Comparison

HomeView vs Widget for Netatmo

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

Head to head
About

HomeView

Features
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INTRODUCING HOMEVIEW HomeView helps you understand what’s happening in your home and how to keep it healthy and comfortable. If environmental sensors have been installed in your home by iOpt and your housing provider, this app lets you see simple, easy-to-understand information about your living conditions. You’ll also get helpful guidance on small things that can make a positive difference. WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH HOMEVIEW Understand your home - See current conditions in your home in a clear, simple view - Check how your home has been doing over the last 1, 7, or 30 days - Easy-to-read visuals that show when things are looking good or need attention Get helpful advice - Simple hints and tips to help keep your home healthier - Clear guidance if a room may need a bit of extra attention - Support that helps you spot issues early Don't hesitate to get in touch with your housing provider to find out more about the devices installed into your home.

About

Widget for Netatmo

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Widget for Netatmo puts your Netatmo Energy thermostat right on your iPhone Home Screen: measured temperature, target temperature (setpoint) and current mode, always at a glance without opening another app. READ-ONLY MONITORING The app does not change thermostat setpoints, schedules or modes: it shows temperature, setpoint and status for information only. To adjust your heating, use the official Netatmo apps or the thermostat itself. WHAT THE WIDGET SHOWS • Measured room temperature • Target temperature (setpoint) • Current mode (schedule, manual, heating on) • Time of the last update • The room or thermostat you choose: every widget has its own room, so with several valves you add one widget per room FREE FEATURES • Sign in with your Netatmo account (secure OAuth login) • Home Screen widget in the Classic style, small and medium sizes • List of homes and rooms linked to your account • Automatic data refresh during the day (iOS decides the timing) IN-APP PURCHASES (optional) • Layout 1: Lock Screen widget (rectangle under the clock) with room, setpoint, temperature and status • Layout 2: circle widget for the Lock Screen and StandBy, up to four side by side to keep an eye on several valves • Quick refresh: update data whenever you want with a tap on the widget, without opening the app • Widget skin: native iOS styles Home, Weather, Ring, Minimal and Detailed • Enable all features: one-time purchase that unlocks everything • Enable all: subscription that includes every feature Prices and terms are shown in the app; purchases are managed with your Apple ID. REQUIREMENTS Requires an installed Netatmo Energy thermostat (or Netatmo valves) and a Netatmo account. An internet connection is needed. TIPS • To add the widget: touch and hold the Home Screen, tap “+” and search for “Widget for Netatmo”. Lock Screen widgets are added from Lock Screen → Customize. • To pick a widget’s room: touch and hold the widget → Edit Widget → Room. • If the data looks stale, open the app and tap “Refresh”. NOTE Developed by Actisoft and compatible with Netatmo thermostats. This is not an official app and is not affiliated with Netatmo or Legrand. Netatmo is a trademark of its respective owners. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.giraitalia.com/netatmo-widget-ios-privacy-policy.html Compatible thermostats (since 1.0.3): Netatmo Smart Thermostat, Netatmo Smart Radiator Valves, Netatmo Smart Modulating Thermostat (OpenTherm), Smarther with Netatmo and BTicino thermostats, set up in the Netatmo Energy or Home + Control app. If your thermostat is not listed, the “Write to us” button in Settings sends us what we need to add it.

Screenshots

HomeView3 screens
Widget for Netatmo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HomeView at none against Widget for Netatmo's 6. HomeView also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Widget for Netatmo sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per year. HomeView asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HomeView ships an update fortnightly, Widget for Netatmo every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
HomeView versus Widget for Netatmo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHomeViewWidget for Netatmo
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperiOptActisoft S.r.l.

In-app purchases

None

HomeView

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Widget for Netatmo

Subscriptions4
  • Small layout$0.991 Year
  • Extra small layout$0.991 Year
  • Quick access Energy app$0.991 Year
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  • Enable all$1.991 Month
One-time2
  • Widget skin$0.99
  • Enable all features$19.99

Questions

Is HomeView free?
HomeView is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Widget for Netatmo free?
Widget for Netatmo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do HomeView or Widget for Netatmo have ads?
Neither HomeView nor Widget for Netatmo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HomeView or Widget for Netatmo?
HomeView ships an update fortnightly, and Widget for Netatmo every 9 days. Most recently, HomeView was updated on October 28, 2026 and Widget for Netatmo on October 29, 2026.

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