Comparison

HS4Touch vs Droplet by Hydrific

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

Head to head
About

HS4Touch

Features
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This HS4Touch client is NOT a stand-alone app. It is designed to work in tandem with HS4Touch Designer (a commercial Windows software program). If you do not have a license for HS4Touch Designer, please install HomeSeer Mobile (our standard free app) instead. System Requirements: • Any HS4 or HS4PRO-powered HomeSeer system (including all HomeTrollers) • HomeSeer HS4Touch Designer • MyHomeSeer-Remote cloud service account (optional) Installation: • Ensure that your HomeSeer HS3 system is running • Register for a Free MyHomeSeer-Remote account and add your HomeSeer license codes to that account • Download and install the HSTouch client (this app) on your mobile device(s) • Open your IOS settings, find HSTouch and enter your MyHomeSeer username and password • Launch this app and connect using MyHomeSeer. Your system should now be accessible! • App will automatically load a default project based on the type of IOS device you are using.

About

Droplet by Hydrific

This powerful water sensor tracks your home's water usage in real-time, providing instant leak alerts and insights into where your water is going. Understand your consumption, save money, and prevent costly water damage with this easy-to-install device.

Highlights
  • Real-time water usage tracking
  • Instant leak alerts
  • Identify hidden leaks
  • Monitor individual fixture usage
  • Multi-home support
  • Simple DIY installation
  • High-precision ultrasonic sensors
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Say hello to Droplet, the powerful water monitor for your whole home. The award-winning Droplet catches leaks before they cause damage, with real-time insights and custom alerts so you can spot waste and lower your bills. PEACE OF MIND: Instant leak alerts so you’re always aware Identify hidden leaks, pipe bursts, and unusually high water usage before serious water damage occurs. REAL-TIME WATER MONITORING: Your home’s water, streaming live at over 50 times per second Track your water use live and see your past usage history in one simple interactive dashboard. FIXTURE DETECTION: See what’s using water, and when Droplet tracks individual fixtures like showers, toilets, faucets, irrigation systems, dishwashers, washing machines, bathtubs, and more, so you know exactly where your water goes. MULTI-HOME SUPPORT: Manage multiple homes with one app Easily switch between homes, perfect for people with vacation homes, rental units, or second residences. AWAY MODE: Keeps watching while you’re away Droplet gets more sensitive while your home is empty, so you hear about unexpected flow faster. Usage while you’re away won’t skew your normal averages. EASY DIY INSTALL: Get set up in minutes No plumber or tools necessary. Droplet attaches to your home’s main water pipe and adjusts to fit most common pipe sizes. ULTRASONIC ACCURACY: Precise data, and it’s yours Powerful ultrasonic sensors detect flow as low as 0.026 gallons per minute. Calibrate with the in-app Accuracy Tool and your readings match actual water usage to within 1–2%. Our local API streams your data to Home Assistant or any MQTT-capable system, no cloud required. To learn more or purchase a Droplet sensor, visit https://hydrificwater.com Need help, have a feature request, or a suggestion? We’re here to help! Email us at help@hydrificwater.com

Screenshots

HS4Touch1 screens
Droplet by Hydrific4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Droplet by Hydrific at every 2 weeks against HS4Touch's every 6 months. HS4Touch's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

HS4Touch ships an update every 6 months, Droplet by Hydrific every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
HS4Touch versus Droplet by Hydrific: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHS4TouchDroplet by Hydrific
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.5 (332 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—47.1% of reviews
Number of ratings—332 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB81 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHomeSeerLIXIL Corporation

In-app purchases

None

HS4Touch

No in-app purchases

None

Droplet by Hydrific

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HS4Touch free?
HS4Touch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Droplet by Hydrific free?
Droplet by Hydrific is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do HS4Touch or Droplet by Hydrific have ads?
Neither HS4Touch nor Droplet by Hydrific shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HS4Touch or Droplet by Hydrific?
HS4Touch ships an update every 6 months, and Droplet by Hydrific every 2 weeks. Most recently, HS4Touch was updated on October 27, 2026 and Droplet by Hydrific on November 3, 2026.

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