Escea SmartHeat vs TOTP Auth
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Escea SmartHeat
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This version is applicable to Escea Electric and Gas Fireplaces which have a black remote control and are connected to Wi-Fi. Initially, with a Bluetooth connection, you can directly control your fireplace, turning it on and off, adjusting the desired temperature, setting automatic timersΒΉ and controlling certain fan and flame effect settings. You can add multiple fireplaces to the home screen and select each one individually to control. Use the Wi-Fi menu to connect the fireplace to your home internet connection, enabling you to control it from anywhereΒ². Software updates and future enhancements can also be downloaded to the fireplace as they become available. For full functionality, the fireplace must be connected to Wi-Fi and have an internet connection available at all times. Even when using this app, the original Escea remote control supplied with the fireplace must remain operational in the same room (required for thermostatic control). ΒΉ Timer operation requires the fireplace to be connected to the internet at all times via Wi-Fi. Β² Mobile device must have an internet connection available to control the fireplace remotely.
TOTP Auth
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An authenticator app for use with your Contal ID
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: TOTP Auth at 2 against Escea SmartHeat's β. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Escea SmartHeat ships an update every 6 weeks, TOTP Auth every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Escea SmartHeat | TOTP Auth |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 5 weeks β better |
| Ads | β | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | β | iPhone, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 14.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 29 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Escea Ltd | Contal Travel Group Pty Ltd |
In-app purchases
Escea SmartHeat
No in-app purchases
TOTP Auth
No in-app purchases









