nRF Programmer for Thingy vs SmoothWizard
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
nRF Programmer for Thingy
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The nRF Programmer allows users to upload precompiled firmware samples from the nRF Connect SDK to your Nordic Thingy:53 over Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE), without connecting to a PC or external programmer. This allows you to easily test out different applications and update firmware without the need of having physical access to the device. Read more about Thingy:53 at https://www.nordicsemi.com/Products/Development-hardware/Nordic-Thingy-53
SmoothWizard
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SmoothWizard – Control Your SmoothWizard Windows PC Remotely SmoothWizard is a free application that lets you seamlessly communicate with the SmoothWizard desktop app on Windows systems. It provides remote access to essential PC management features, giving you control over your computer from anywhere. Key Features: WakeOnLan - wake/start your pc remotely Turn off the computer remotely Restart your PC with ease Log off or lock the computer Monitor system usage in real-time Terminate processes directly from your phone Adjust optimization settings for better performance Originally designed to enhance FPS in games, the SmoothWizard desktop app is a powerful tool for optimizing performance. Now, with the free mobile app, you can access a variety of functions remotely, empowering every gamer with the control they've always needed. Download SmoothWizard today and take control of your PC like never before!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: SmoothWizard at monthly against nRF Programmer for Thingy's every 8 months. nRF Programmer for Thingy's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
nRF Programmer for Thingy ships an update every 8 months, SmoothWizard monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | nRF Programmer for Thingy | SmoothWizard |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 28 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nordic Semiconductor ASA | Artur Spychalski |
In-app purchases
nRF Programmer for Thingy
No in-app purchases
SmoothWizard
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is nRF Programmer for Thingy free?
Is SmoothWizard free?
Do nRF Programmer for Thingy or SmoothWizard have ads?
Which is updated more often, nRF Programmer for Thingy or SmoothWizard?
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