Fansio vs CarroHome+
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Fansio
Effortlessly control your ceiling fan with smart features. This app requires a compatible receiver or remote to operate your fan's functions, offering a streamlined experience for managing your home's comfort.
- Ceiling fan control
- Smart features integration
- Remote operation
- Receiver compatibility
- Easy installation guide
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Controlling your ceiling fan has never been easier! 1. Purchase a ceiling fan with a Fansio compatible receiver or purchase the Fansio remote by itself 2. Install the ceiling fan with the compatible reciever and download the Fansio App 3. Follow installation instructions and ensure your fan is connected 4. Enjoy all the functions (including Smart features) of the Fansio platform!
CarroHome+
Control your smart home devices from one app, whether you're home or away. Automate routines with custom schedules and timers, and use voice commands with popular assistants. Supports WiFi and Zigbee for flexible device integration.
- Centralized device management
- Remote control and monitoring
- Hands-free voice control
- Timer and scheduling functions
- Smart automation rules
- WiFi and Zigbee support
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1. Centralized Smart Control Manage all your devices from a single platform, with seamless control of lighting, fans, security, and more. 2. Easy Adjustment, Anytime Anywhere Control and monitor your home remotely through the mobile app, whether you’re at home or on the go. 3. Hands-Free Voice Control Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for effortless voice commands. 4. Timer Function Set countdown timers for devices to turn on or off automatically based on your needs. 5. Custom Schedules Create daily or weekly schedules to automate routines, such as turning on lights in the morning or activating security at night. 6. Smart Automation & Device Linking Enable devices to work together with automation rules, like turning on lights when motion is detected. 7. Stable Connectivity & Multi-Protocol Support Supports both WiFi and Zigbee for reliable performance and flexible device integration.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Fansio at 4.3 against CarroHome+'s 2.5. Fansio also leads on ratings volume (97 vs 14). CarroHome+'s advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 11 months) and review sentiment (30% vs 17%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.
Fansio holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fansio has 97 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 17% of Fansio's written reviews are positive against 30% of CarroHome+'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Fansio ships an update every 11 months, CarroHome+ monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Fansio | CarroHome+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (97 ratings) — better | 2.5 (14 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 16.7% of reviews | 30.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 97 — better | 14 |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 225 MB | 238 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HKC-US, LLC. | CARRO USA INC |
Customer experience
Fansio
CarroHome+
In-app purchases
Fansio
No in-app purchases
CarroHome+
No in-app purchases
