BenQ Smart Controller vs TECO iHome
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BenQ Smart Controller
Transform your mobile device into a smart remote for compatible BenQ projectors. Effortlessly switch between d-pad, touchpad, and keyboard with voice input for seamless control.
- Mobile smart remote control
- D-pad mode
- Touchpad mode
- Keyboard with voice input
- Compatibility with JD-130/JD-150/JM-250
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BenQ Smart Controller app turns your mobile device into a smart remote controller. (Compatible with BenQ JD-130/JD-150/JM-250) Easily switch between three modes: d-pad, touchpad, and keyboard with voice input. If you would like to control BenQ GV1, GS2, TK8 series, E600 series or E800 series, please download BenQ Smart Control app from the App Store.
TECO iHome
Control TECO smart air conditioners and appliances remotely via your smartphone. Features include scheduling, power monitoring, and GPS-based reminders for energy savings and comfort. Supports voice control for a convenient smart home experience.
- Remote control of AC settings
- Smart scheduling for automated operation
- Power usage monitoring
- GPS-based on/off reminders
- AI temperature automation
- Voice control integration
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Welcome to TECO iHOME! The TECO iHOME app allows you to use your smartphone or tablet to manage your home's TECO smart air conditioners and appliances. By pairing with a compatible AC model and purchasing a separate cloud module, you can easily upgrade your appliances to be smart-enabled. With your smartphone connected to your home's Wi-Fi or a 4G/5G mobile network, you can enjoy a full range of smart services from your TECO iHOME cloud-enabled appliances. For more information, please visit https://www.tecohome.com.tw TECO iHOME Cloud Air Conditioner Smart Features: Remote Control: Adjust your air conditioner settings remotely using the TECO iHOME app. Smart Scheduling: Set your AC to automatically turn on/off or change operating modes at different times of the day to manage your home's temperature more conveniently. Power Management: Track your air conditioner's electricity usage on a daily basis, making it easy to monitor consumption and control your electricity costs. GPS-Based Reminders: By setting up GPS location, the app can proactively remind you to turn your AC on or off when you leave or return home, helping you enjoy a comfortable smart life while saving energy. AI Temperature Automation: The app can sense temperature changes and automatically turn the AC on or off when your desired indoor temperature is reached. Smart Voice Control: Supports voice control via Google Assistant and Chunghwa Telecom i寶貝. As long as your smartphone is connected to the internet, you can enjoy all the smart services provided by your TECO iHOME appliances. You will need to purchase a TECO cloud module hardware device to upgrade your air conditioner and appliances before you can use the TECO iHOME app and begin your smart life. This app includes a "Power Management" page that displays information on your air conditioner's electricity usage. Whether this information is shown depends on if the connected AC model supports the power feedback function. If your model does not support this feature, the page will automatically hide the power information. If you need support, please email us at: tecoems@gmail.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: TECO iHome at 13% against BenQ Smart Controller's 0%. BenQ Smart Controller's advantage is iOS requirement (8.1 vs 14.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
BenQ Smart Controller ships an update every 5 months, TECO iHome every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BenQ Smart Controller | TECO iHome |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.4 (8 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 12.5% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 8 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 3 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.1 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 74 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | BenQ Corporation | Aifa technology corp. |
Customer experience
BenQ Smart Controller
TECO iHome
In-app purchases
BenQ Smart Controller
No in-app purchases
TECO iHome
No in-app purchases
Questions
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Is TECO iHome free?
Do BenQ Smart Controller or TECO iHome have ads?
Which is updated more often, BenQ Smart Controller or TECO iHome?
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