Silent Time signal vs BatteryCtrl for SwitchBot Plug
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Silent Time signal
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This app notifies user of the time silently.
BatteryCtrl for SwitchBot Plug
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Battery Controller for SwitchBot Plug is a battery longevity utility designed to communicate directly with your SwitchBot Plug Mini over Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) to prevent battery degradation and swelling caused by prolonged overcharging. Through native iOS Shortcuts & App Intents integration, you can automate full background power cutoff and resumption based on your device's exact battery level. ---------------------------- ◆ Key Features ---------------------------- 1. Native iOS Shortcuts & Automation Integration Powered by App Intents, the app provides instant actions: "Turn On Plug" and "Turn Off Plug". Simply set up an iOS Automation (e.g., Turn OFF at 80%, Turn ON at 20%) to keep your battery healthy automatically—even when your iPhone is locked and sleeping. 2. Direct BLE Control (No Hub, No Login) No SwitchBot account or cloud subscription needed. Your iOS device pairs directly with the SwitchBot Plug Mini via Bluetooth, ensuring private, responsive, and reliable operation. 3. Quick Controls & Local History Logs Test your smart plug right from the dashboard. Review timestamped execution logs within the app anytime. 4. Privacy-First Zero analytics, zero ads, zero data collection. All settings and logs stay strictly on your device. ---------------------------- ◆ Supported Devices ---------------------------- - SwitchBot Plug Mini (US & JP models) * A SwitchBot Hub is NOT required. ---------------------------- ◆ Disclaimer ---------------------------- This app is an independent third-party utility developed by SHADOW'S WORKS LLC. and is not affiliated with or endorsed by SwitchBot (Woan Technology).
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: BatteryCtrl for SwitchBot Plug at none against Silent Time signal's shown. Silent Time signal's advantage is iOS requirement (15.8.3 vs 17.0). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Silent Time signal | BatteryCtrl for SwitchBot Plug |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.8.3 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 35 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hideaki Uchikoshi | SHADOW'S WORKS LLC. |
In-app purchases
Silent Time signal
No in-app purchases
BatteryCtrl for SwitchBot Plug
No in-app purchases





