Comparison

Smart AC Remote vs AC Remote Controller

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

Head to head
About

Smart AC Remote

Features
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AC Remote is a smart air conditioner remote control app that turns your iPhone into a universal AC remote. It helps homeowners, renters, and travelers control any air conditioner from any brand using infrared accessories, WiFi, or Apple HomeKit. With 500+ supported AC brands, AC Remote replaces lost, broken, or incompatible remotes instantly. HOW IT WORKS AC Remote sends infrared (IR) signals to your air conditioner โ€” the same technology your original remote uses. Pick your AC brand, connect a device, and start controlling in seconds. If your AC is already in Apple Home, connect through HomeKit with zero setup. FOUR WAYS TO CONNECT 1. Apple HomeKit & Matter โ€” Control instantly if your AC is in Apple Home. No extra hardware needed. 2. IR Adapter Dongle ($3-$8) โ€” Plug a USB-C or Lightning IR adapter into your iPhone. Point and tap, just like a real remote. 3. WiFi IR Hub ($15-$30) โ€” Place a BroadLink RM4 Mini or Tuya hub near your AC. Control from anywhere, even remotely. 4. Smart AC with WiFi โ€” Daikin, Gree, or Midea with built-in WiFi connect directly over your local network. WHAT YOU CAN DO - Turn your AC on before you get home using a WiFi hub - Set a sleep timer so the AC turns off after you fall asleep - Switch between cool, heat, dry, and fan modes without finding the remote - Adjust temperature and fan speed from your couch or your office - Control ACs in multiple rooms from one app - Use Turbo mode for rapid cooling on hot days FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q: Can I control my AC with my phone if I lost the remote? A: Yes. Plug in a $3 IR adapter or use a WiFi hub, select your brand from 500+ supported, and your iPhone becomes the remote. Q: What brands does AC Remote support? A: Over 500 including Daikin, Gree, Midea, Haier, LG, Samsung, Panasonic, Hitachi, Toshiba, Mitsubishi, Fujitsu, Sharp, Carrier, Frigidaire, TCL, Hisense, and hundreds more. Q: Do I need special hardware? A: It depends. HomeKit ACs need nothing extra. For standard ACs, a $3 IR adapter plugs into your iPhone. For anywhere control, a $15 WiFi IR hub works over your home network. Q: Does it work without WiFi? A: Yes. An IR adapter works without WiFi โ€” point your iPhone at the AC like a regular remote. SUPPORTED DEVICES Apple HomeKit & Matter thermostats, USB-C IR Adapter (iPhone 15-17+), Lightning IR Adapter (iPhone 14 and older), BroadLink RM4 Mini, Tuya/Smart Life Hub, SwitchBot Hub Mini, Sensibo Sky/Air, Tasmota/ESP8266 DIY IR Blaster, Daikin/Gree/Midea WiFi AC (direct connection). Core remote control features are free. Pro unlocks advanced features, additional device support, and removes all limits. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation. Subscriptions auto-renew unless turned off 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage in Settings > Apple ID. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy: https://acremote.app/privacy Support: support@acremote.app

About

AC Remote Controller

Features
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Turn your iPhone into the remote for every air conditioner in your home. Set the temperature on a dial, switch between cool, heat, dry, fan and auto, adjust fan speed and airflow, start a timer. Scan your Wi-Fi and the app finds compatible smart air conditioners, bridges and hubs by itself. A unit with no network module is added by brand and managed in the app. You also get what most remotes forget. Local weather picks an efficient target. Schedules cool the bedroom before bed and switch everything off when you leave. Filter reminders follow real running hours. Energy estimates show what cooling costs you. 250+ brands. 41 languages. Nothing leaves your device. Climax Pro is an auto renewing subscription unlocking unlimited units, schedules, energy insights and maintenance. Privacy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-Tle81NppJXpbBybKHYb9bmo4kFkAUBuL1_1g2miwHQ/edit?usp=sharing Terms: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mBmPsxjzMxhjDIPR7qFkq57RtmwKVmAfNEbeEW7bv5I/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

Smart AC Remote4 screens
AC Remote Controller4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Smart AC Remote at 4 against AC Remote Controller's 1. Smart AC Remote also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Smart AC Remote sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and AC Remote Controller sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
Smart AC Remote versus AC Remote Controller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart AC RemoteAC Remote Controller
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysโ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch โ€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.0 โ€” better18.6
Further details โ€” not scored
Size27 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMOBILE ALCHEMY LTDSahan Kara

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Smart AC Remote

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$29.99
2 purchases

AC Remote Controller

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Pro$6.997 Days
  • Yearly Pro$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Smart AC Remote free?
Smart AC Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AC Remote Controller free?
AC Remote Controller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Smart AC Remote or AC Remote Controller have ads?
Neither Smart AC Remote nor AC Remote Controller shows ads.

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