HomeSpot vs StellarVision
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
StellarVision
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StellarVision puts your home security in the palm of your hand. Monitor your cameras from anywhere, manage multiple homes, and stay in control - all from one beautifully designed app. -- EASY SETUP -- Connect your cameras in seconds by scanning a QR code. No complicated configuration, no technical knowledge required. -- LIVE CAMERA FEEDS -- View all your camera feeds in one place. Switch between cameras instantly and keep an eye on what matters most. -- MULTIPLE HOMES -- Managing more than one property? StellarVision supports multiple homes so you can monitor everything from a single app. -- PLANS FOR EVERY NEED -- Free - 1 home - Up to 2 cameras - Full app access Starter - $9.99 / year - 1 home - Up to 2 cameras - No ads Core - $39.99 / year - Up to 2 homes - Unlimited cameras - No ads - All camera features -- SIGN IN YOUR WAY -- Sign in with Apple, Google, or email - your choice. -- BUILT WITH PRIVACY IN MIND -- Your camera data stays yours. StellarVision does not store or share your camera footage. Subscriptions are billed annually to your Apple ID. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your Apple ID account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: HomeSpot at every 10 days against StellarVision's every 3 months. StellarVision's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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 and StellarVision sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
HomeSpot ships an update every 10 days, StellarVision every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HomeSpot | StellarVision |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 76 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Cubeon Solutions UG | Pete Cruz |
In-app purchases
HomeSpot
- Buy me a coffee$2.99
- Pro$7.99
StellarVision
- Starter Yearly$9.991 Year
- StellarVision Core$39.991 Year









