elero NFC vs SmartAnwis
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
elero NFC
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The elero NFC App enables fast, intuitive and secure programming of NFC-enabled elero control devices. With its clear and user-friendly interface, the app guides you step by step through the entire programming process—without additional tools or complicated settings. Key Features 1. Easy NFC programming: Configure control devices with your smartphone or tablet—simply by holding the device close. 2. Channels, groups & events: Conveniently create, edit and manage all relevant structures. 3. Event overview: Display and adjust all events associated with each channel. 4. Share configurations: Transfer completed settings to other NFC-enabled smartphones and tablets—ideal for teamwork and service operations. 5. Save time every day: The intuitive design reduces effort during installation, maintenance and parameter setup. 6. Quick transfer: Hold your NFC-enabled device to the control unit and apply settings with just a few taps. The elero NFC App is a smart and innovative solution for effortless programming of NFC-enabled elero control devices.
SmartAnwis
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SmartAnwis app allows you to control your motorized window coverings more freely on smartphone. Please configure your SmartAnwis APP account, Bridge and motorized window coverings on SmartAnwis APP before use. With SmartAnwis App, you can: - Control up to 30 motorized window coverings - Control up to 20 rooms - Control up to 20 scenes - Control up to 20 timers SmartAnwis is a WiFi to RF bi-directional controller with integrated RS485 interface. It builds a connection via user's WiFi router at home and enables user to control motorized window coverings and sun shading products with designated smartphone.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: SmartAnwis at 10.0 against elero NFC's 16.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.
elero NFC ships an update every 2 months, SmartAnwis every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.
| Parameter | elero NFC | SmartAnwis |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 10.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 100 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | elero GmbH | ANWIS Sp. z o.o. |
In-app purchases
elero NFC
No in-app purchases
SmartAnwis
No in-app purchases









