SmartIOT vs HDMI
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SmartIOT
Control your MROCIOA HDMI Switcher with this intuitive application. Easily switch channels, manage TV volume, navigate menus, and control playback functions like play and pause. The app provides a clear view of device names for each channel.
- Switch HDMI channels
- Adjust TV volume
- Control TV menus
- Play/pause TV
- View device names
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This app is used to control MROCIOA's HDMI Switcher. It can switch the channels, adjust the volume of the TV, control the menu, play and pause of the TV, etc. You can clearly see the device name of each channel. Easy to use.
HDMI
Transform your device into an external monitor for gaming, photography, and video. Connect consoles, cameras, PCs, and more for high-quality HD streaming. Enjoy a portable display and immersive audio experience.
- External display functionality
- Connect gaming consoles
- High-quality HD streaming
- Supports cameras and PCs
- Portable screen solution
- USB-C video capture card compatible
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Turn your device into an external display with HDMI Monitor, perfect for gaming, photo- & video-shooting, and more. Connect your gaming console to your device and enjoy your favorite games without the need to have a TV or Display at hand. Key Features: - Versatile Functionality: Seamless integration with consoles, cameras, professional photoshooting gear, PC, and just about any other device that supports HDMI output. - High-Quality Streaming: Crystal-clear HD video and high-quality audio, with full support for your headphones. - Get a Display and High-Quality Speakers: Turn your device into a media station that’s part of the ecosystem that you can access for complete immersion and 100% satisfaction. - Fast and User-Friendly: Quick setup and responsive design for a hassle-free experience. Improved Connectivity: - Use a simple USB-C video-capture card for easy connection. - Supports various resolutions and frame rates for optimal video clarity. Ideal For: - Gamers, photographers, videographers and geeks. - Anyone needing a portable screen for games, movies, TV, or presentations. You need: HDMI to USB-C Video Capture Card, iPad with USB-C and iOS 17 Try the ultimate app that turns your device into a universal display!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: HDMI at 2.9 against SmartIOT's 2.7. HDMI also leads on ratings volume (75 vs 3). SmartIOT's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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.
HDMI holds the better App Store score, 2.9 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HDMI has 75 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of SmartIOT's written reviews are positive against 52% of HDMI's.
SmartIOT ships an update every 2 weeks, HDMI every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 20, 2026.
| Parameter | SmartIOT | HDMI |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.7 (3 ratings) | 2.9 (75 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | 52.2% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 75 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 8 MB | 83 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Shenzhen Sailiken Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. | Ion Danilov |
Customer experience
SmartIOT
HDMI
In-app purchases
SmartIOT
No in-app purchases
HDMI
No in-app purchases
