# xxter vs Basic KNX

The clearest difference is rating: Basic KNX at 5.0 against xxter's 3.7. Basic KNX also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 3 months). xxter's advantage is ratings volume (15 vs 1). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. xxter sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Basic KNX asks for nothing beyond the download.

Basic KNX holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: xxter has 15 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

xxter ships an update every 3 months, Basic KNX every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | xxter | Basic KNX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xxter/id390605269/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/basic-knx/id990988049/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **15** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 142 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [xxter b.v.](https://appshunter.io/developer/390605272) | [Mauricio Domenech](https://appshunter.io/developer/990988048) |

## What reviewers say

### xxter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xxter/id390605269)

Control and automate all your home's KNX functions with this app. Customize the interface with your own photos and icons for ultimate convenience. Offers advanced automation options for a truly smart home experience.

**Highlights:** KNX function automation, Customizable interface, Scene module, Planner and triggers, Presence simulation, Remote internet access

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| xxter Connect Service | $1.99 | per month |
| xxter Connect Service | $21.99 | per year |
| 10 Text/sms messages | $2.99 | one-time |
| 50 Text/sms messages | $10.99 | one-time |


### Basic KNX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/basic-knx/id990988049)

This utility app allows users to quickly test their KNX installations by connecting to a KNX/IP gateway. It supports sending various data types and requires the device to be on the same network as the gateway.

**Highlights:** Test KNX installations, Connect via KNX/IP gateway, Send BOOLEAN, BYTE, WORD, DOUBLE WORD data, Wi-Fi or VPN network connection, English and Spanish language support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is xxter free?

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

### Is Basic KNX free?

Basic KNX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, xxter or Basic KNX?

Basic KNX is rated higher. xxter averages 3.7 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Basic KNX averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do xxter or Basic KNX have ads?

Neither xxter nor Basic KNX shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, xxter or Basic KNX?

xxter ships an update every 3 months, and Basic KNX every 6 weeks. Most recently, xxter was updated on October 1, 2026 and Basic KNX on September 29, 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.*