Comparison

VWT vs Philips SmartSelect

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

Head to head
About

VWT

Features
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This App is used to send pictures to the display screen remotely. You can use it in schools, homes, offices and other places where you need to place some warning signs. Compared with traditional fixed signs, it is more convenient to use App to remotely control the contents of the display, and it is more suitable for places where you need to frequently switch the contents of the signs. First, you need to deploy a server in the local area network, and then you can use the App to control the following functions: 1. Send pictures 2. Set the switching speed, set the brightness, set the up and down position, set the switch Unlock the management mode, the default password for the first time is "800800", you can use the management functions: 1. Gallery management, you can transfer pictures to the App through a computer connection. 2. Advanced settings 3. Modify the password

About

Philips SmartSelect

Easily connect and manage your Philips SmartSelect Wi-Fi devices through a streamlined setup process. Organize multiple devices into groups, set custom schedules, and automate actions with a 24-hour countdown timer. Voice control integration with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa enhances convenience.

Highlights
  • Simple 4-step device connection
  • Add multiple devices easily
  • Create device groups
  • Set custom schedules and automations
  • 24-hour countdown timer
  • Google Assistant and Alexa voice control
Features
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Connect your Philips SmartSelect Wi-Fi device in 4 simple steps 1. Download free app, create account 2. Power device 3. Link with your 2.4GHz router 4. Customize your new device - Add additional devices by pushing one button, never leave the app! - Set up Groups to make it easier to program multiple devices at one time. - Customize groups, set schedules, create automations or utilize a full 24 hour countdown timer. - Works with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa voice controls.

Screenshots

VWT3 screens
Philips SmartSelect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: VWT at every 6 weeks against Philips SmartSelect's every 4 months. 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VWT ships an update every 6 weeks, Philips SmartSelect every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 7, 2026 and August 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
VWT versus Philips SmartSelect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVWTPhilips SmartSelect
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.4 (100 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—44.4% of reviews
Number of ratings—100 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB285 MB
Age rating4+12+
Developerhorizont group gmbhJasco Products company LLC

In-app purchases

None

VWT

No in-app purchases

None

Philips SmartSelect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VWT free?
VWT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Philips SmartSelect free?
Philips SmartSelect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do VWT or Philips SmartSelect have ads?
Neither VWT nor Philips SmartSelect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VWT or Philips SmartSelect?
VWT ships an update every 6 weeks, and Philips SmartSelect every 4 months. Most recently, VWT was updated on September 7, 2026 and Philips SmartSelect on August 8, 2026.

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