Comparison

Tidbyt vs Valo Home

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

Head to head
About

Tidbyt

This app connects a smart display to the internet, allowing you to customize its content. Glance at your desk to see the time, weather, calendar, and other useful information without needing your phone.

Highlights
  • Device setup and internet connection
  • Brightness and settings adjustment
  • Screen selection from a growing collection
  • Display time, weather, calendar, stocks, and more
  • Internet connection required
  • Bluetooth connectivity
Features
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Tidbyt is a smart display for your desk or shelf. It shows you the time, weather, your calendar, and more. Put your Tidbyt on your desk and stay updated just by glancing over. No need to even take your phone out of your pocket. With this app, you can: - Setup your Tidbyt device and get it connected to the Internet. - Adjust your Tidbyt's brightness and other settings. - Choose what to show on your Tidbyt. Pick from our growing collection of screens like weather, train times, stocks, and more. To use this app you'll need a working Internet connection, Bluetooth, and a Tidbyt device. Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Valo Home

Features
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Reduce the Cost of Ownership Valo Home can reduce your HVAC system’s operating costs. It provides precise temperature control, reducing energy usage. This smart thermostat app also ensures you get the services you need when you need them. It incorporates the following innovative features: • Remote monitoring • Predictive maintenance alerts • One-touch appointment booking • Service at the touch of a button A crisp LCD screen ensures all functions are easy to find and use. Is your home not comfortable or are energy costs going up? Use the onscreen service request feature to get prompt assistance from your local HVAC company. Get the Most Out of Your Climate Control System The Valo Home app lets you control and monitor temperature, fan speed, and other functions via the main control panel or a smartphone. The future of home comfort and on-demand service, it delivers benefits including: • Smart Notifications: Receive instant notifications on changes in system performance so you can be proactive with maintenance. • Real-Time Monitoring: By monitoring the health of your HVAC system, Valo Home can provide predictive maintenance alerts, which can prevent downtime and increase equipment lifespan. • Service Alerts: Receive notifications of service reminders, membership renewals, and more. Even receive custom messages from your HVAC provider. • Diagnostic Tools: An overview of system health and air quality are available at the touch of a button, at no extra cost. • System Health and Air Quality Alerts: If a problem with your climate control system or an indoor air quality issue is detected, you and your service provider will be automatically notified. Quick and Simple Installation The convenience of a Valo Home thermostat begins even before you start using it. Swapping out an old unit is simple. A technician removes the old thermostat, mounts the new one, and connects the wiring. They’ll even help you set up the app. The new model’s settings are adjusted to meet your climate control requirements. It provides an instant response so you experience immediate comfort. Settings from the old thermostat instantly transfer over using the serial numbers of both units, so the process is fast, simple, and convenient. Forge an Instant Connection with Your HVAC Provider The Valo Home thermostat and app display your HVAC company’s logo onscreen. Their help is available at the touch of a button, so you can put your trust and confidence in a local contractor. It’s not just a modern thermostat. Valo Home is a direct link between you and your AC/heating services provider. Be a Part of the NuveNetwork Nuve has partnered with local HVAC companies so you benefit from new services and smart technologies. Real-time access to your system allows contractors to quickly diagnose and resolve system issues. This can result in fewer emergency calls and in-home visits, so you can save time and money. Get Started Today Getting a Valo Home thermostat and app is easy. Once you’re ready, a representative will contact you and schedule an appointment. Visit the App Store or contact your HVAC dealer to learn more.

Screenshots

Tidbyt4 screens
Valo Home4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Valo Home at none against Tidbyt's 1. Tidbyt's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Tidbyt sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Valo Home asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tidbyt ships an update monthly, Valo Home every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Tidbyt versus Valo Home: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTidbytValo Home
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (143 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews51.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings143 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS1413.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size67 MB62 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTidbyt, Inc.Nuve Home

Bugs and requests

Tidbyt

Reported bugs

18 issues
  • Email verification link broken during account creation
  • App crashes when removing Houston Metro Transit widget
  • Settings gear icon disappears after update
  • Search functionality not working
  • Add button unresponsive for some apps
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  • App forced logout with no recovery option
  • Weather app not updating properly
  • App slow performance and loading delays
  • Deep link for email verification fails
  • Setup screen stuck on location input
  • App quits when opened
  • Add app button blocks menu button
  • Pixel display issues on iPad (partially fixed)
  • Apps disappearing after updates
  • White screen crashes
  • Live news feeds scroll too fast with no speed control
  • BART transit times not displaying
  • YouTube stats app broken

Requested features

16 requests
  • Multiple team tracking for sports (NFL, NCAA, Hockey)
  • Individual app display duration control
  • App reordering without deletion and re-download
  • Scheduled night mode for different days
  • Apple Music and podcast support
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  • iOS notifications and calendar integration
  • iMessage and reminder support
  • Shared calendar support
  • Per-app scheduling options
  • Display during game time only for sports apps
  • App locking to display specific content
  • PGA Tour golf tracking
  • World Cup soccer coverage
  • NCAA Basketball updates
  • Better documentation for API keys
  • Developer tools for non-coders

Valo Home

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Tidbyt

Subscriptions1
  • Tidbyt Plus7 Days trial$4.991 Month
None

Valo Home

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tidbyt free?
Tidbyt is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Valo Home free?
Valo Home is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Tidbyt or Valo Home have ads?
Neither Tidbyt nor Valo Home shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Tidbyt or Valo Home?
Tidbyt ships an update monthly, and Valo Home every 2 months. Most recently, Tidbyt was updated on November 7, 2026 and Valo Home on November 8, 2026.

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