Merge vs SmartThings Pro Mobile
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Merge
Connect your Wear OS Android watch to your iPhone for notifications, calls, music control, and health data syncing. Easily manage alerts, find your devices, and keep contacts updated with a user-friendly interface.
- iPhone notifications on watch
- Make/receive calls from watch
- Sync health data to Apple Health
- Music playback control
- Contacts sync
- Find iPhone/Watch feature
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Merge seamlessly connects your Android watch (Wear OS) to your iPhone. It empowers you with: • Notifications at Your Wrist: Receive all your iPhone notifications directly on your watch. Customize which apps send alerts with the new notification control feature. • Take Calls on the Go: Make and receive phone calls right from your watch, without reaching for your iPhone. • Health and Workout Sync: Track fitness goals by syncing health data and workouts from your Wear OS watch to Apple Health. • Playback Control: Control music on your iPhone from your wrist. • Contacts Sync: Keep your contacts updated across both devices for seamless communication. • Find My iPhone/Watch Feature: Locate your devices nearby with the new “Find My” ring feature. • Simple & User-Friendly Interface: Merge is quick to set up and easy to use, so you can start connecting right away. • Secure Connection: Your privacy is our priority. Merge establishes a secure Bluetooth connection and keeps your data on your devices. Join us on this exciting journey to bring the full Wear OS experience to your iPhone. Keep your favorite watch and phone connected with Merge, and stay tuned for new features! Features require an active subscription. Try it free for 14 days. Follow us on Twitter for updates: https://x.com/MergeWatch Privacy Policy: https://www.merge.watch/privacy_policy.html Terms of Use: https://www.merge.watch/terms_of_service.html
SmartThings Pro Mobile
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SmartThings Pro Mobile is an enterprise solution for B2B, and can only be used by users who have been granted access permissions by an administrator of a customer company. Experience a smarter workplace with SmartThings Pro Mobile. ■ Easy and Secure Access Enter your workplace quickly and securely using a QR code or facial recognition. ■ Room Reservations and Calendar Integration Reserve meeting rooms or seats and automatically sync bookings with your connected calendar. ■ Convenient Visitor Invitations Invite visitors with ease. Access QR codes are issued automatically, and parking registration can be completed in advance. ■ Instant Assistance Need help with your workspace? Submit requests and get assistance whenever you need it. ■ Smart Space Control Control lighting and temperature in your workspace, and check real-time restroom occupancy information. SmartThings Pro Mobile is available only to users who have been granted access by an administrator. Features are available only for invited spaces and authorized services. Some features may vary depending on the building, workspace, or operational policies.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SmartThings Pro Mobile at none against Merge's 4. On price, update cadence, ads 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. Merge sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. SmartThings Pro Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.
Merge ships an update fortnightly, SmartThings Pro Mobile every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Merge | SmartThings Pro Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.3 (360 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 13.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 360 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 4 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.2 | 16.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 35 MB | 73 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Merge Labs Ltd | Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. |
Bugs and requests
Merge
Reported bugs
2 issues- Notifications not working properly
- Compatibility issues with certain devices
Requested features
3 requests- Offer a one-time purchase option
- Provide a free version with limited functionality
- Improve stability and reliability of the connection
SmartThings Pro Mobile
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Merge
- Basic Monthly Plan14 Days trial$3.991 Month
- Pro Monthly Plan14 Days trial$5.991 Month
- Basic Annual Plan14 Days trial$35.991 Year
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- Pro Annual Plan14 Days trial$59.991 Year
SmartThings Pro Mobile
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Merge free?
Is SmartThings Pro Mobile free?
Do Merge or SmartThings Pro Mobile have ads?
Which is updated more often, Merge or SmartThings Pro Mobile?
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