Comparison

openHAB V1 vs Solvotix

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

Head to head
About

openHAB V1

This legacy application connects to older versions of openHAB home automation systems. It is intended for users with openHAB 1.x and iOS 15 or earlier. For current features and support, a newer application is recommended.

Highlights
  • Connects to openHAB 1.x systems
  • Legacy iOS support
  • Security updates only
  • Deprecated status
Features
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This is the legacy version of the openHAB IOS app. This version is designed for openHAB systems running version 1.x and later as well as IOS version 15 and earlier. This version of the app will only be updated for security reasons and is considered deprecated. For a more modern experience we recommend users install our updated IOS application which includes Apple Watch support, more frequent updates as well as new and exciting features. This new IOS app supports openHAB versions 3.x and later. The open Home Automation Bus (openHAB) project aims at providing a universal integration platform for all things around home automation. It is designed to be absolutely vendor-neutral as well as hardware/protocol-agnostic. openHAB brings together different bus systems, hardware devices and interface protocols. You will find openHAB at http://www.openhab.org/

About

Solvotix

Features
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Solvotix – Smart Building Control Made Simple Solvotix gives you instant insight and control over your building—right from your phone. Whether you manage a home, office, or an entire multi-site property, the Solvotix app puts essential monitoring tools in your hand with a clean, fast, and user-friendly experience. Stay updated with live sensor data, receive real-time alerts, and track events the moment they happen. From temperature and humidity to water-leak detection and power monitoring, the app keeps you informed wherever you are. For advanced automations, multi-tenant management, and deep configuration, the Solvotix Web Portal has you covered. The app focuses on what you need most on the go: clarity, speed, and full visibility. Key Features • Live Sensor Monitoring – View temperature, humidity, leaks, energy use, and more. • Instant Alerts – Get notified immediately when something needs your attention. • Event Timeline – Track all sensor activities in a clean, chronological view. • Multi-Site Support – Switch between locations effortlessly. • Ultra-Simple Interface – Designed for speed, clarity, and everyday use. • Secure & Private – Tenant-scoped access ensures each user sees only what they should. Solvotix makes smart building management effortless—connect, protect, and automate with one tap.

Screenshots

openHAB V14 screens
Solvotix4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: openHAB V1 at 12.0 against Solvotix's 15.0. 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

openHAB V1 ships an update monthly, Solvotix every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
openHAB V1 versus Solvotix: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteropenHAB V1Solvotix
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (40 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews56.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings40 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB80 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperopenHAB Foundation e.V.Solvotix AS

In-app purchases

None

openHAB V1

No in-app purchases

None

Solvotix

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is openHAB V1 free?
openHAB V1 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Solvotix free?
Solvotix is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do openHAB V1 or Solvotix have ads?
Neither openHAB V1 nor Solvotix shows ads.
Which is updated more often, openHAB V1 or Solvotix?
openHAB V1 ships an update monthly, and Solvotix every 2 months. Most recently, openHAB V1 was updated on October 29, 2026 and Solvotix on October 14, 2026.

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