Smart AC Remote vs Web Modifier
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Smart AC Remote
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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 β 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 β Control instantly if your AC is in Apple Home. No extra hardware needed. 2. IR Adapter Dongle ($3-$8) β 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) β Place a BroadLink RM4 Mini or Tuya hub near your AC. Control from anywhere, even remotely. 4. Smart AC with WiFi β 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 β 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
Web Modifier
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Web Modifier is a lightweight browser that lets you preview and customize visible webpage text locally on your device. Open a webpage, enter Edit Mode, select visible text, and preview your changes instantly. Saved modifications can be automatically reapplied on future visits. Changes affect only the webpage displayed inside the appβthey do not alter the original website or any data stored on its servers. KEY FEATURES β’ Browse and search with back, forward, reload, and full-screen controls β’ Edit visible webpage text locally (Pro) β’ Save, enable, disable, and manage webpage modifications (Pro) β’ Automatically apply saved changes on future visits (Pro) β’ Choose a custom webpage location when testing location-aware pages (Pro) β’ Capture and share webpage screenshots β’ Share webpage links β’ Request desktop versions of websites PRO ACCESS Pro unlocks: β’ Local webpage text editing β’ Saving, managing, and automatically applying webpage modifications β’ Custom webpage location for testing location-aware pages A free trial provides temporary access to Pro features. After the trial, Pro can be unlocked with a one-time, non-consumable in-app purchase. This is not a subscription. Previous purchases can be restored through the App Store. ACCEPTABLE USE Web Modifier is intended for lawful preview and testing. Use it only with webpages and content you own or are authorized to test. Do not use it to bypass security controls, gain unauthorized access, commit fraud, or violate applicable laws or third-party rights.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Web Modifier at daily against Smart AC Remote's every 6 days. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Smart AC Remote sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Web Modifier sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Smart AC Remote ships an update every 6 days, Web Modifier daily. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Smart AC Remote | Web Modifier |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days | Daily β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch β better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.6 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 28 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | MOBILE ALCHEMY LTD | ε₯ε₯ ι |
In-app purchases
Smart AC Remote
- Weekly$1.997 Days
- Monthly$3.991 Month
- Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Lifetime Premium$29.99
Web Modifier
- Web Modifier Pro$9.99
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