control your power outlets and thermostat remotely. Features include multi-channel power control with temperature sensing and automations. It also offers advanced thermostat functionality for various HVAC systems.

**Highlights:** Remote power control (2 or 4 channels), Temperature sensor and OLED display, Time and temperature automations, Thermostat for HVAC systems, Multi-stage fan and heat source control, Easy programming for schedules

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### PetScale

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/petscale-critter-weights/id6760927402)

This utility helps track the weight of any animal, from small pets to livestock. Monitor growth, detect health trends with visual charts, and set weight goals. Generate detailed reports for veterinary visits and receive custom reminders for weigh-ins.

**Highlights:** Visual weight trend charts, Customizable weight goals, Exportable vet-ready reports, Scheduled weigh-in reminders, Support for multiple units, Species-agnostic tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SwitcheOn free?

SwitcheOn is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is PetScale free?

PetScale is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SwitcheOn or PetScale?

PetScale is rated higher. SwitcheOn averages 4.5 out of 5 from 30 ratings, while PetScale averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do SwitcheOn or PetScale have ads?

Neither SwitcheOn nor PetScale shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SwitcheOn or PetScale?

SwitcheOn ships an update every 2 months, and PetScale fortnightly. Most recently, SwitcheOn was updated on October 29, 2026 and PetScale on October 28, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*