# Ear Assist vs SmartPoint Connect

The clearest difference is rating: SmartPoint Connect at 4.7 against Ear Assist's 3.9. SmartPoint Connect also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). Ear Assist's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 9 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Ear Assist sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. SmartPoint Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

SmartPoint Connect holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SmartPoint Connect has 3.9K ratings behind it against 29, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 32% of Ear Assist's written reviews are positive against 50% of SmartPoint Connect's.

Ear Assist ships an update every 2 months, SmartPoint Connect every 9 months. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Ear Assist | SmartPoint Connect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (29 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ear-assist-hearing-amplifier/id576341356/reviews) | **[4.7 (3.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartpoint-connect/id1456388657/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 29 | **3.9K** |
| Positive reviews | 32.4% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 9 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 17 MB | 204 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Overpass Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/576341359) | [Marc Liniado](https://appshunter.io/developer/1456388656) |

## What reviewers say

### Ear Assist

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ear-assist-hearing-amplifier/id576341356)

Enhance audio clarity through headphones, making voices, TV, and lectures significantly louder. Choose between natural sound or speech-optimized modes with noise reduction. Advanced features include sound shaping and recording capabilities.

**Highlights:** Volume control with +18 dB boost, Natural and Speech listening modes, Five-band equalizer (Pro feature), Record lectures and talks (Pro feature), Works with wired and Bluetooth headphones, On-device audio processing

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ear Assist Pro | $2.99 | per month |
| Ear Assist Pro | $14.99 | per year |
| MP3 Recording | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ear Assist Pro Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works well
- 🔍 Useful for spying/eavesdropping
- 🔊 Amplifies sound
- 🎧 Works with headphones

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work with Bluetooth headphones
- 🔇 Can't hear anything/very low volume
- 🔊 Produces loud static/buzzing noises
- 💤 Doesn't work as advertised
- 🙅‍♂️ Too many ads

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes
- Recordings can't be saved
- Doesn't work on certain devices

**Requested features**

- Add Bluetooth support
- Improve sound quality and volume
- Reduce ads
- Add camera functionality
- Provide better instructions/tutorials


### SmartPoint Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartpoint-connect/id1456388657)

Manage all your smart home devices from anywhere in the world with a single application. Schedule actions, share access with family, and enjoy easy setup for a connected living experience.

**Highlights:** Remote device control, Smart device aggregation, Automated scheduling, Family device sharing, Simple device pairing

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Great video quality
- 🔒 Reliable security features
- 💡 Affordable price
- 👍 Intuitive app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Notifications not working consistently
- 🐛 Buggy app updates
- 🔋 Short battery life
- 👎 Poor customer support

**Reported bugs**

- Camera disconnections
- Audio issues during live view
- Compatibility problems with iOS updates
- Setup process can be challenging

**Requested features**

- Push notifications for events
- Ability to add multiple cameras to one account
- Improved app interface and user experience
- Cloud storage options with better pricing


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Ear Assist free?

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

### Is SmartPoint Connect free?

SmartPoint Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Ear Assist or SmartPoint Connect?

SmartPoint Connect is rated higher. Ear Assist averages 3.9 out of 5 from 29 ratings, while SmartPoint Connect averages 4.7 from 3.9K ratings.

### Do Ear Assist or SmartPoint Connect have ads?

Ear Assist shows ads; SmartPoint Connect does not.

### Which is updated more often, Ear Assist or SmartPoint Connect?

Ear Assist ships an update every 2 months, and SmartPoint Connect every 9 months. Most recently, Ear Assist was updated on November 6, 2026 and SmartPoint Connect on November 6, 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.*