Comparison

Soildrops vs SmartTemp

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

Head to head
About

Soildrops

Automate your garden's watering with smart sensors and a controller. Features an extensive plant database and an AI algorithm that uses weather data for optimal irrigation schedules.

Highlights
  • Soil sensors and controller integration
  • 10k+ plant database
  • AI-powered watering schedules
  • Weather data integration
  • Quick and easy water scheduling
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Smart Irrigation system having with Soil Sensors, Controller, 10k plus plant database, Powerful AI algorithm and Weather. Quick & Easy water scheduling system.

About

SmartTemp

Effortlessly manage your home's climate from anywhere with this intuitive app. Connect your devices via HomeKit to set custom schedules, monitor individual room temperatures, and receive real-time notifications for optimal comfort and energy efficiency.

Highlights
  • Remote temperature adjustment
  • HomeKit device integration
  • Room-specific temperature monitoring
  • Customizable schedules
  • Smart temperature presets
  • Real-time climate notifications
Features
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Take full control of your home’s climate – wherever you are. SmartTemp: Home Control makes managing your indoor temperature effortless and intuitive. With seamless HomeKit integration, you can easily connect your devices and create a comfortable environment tailored to your lifestyle. Main Functions: • Remote Temperature Control Adjust the temperature in your home from anywhere using your smartphone. • Quick Device Setup Effortlessly discover and add your thermostat device with a smooth, guided setup process that reflects thoughtful care. • Room-Specific Monitoring Track and manage temperature for each connected room with advanced monitoring tools – all from one place. • Custom Schedules Set personalized schedules to match your routine – whether you're home, away, or on vacation. • Smart Temperature Modes Create and activate smart presets like “Leaving Home” or “Weekend Relax” to instantly switch to your preferred settings. • Real-Time Notifications Stay informed with alerts and updates about your home’s climate status. SmartTemp: Home Control combines comfort, convenience, and energy efficiency in one digital solution – thoughtfully designed to adapt to your lifestyle and take care of your climate needs. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1p58tBIHR0lbCLWr-vexiVgTW2h5nsQ5rPdTUcOedY_k/edit?usp=sharing Terms & Conditions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xxRHhJdnimvX60s3vzZOel7KY1cOhK0VeSTCjRsB1Tg/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

Soildrops4 screens
SmartTemp4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SmartTemp at 4.5 against Soildrops's 3.4. SmartTemp also leads on ratings volume (98 vs 5). 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. Soildrops sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and SmartTemp sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SmartTemp holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SmartTemp has 98 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Soildrops ships an update every 2 weeks, SmartTemp every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Soildrops versus SmartTemp: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSoildropsSmartTemp
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (5 ratings)4.5 (98 ratings) — better
Positive reviews77.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings598 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size94 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSoildropsLS HOWELL LLC

Customer experience

Soildrops

All ratings5 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative22.2%

SmartTemp

All ratings98 ratings
Positive88.8%
Neutral3.1%
Negative8.2%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Soildrops

Subscriptions2
  • 1 Month Subscription$9.991 Month
  • 1 Year Subscription1 Month trial$59.991 Year
2 purchases

SmartTemp

Subscriptions2
  • Smart Thermostat Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Thermostat Premium$4.997 Days

Questions

Is Soildrops free?
Soildrops is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SmartTemp free?
SmartTemp is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Soildrops or SmartTemp?
SmartTemp is rated higher. Soildrops averages 3.4 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while SmartTemp averages 4.5 from 98 ratings.
Do Soildrops or SmartTemp have ads?
Neither Soildrops nor SmartTemp shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Soildrops or SmartTemp?
Soildrops ships an update every 2 weeks, and SmartTemp every 9 days. Most recently, Soildrops was updated on October 11, 2026 and SmartTemp on October 9, 2026.

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