Comparison

OhmPlug vs HomeSimplicities HUB

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

Head to head
About

OhmPlug

Control smart plugs remotely to save energy and add convenience. Automate your home with routines, voice commands, and group devices by room. Earn rewards for energy savings through an optional connected service.

Highlights
  • Remote appliance control
  • Voice control integration
  • Smart home routines
  • Device grouping by room
  • Energy saving alerts
  • Earn rewards for energy savings
Features
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The official app to control OhmPlug smart plugs, designed to help you save energy while adding convenience to your home. • Easily set up OhmPlug smart plugs using bluetooth and Wi-Fi. • Remotely control appliances from anywhere so you don’t waste energy when you’re out. • Voice control your lights and entertainment.* • Give your OhmPlug a nickname (“air purifier”) that works with voice control.* • Create smart home routines to automate your home.* • Group your OhmPlugs based on which room they are in. • Remotely turn lights on and off while on vacation to increase home security. * Functionality is available via Amazon Echo and Google Home. You must connect your OhmPlug to your Amazon Echo or Google Home accounts. Information may be shared in accordance with OhmConnect’s Privacy Policy at https://www.ohmconnect.com/privacy-policy. You may also use OhmPlug smart plugs to get paid for saving energy in conjunction with OhmConnect, a free service that you can sign up for at ohmconnect.com.* • Set up your OhmConnect account to receive timely alerts when electricity demand is spiking so you can use less when it counts. • Automatically turn off OhmPlugs to save energy and money. • Earn money and gift cards for saving energy during peak usage hours if you sign up for OhmConnect. To get paid for saving energy, sign up for OhmConnect’s demand response program and link your utility account here: ohmconnect.com If you join OhmConnect’s demand response program, your OhmPlug will automatically turn off during OhmConnect energy-savings events for your area unless you program your OhmPlug through the App to remain on or you use your OhmConnect account to opt your OhmPlug out of a specific event.

About

HomeSimplicities HUB

Features
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Home Simplicities Hub makes setting up your home simple, fast, and stress-free. Whether you're moving or just need to connect services, our all-in-one app helps you set up electricity, internet, home security, and more—without the hassle of calling multiple providers. Everything you need, all in one place. What You Can Do: Connect electricity, internet, and home services Compare providers and choose the best options Set up utilities quickly and easily Manage your home setup in one simple app Why You’ll Love It: Save time during your move Skip the confusion and endless phone calls Get connected faster with a guided experience Enjoy a stress-free home setup process From move-in to move-ready, Home Simplicities Hub is your trusted home setup concierge. Download today and simplify your move.

Screenshots

OhmPlug4 screens
HomeSimplicities HUB4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: OhmPlug at 13.0 against HomeSimplicities HUB's 15.1. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
OhmPlug versus HomeSimplicities HUB: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOhmPlugHomeSimplicities HUB
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (957 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews21.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings957 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size86 MB194 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperOhmConnect, IncJoshua Steenburg

Bugs and requests

OhmPlug

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Login/password reset issues
  • App crashes when adding devices
  • Devices randomly disconnect from WiFi
  • Incompatible with 5GHz networks

Requested features

4 requests
  • Widget for on/off control
  • Apple HomeKit integration
  • Live power consumption stats
  • Dusk-to-dawn timer setting

HomeSimplicities HUB

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

OhmPlug

No in-app purchases

None

HomeSimplicities HUB

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is OhmPlug free?
OhmPlug is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HomeSimplicities HUB free?
HomeSimplicities HUB is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do OhmPlug or HomeSimplicities HUB have ads?
Neither OhmPlug nor HomeSimplicities HUB shows ads.

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