# AutoSilent vs Silent Plug

The clearest difference is rating: AutoSilent at 3.5 against Silent Plug's 1.9. AutoSilent also leads on review sentiment (42% vs 19%) and ratings volume (183 vs 34). Silent Plug's advantage is iOS requirement (8.1 vs 12.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AutoSilent sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month and Silent Plug sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

AutoSilent holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AutoSilent has 183 ratings behind it against 34, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of AutoSilent's written reviews are positive against 19% of Silent Plug's.

AutoSilent ships an update every 3 weeks, Silent Plug fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AutoSilent | Silent Plug |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.5 (183 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/autosilent/id474777148/reviews)** | [1.9 (34 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/silent-plug/id1124552189/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **183** | 34 |
| Positive reviews | **42.1% of reviews** | 19.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 25 MB | 18 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **8.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Niv Gutherz](https://appshunter.io/developer/386496354) | [Twist Idea LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/926748916) |

## What reviewers say

### AutoSilent

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/autosilent/id474777148)

This app automatically silences your iPhone or iPad during scheduled meetings, at specific locations, or at set times. It seamlessly integrates with your calendar and location services to manage your device's ringer, ensuring you're never disturbed or embarrassed by notifications in inappropriate situations. It can also automatically unmute your device when the event concludes.

**Highlights:** Automatic silencing for calendar events, Location-based silencing, Scheduled silencing, Automatic unmuting, Calendar synchronization, Customizable silent event criteria

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AutoSilent Premium Features | $1.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful scheduling and automation
- ⏱️ Convenient timer functionality
- 📆 Integrates with calendar events
- 🔕 Silences phone during meetings/events

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 High battery drain due to location tracking
- 💰 Subscription model for existing users
- 🤔 Confusing or unintuitive interface
- 🐛 Unreliable or inconsistent behavior

**Reported bugs**

- Silencing not working as expected
- Constant notifications/alerts from the app
- Losing custom settings after updates

**Requested features**

- Ability to selectively silence contacts/numbers
- Master on/off switch for easier deactivation
- More flexible scheduling options (e.g. overnight)
- Improved integration with iOS Focus mode


### Silent Plug

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/silent-plug/id1124552189)

This utility silences the notification sounds your device makes when plugged in. By starting a journal entry, it prevents plug-in sounds, ensuring quiet charging in shared spaces or during sensitive activities.

**Highlights:** Silences plug-in sounds, Starts journal entry to mute, Discreet charging, Ideal for shared sleeping spaces, Useful in quiet environments

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AutoSilent free?

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

### Is Silent Plug free?

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

### Which has better reviews, AutoSilent or Silent Plug?

AutoSilent is rated higher. AutoSilent averages 3.5 out of 5 from 183 ratings, while Silent Plug averages 1.9 from 34 ratings.

### Do AutoSilent or Silent Plug have ads?

Neither AutoSilent nor Silent Plug shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, AutoSilent or Silent Plug?

AutoSilent ships an update every 3 weeks, and Silent Plug fortnightly. Most recently, AutoSilent was updated on October 7, 2026 and Silent Plug on October 14, 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.*