Wrixle vs HomeSpot
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Wrixle
This utility app simplifies managing HomeKit automations. It allows users to enable or disable multiple automations simultaneously using a prefix, ideal for switching between different routines like vacation modes or guest settings. It also offers a Shortcut Action for scripting automation management.
- Bulk enable/disable automations
- Prefix-based automation selection
- Supports vacation and guest modes
- HomeKit integration
- Shortcut Action for scripting
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Do you find yourself enabling and disabling the same automations when you go away and come back, or when guests arrive and depart? Wrixle is a simple utility app that integrates with Apple's Home app to let you bulk-manage your HomeKit automations. After selecting your home, enter a prefix for the automation names, and you're ready to enable or disable multiple automations at once. Perfect for switching between daily routines and vacation modes, or managing guest-related automations. You can also use Wrixle's Shortcut Action to write scripts that enable or disable HomeKit automations by prefix.
HomeSpot
Control your HomeKit devices with unparalleled speed and efficiency on macOS and iPadOS. This app offers a keyboard-first interface and Spotlight integration for instant access and control, making smart home management seamless.
- Keyboard-first HomeKit control
- Spotlight-powered device search
- Direct control from macOS Spotlight
- Siri Shortcuts with dynamic controls
- Fast, native performance
- Seamless HomeKit integration
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Control Your HomeKit Home. Faster Than Ever. Turn your HomeKit setup into a lightning-fast, keyboard-driven experience on macOS and iPadOS. This app is built for users who want instant access to their smart home—without hunting through menus or tapping endlessly. Whether you’re working, multitasking, or automating your workflow, your home is always just a keystroke away. Keyboard-First Home Control Control your HomeKit devices entirely from the keyboard on macOS and iPadOS. Trigger actions, adjust values, and navigate your home faster than ever—perfect for power users and productivity enthusiasts. Spotlight-Powered Search Find your HomeKit devices instantly using Spotlight. • Search for devices by name • See live device states • On macOS, control devices directly from Spotlight without opening the app Your smart home is now as searchable as your files. Control Devices Directly from Spotlight (macOS) Toggle lights, switch accessories, or adjust supported values straight from Spotlight search results. No app launch. No delays. Just type, control, done. Siri Shortcuts with Dynamic Controls All your HomeKit devices automatically appear in Siri Shortcuts. • Devices expose relevant actions dynamically • Control different device types without creating separate shortcuts • Build powerful automations that adapt as your home changes Built for HomeKit • Works seamlessly with your existing HomeKit setup • Fast, native performance on macOS and iPadOS Perfect For • Mac users who prefer keyboard shortcuts over touch • Power users who live in Spotlight • Anyone who wants faster, smarter HomeKit control
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Wrixle at 5.0 against HomeSpot's 3.0. Wrixle also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 10 days). On price, ratings volume, ads and monetization model 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. HomeSpot sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Wrixle asks for nothing beyond the download.
Wrixle holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.
Wrixle ships an update every 3 days, HomeSpot every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Wrixle | HomeSpot |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | 3.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 33.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days — better | Every 10 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 0 MB | 16 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Michael Blakeley | Cubeon Solutions UG |
Customer experience
Wrixle
HomeSpot
In-app purchases
Wrixle
No in-app purchases
HomeSpot
- Buy me a coffee$2.99
- Pro$7.99
