# Zwave vs Smart Home Controller App

The clearest difference is rating: Smart Home Controller App at 4.6 against Zwave's 1.5. Smart Home Controller App also leads on ratings volume (3.3K vs 8) and review sentiment (18% vs 0%). Zwave's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Smart Home Controller App sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Zwave asks for nothing beyond the download.

Smart Home Controller App holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Home Controller App has 3.3K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Zwave's written reviews are positive against 18% of Smart Home Controller App's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Zwave | Smart Home Controller App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zwave/id1546705566/reviews) | **[4.6 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-home-controller-app/id6744491541/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **3.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **17.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Size | 89 MB | 173 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [moztec](https://appshunter.io/developer/932993004) | [Chorus Labs LLC (CA)](https://appshunter.io/developer/1444757674) |

## What reviewers say

### Zwave

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zwave/id1546705566)

This application allows users to easily control compatible home alarm systems with GSM switches. It automates the process of sending SMS commands, eliminating the need for manual text input. The app is designed for convenient remote system management.

**Highlights:** Remote system control, GSM switch compatibility, SMS command automation, Easy system management, Home alarm system operation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Smart Home Controller App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-home-controller-app/id6744491541)

Manage and control a wide range of smart home devices, including plugs, switches, bulbs, and cameras, from a single, intuitive interface. Simplify your daily routines by turning devices on or off with a tap, and easily expand your smart home setup.

**Highlights:** Control smart plugs, switches, and bulbs, Manage Wi-Fi cameras, Single-tap device on/off, Seamless device setup, Intuitive user interface, Expandable smart home management

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Smart Home Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Smart Home Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Smart Home Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Smart Home Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Smart Home Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Smart Home Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Smart Home Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Smart Home Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Smart Home Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Smart Home Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Smart Home Premium | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Smart home functionality
- 🔌 Compatibility with Tuya smart plugs

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Paywall for basic features
- 🤯 Forced subscription upon sign-up
- 🔁 Constant reconnection issues
- 📱 Unreliable app performance

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent app crashes
- Disconnection issues after power outages
- Incompatibility with certain smart home systems

**Requested features**

- Free access to core features
- Improved device compatibility
- Streamlined setup process


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Zwave free?

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

### Is Smart Home Controller App free?

Smart Home Controller App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Zwave or Smart Home Controller App?

Smart Home Controller App is rated higher. Zwave averages 1.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Smart Home Controller App averages 4.6 from 3.3K ratings.

### Do Zwave or Smart Home Controller App have ads?

Neither Zwave nor Smart Home Controller App shows ads.

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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.*