Pi Garage vs SmartAccessPro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
Pi Garage
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Pi Garage Door Opener. Open source garage door opener using a Rasberry Pi/Pimironi Relay board https://michaelgambold.github.io/pi-garage/#/
SmartAccessPro
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SmartAccess Pro transforms your existing garage door or gate into a smart access system. Open, close, and monitor your garage door or gate from anywhere using your smartphone. Whether you're arriving home, granting access to family members, or checking door status remotely, SmartAccess Pro keeps you connected and in control. Designed for both residential and light commercial applications, SmartAccess Pro combines convenience, security, and reliability in one simple solution. Key Features: ā¢ Remote control from anywhere ā¢ Real-time door status monitoring ā¢ Family sharing and multi-user access ā¢ Siri Shortcuts and voice control support ā¢ Automatic open and close options ā¢ Safety obstacle detection and protection ā¢ Secure cloud connectivity ā¢ Fast and easy setup SmartAccess Pro works with compatible SmartAccess devices to deliver a smarter, safer, and more convenient access experience.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: SmartAccessPro at every 3 weeks against Pi Garage's every 2 months. Pi Garage's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Pi Garage ships an update every 2 months, SmartAccessPro every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Pi Garage | SmartAccessPro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 weeks ā better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 ā better | 15.6 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Michael Gambold | Spot On Technologies Pty Ltd |
In-app purchases
Pi Garage
No in-app purchases
SmartAccessPro
No in-app purchases
Questions
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