Comparison

AC Remote vs Atom Note

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

Head to head
About

AC Remote

Control compatible Wi-Fi air conditioners remotely from your iPhone. Manage temperature, mode, and fan speed for multiple units. Requires Wi-Fi or HomeKit connection; does not support infrared-only units.

Highlights
  • Remote AC control via Wi-Fi
  • HomeKit integration
  • Manage multiple air conditioners
  • Adjust temperature, mode, fan speed
  • Set off timer
  • Find compatible devices
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Control your compatible Wi-Fi air conditioner from your iPhone on your home network, or through Apple HomeKit. BEFORE YOU SUBSCRIBE Your air conditioner must be connected to Wi-Fi or HomeKit. Infrared-only units are not supported, and iPhone cannot send IR signals. This app does not replace an IR remote. WORKS WITH - Apple HomeKit accessories - Gree, Midea, Daikin and Tuya-based Wi-Fi devices on the same network - Some Tuya and newer Midea devices require a key or token to pair Compatibility varies by model. KEY FEATURES - Control temperature, mode, fan speed and swing, where your device supports them - Manage multiple air conditioners in one app - Find compatible devices on your Wi-Fi network - Set an off timer - Clean, simple interface SUBSCRIPTION AC Remote offers Weekly, Monthly and Yearly subscriptions that remove ads and unlock all features. The price and billing period are shown on the purchase screen in your local currency before you confirm. - Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. - The subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. - You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use: https://alcheclub.co/terms-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://alcheclub.co/privacy-policy/

About

Atom Note

Features
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Atom Note is a local-first note app for people who don't want every record squeezed into the same template. BUILD YOUR OWN STRUCTURE: - Create a category for anything you want to track. - Add list items inside each category. - Each item holds a title, free-form contents, and an icon you pick. CUSTOMIZE EACH CATEGORY: - Pick a background color. - Choose a font style for the category header. - Choose an icon that matches the topic. ATTACH PHOTOS: - Snap a photo with the camera or pick one from your library. - Up to three photos per item, in the order you add them. - Photos stay attached on every device that opens the same item. ATTACH DOCUMENTS: - Add a txt, doc, docx, or pdf file to any item. - Up to three documents per item. - Open a document with your device's built-in viewer. Everything stays on your device. LOCAL FIRST: - All data lives on your device. - No account, no sign-in, no background syncing. - Export a backup as a single JSON file and restore it on another device — fully offline. LOCAL BACKUP AND RESTORE: - Export every category, item, photo, document, and setting into one file you can save anywhere. - Restore from that file on the same device or another one. - Restoring replaces the current data, so it's a complete bring-over. CLEAN, RESPONSIVE LAYOUT: - Minimal home screen with category cards and item count badges. - Layout adapts to phones and tablets. - Card text and icon contrast adjust automatically to your chosen background. MADE FOR DAILY USE: - English and Simplified Chinese. - Tap targets and text sizes stay readable across devices. Atom Note is built around freedom, clarity, and simple daily use.

Screenshots

AC Remote4 screens
Atom Note4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Atom Note at none against AC Remote's 10. Atom Note also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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. AC Remote sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Atom Note asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AC Remote ships an update every 2 weeks, Atom Note monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
AC Remote versus Atom Note: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAC RemoteAtom Note
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (120 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings120 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.116.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size39 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperALCHE CLUB COMPANY LIMITEDApps Haus

In-app purchases

10 purchases

AC Remote

Subscriptions8
  • Weekly Premium$2.997 Days
  • Premium Weekly Trial3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Premium Weekly$7.997 Days
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  • Premium Monthly Trial3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly$11.991 Month
  • Monthly Premium3 Days trial$11.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium1 Month trial$69.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly Trial3 Days trial$69.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Premium$29.99
  • Lifetime Premium$49.99
None

Atom Note

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AC Remote free?
AC Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Atom Note free?
Atom Note is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do AC Remote or Atom Note have ads?
AC Remote shows ads; Atom Note does not.
Which is updated more often, AC Remote or Atom Note?
AC Remote ships an update every 2 weeks, and Atom Note monthly. Most recently, AC Remote was updated on November 8, 2026 and Atom Note on October 31, 2026.

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