Comparison

EarthConnect vs RENO SMART

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

EarthConnect

Features
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App Description: EarthConnect is a network lighting control system that is easy to install, implement and expand to create energy savings. It is ideal for commercial facilities to maximize energy savings, improve comfort and achieve building code compliance for indoor and outdoor applications. • Scalable to enable both small-sized to large complex office buildings as well as manufacturing facilities and warehouses • EarthConnect is designed for installation and use within several luminaire types including interior and exterior fixtures • Functionality includes Bluetooth® wireless grouping, scene setting, full range dimming and scheduling • Is ideal for new construction, renovation or lighting retrofit projects • Easily adapt line voltage systems (120/277VAC) or fixtures equipped with 12VDC available power The networked lighting control hardware from EarthTronics provides solutions that easily adapt line voltage systems (120/277VAC) or fixtures equipped with 12VDC available power. The EarthConnect system functionality includes wireless grouping, scene setting, full range dimming and scheduling. EarthConnect control hardware is easy installed in the field or at that factory providing project flexibility. The EarthConnect system is ideal for new construction, renovation or lighting retrofit projects. Facility managers and contractors will find it easy to commission and a flexible option to to upgrade their energy savings with EarthTronics networked lighting control system, EarthConnect.

About

RENO SMART

Features
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The RENO SMART Bluetooth® Networked Lighting Control (NLC) app offers seamless management of smart switches with the convenience of your smartphone. This innovative app empowers users to effortlessly control their lighting fixtures from anywhere, providing unparalleled flexibility and convenience. With RENO SMART, users can easily adjust brightness levels, set schedules, and create personalized lighting scenes to suit their preferences, all through an intuitive and user-friendly interface. Say goodbye to traditional switches and embrace the future of smart lighting control with RENO SMART.

Screenshots

EarthConnect4 screens
RENO SMART3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: RENO SMART at 9.0 against EarthConnect's 12.3. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
EarthConnect versus RENO SMART: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEarthConnectRENO SMART
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.39.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB57 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperEarthTronics, Inc.Reno LED lighting Inc.

In-app purchases

None

EarthConnect

No in-app purchases

None

RENO SMART

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EarthConnect free?
EarthConnect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RENO SMART free?
RENO SMART is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do EarthConnect or RENO SMART have ads?
Neither EarthConnect nor RENO SMART shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EarthConnect or RENO SMART?
EarthConnect ships an update every 4 months, and RENO SMART every 4 months. Most recently, EarthConnect was updated on September 28, 2026 and RENO SMART on October 8, 2026.

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