HomeSpot vs Monaco Notepad
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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
Monaco Notepad
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This is a notepad for programmers that features syntax highlighting and supports a wide range of programming languages. - A PC version is also available, and by connecting to your Google Drive, you can sync notes with the cloud between your devices. - Efficiently manage your notes using folder and archive functions. - There are absolutely no advertisements.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Monaco Notepad at none against HomeSpot's 2. Monaco Notepad also leads on iOS requirement (16.4 vs 26.0). HomeSpot's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 months). On price, 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. HomeSpot sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Monaco Notepad asks for nothing beyond the download.
HomeSpot ships an update every 10 days, Monaco Notepad every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HomeSpot | Monaco Notepad |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 16.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 44 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Cubeon Solutions UG | Jun Takahashi |
In-app purchases
HomeSpot
- Buy me a coffee$2.99
- Pro$7.99
Monaco Notepad
No in-app purchases









