Comparison

SheetBox vs HomeSpot

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

Head to head
About

SheetBox

This app connects your spreadsheet data to your automations. Easily read, append, and update information from Numbers, Excel, and Google Sheets within your workflows.

Highlights
  • Read Numbers spreadsheets in Shortcuts
  • Read Excel (.xlsx) spreadsheets in Shortcuts
  • Read Google Sheets in Shortcuts
  • Append rows to Google Sheets
  • Update data in Google Sheets
  • Create powerful automations with spreadsheet data
Features
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Unlock the Power of Your Spreadsheet Data with Shortcuts SheetBox is the bridge between Shortcuts and your Numbers, Googel Sheets, or Excel spreadsheets, allowing you to read data from your files. Whether you're tracking expenses, managing projects, or analyzing data, SheetBox makes it easy to access and use that information in your Shortcuts. What You Can Do with SheetBox: • Read data from Numbers spreadsheets directly in your Shortcuts • Read data from Excel spreadsheets (.xlsx format) directly in your Shortcuts • Read data from Google Sheets directly in your Shortcuts • Append rows to Google Sheets directly in your Shortcuts • Update existing data in Google Sheets directly in your Shortcuts • Create powerful automations using your spreadsheet data • Build custom workflows that integrate with your existing spreadsheets SheetBox comes with a 14-day free trial period so you can experience the full power of the app before purchasing. Download SheetBox today and unlock the potential of your spreadsheet data with the power of Shortcuts! Note: Currently supports Numbers, Google Sheets, and Excel (.xlsx) files. Additional spreadsheet formats may come in future updates.

About

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.

Highlights
  • Keyboard-first HomeKit control
  • Spotlight-powered device search
  • Direct control from macOS Spotlight
  • Siri Shortcuts with dynamic controls
  • Fast, native performance
  • Seamless HomeKit integration
Features
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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

Screenshots

SheetBox4 screens
HomeSpot4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SheetBox at 100% against HomeSpot's 33%. SheetBox also leads on rating (4.0 vs 3.0) and iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.0). HomeSpot's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. SheetBox sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and HomeSpot sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SheetBox holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of SheetBox's written reviews are positive against 33% of HomeSpot's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SheetBox ships an update every 9 days, HomeSpot every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
SheetBox versus HomeSpot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSheetBoxHomeSpot
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (4 ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings4 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 10 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS18.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIBRAHIM-ALEXANDRU ABDOCubeon Solutions UG

Customer experience

SheetBox

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

HomeSpot

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

SheetBox

One-time1
  • SheetBox License$3.99
3 purchases

HomeSpot

One-time3
  • TrialFree
  • Buy me a coffee$2.99
  • Pro$7.99

Questions

Is SheetBox free?
SheetBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HomeSpot free?
HomeSpot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SheetBox or HomeSpot?
SheetBox is rated higher. SheetBox averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while HomeSpot averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do SheetBox or HomeSpot have ads?
Neither SheetBox nor HomeSpot shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SheetBox or HomeSpot?
SheetBox ships an update every 9 days, and HomeSpot every 10 days. Most recently, SheetBox was updated on November 5, 2026 and HomeSpot on November 7, 2026.

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