# Smart switch vs Contacts Sync

The clearest difference is rating: Contacts Sync at 4.5 against Smart switch's 2.3. Contacts Sync also leads on ratings volume (25 vs 3). Smart switch's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Smart switch sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Contacts Sync sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Contacts Sync holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Contacts Sync has 25 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Smart switch ships an update every 2 weeks, Contacts Sync every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Smart switch | Contacts Sync |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-switch-clone-phone/id1607843801/reviews) | **[4.5 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/contacts-sync-for-google-gmail/id1644069886/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **25** |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 33 MB | 92 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Adnan Haider](https://appshunter.io/developer/1607843803) | [Haresh Purbiya](https://appshunter.io/developer/1643672119) |

## What reviewers say

### Smart switch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-switch-clone-phone/id1607843801)

Easily transfer all your data, including photos, videos, contacts, and documents, from an old phone to a new one. This app supports moving between Android and iOS devices, offering a secure and fast way to migrate your digital life without needing an internet connection.

**Highlights:** Cross-platform data transfer (Android to iOS, iOS to Android), Transfer photos, videos, contacts, and documents, No internet connection required, Fast and secure data copying, Supports all file formats, Customizable file and folder locations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Quarterly | $4.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly | $9.99 | per year |


### Contacts Sync

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/contacts-sync-for-google-gmail/id1644069886)

Easily back up, export, and restore your phone's contacts without a computer. This app helps you find and merge duplicate entries, ensuring your address book stays organized and secure. Supports multiple export formats and cloud storage options.

**Highlights:** Contact backup to secure cloud storage, Export contacts in VCF, XLS, CSV formats, Find and merge duplicate contacts, Restore contacts from backup files, Automatic daily, weekly, monthly backups, Export backups via third-party apps

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Contact backup PRO - weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Contact backup PRO - Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Contact backup PRO - Yearly | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Smart switch free?

Smart switch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Contacts Sync free?

Contacts Sync is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Smart switch or Contacts Sync?

Contacts Sync is rated higher. Smart switch averages 2.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Contacts Sync averages 4.5 from 25 ratings.

### Do Smart switch or Contacts Sync have ads?

Both Smart switch and Contacts Sync show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Smart switch or Contacts Sync?

Smart switch ships an update every 2 weeks, and Contacts Sync every 6 weeks. Most recently, Smart switch was updated on November 3, 2026 and Contacts Sync on November 3, 2026.

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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.*