EHW+ vs Luminary Sign
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
EHW+
Track and analyze your electricity, heating, and water consumption to reduce utility costs and environmental impact. Monitor various meter types, view cost overviews, and receive tips for saving energy. Supports multiple properties and household members.
- Record and evaluate meter readings
- Track electricity, heating, and water usage
- Cost overview and consumption analysis
- Support for various meter types
- Data import/export and cloud sync
- Manage multiple properties and users
- Dark mode support
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Reduce utility costs & protect the environment Recording and evaluating meter readings Be a climate hero now and use the app The free app EHW+ makes it possible to find out about one's own consumption of electricity, heating and water and the ancillary costs in order to better assess and regulate them. This is good for the wallet and good for the climate. Supported: * Electricity meters (also HT/NT meters). * Water meters (hot water/cold water) * Radiators with evaporator * Oil heating systems * Gas heating systems * Photovoltaic systems/solar systems (electricity feed-in meter*) * Water extraction meter*. Free basic functions: * All meters and readings in one app: there is no limit to how many meters or meter readings you can store. * Minute-by-minute entries and calculations: You determine yourself when you read the meter readings. All calculations are made to the minute. * Cost overview: What does it cost to fill a bathtub? What is the impact of a rising oil price/gas price? See if the cost of electricity/power consumption increases or decreases. * News/tips around utility costs/eco-electricity/climate change. * Meter replacement: The app automatically detects when a meter has been replaced. * Monthly consumption for the last twelve months * Cost calculation based on price per unit * Analyze whether your electricity/water consumption is high or low compared to the German average * Find out which room is heated the most. Assign a room to a meter if it only represents consumption in one room (e.g., two water meters for the bathroom only) * NEW: Compare activities like washing/showering/dishwasher/... * Use the app in dark mode (optional) Import/Export/Sync: * Save meter readings as JSON file (suitable for import). * Import existing meter readings via CSV file * Export all meter readings of your housing unit as a table file*. * Synchronize all your properties in the cloud (optional) * All household members have access to the data Other: * Support for water deduction meters*. * Manage as many residential units as you like*. * Vote on which feature to develop next. Feedback: The app was developed as recently as December 2020. Feedback on the app is highly welcome. * Paid (InApp purchase or monthly subscription). Privacy Manager: https://app.ehwplus.com/#/consent Privacy terms: https://app.ehwplus.com/#/privacy Terms of usage: https://app.ehwplus.com/#/terms
Luminary Sign
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Introducing the Luminary Sign App, a sophisticated authenticator designed for seamless security in every transaction. This app serves as a pivotal guardian for customer-initiated actions, ensuring airtight protection for payment requests, new account activation, and more. Key Functions: Effortless Authentication: Signer streamlines the 2FA process, making authentication quick and intuitive. Transaction Confirmation: Confirm payment requests confidently, knowing Signer adds an extra layer of security to every financial interaction. Activate Your Luminary Account: Safeguard your information with Signer's robust authentication when activating your brand-new Luminary Account. User-Friendly Interface: The app boasts an intuitive interface, ensuring a smooth experience for users of all levels. Steps to Ensure Security: 1) Download the Luminary Sign App: Visit your app store, search for "Luminary Sign," and download the application. 2) Account Setup: Create your Signer account, following the easy on-screen instructions and log into your account using your mobile. 3) Scan the QR code using your camera - Done! The verification has now been completed and you have approved your 2FA request. Features: Transaction Verification: When initiating a payment or activating your account, Signer will prompt you to confirm the action securely. Biometric Authentication: For an extra layer of security, enable biometric authentication methods such as fingerprint or facial recognition. Real-time Alerts: Receive instant notifications for any transaction or data change, allowing you to promptly verify or dispute any unauthorized activity. Experience the pinnacle of security with the Luminary Sign App, where every transaction is fortified by cutting-edge 2FA technology. Download now and elevate your financial interactions to a new standard of protection. If you have encountered issues with the app or any technological errors, please feel free to get in touch with us and report them to: support@launch.money
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Luminary Sign at none against EHW+'s 8. EHW+'s advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads 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
Both are free to download. EHW+ sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Luminary Sign asks for nothing beyond the download.
EHW+ ships an update every 3 weeks, Luminary Sign every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.
| Parameter | EHW+ | Luminary Sign |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 95.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 112 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Timo Baehr | Luminary Ecosystem LTD |
In-app purchases
EHW+
- Premium$0.991 Month
- Monthly subscription$1.991 Month
- Premium Yearly$7.491 Year
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- Annual subscription$8.991 Year
- Water extraction meter$3.99
- Einspeiszähler für PV-Anlagen$3.99
- Multiple objects$4.99
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- Further statistics$8.99
Luminary Sign
No in-app purchases









