Lutron App vs SkyBridge by Skytech
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Lutron App
Control smart lights, shades, and other connected devices remotely and securely. Enhance your daily routines by managing your home's atmosphere from anywhere in the world.
- Remote control of smart devices
- Secure access from anywhere
- Control lights
- Control shades
- Integrates with Lutron systems
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Bring out the best in your everyday moments with Lutron. Simply and securely control lights, shades and other smart devices from anywhere in the world with the Lutron app on your iOS device. The Lutron app requires a Lutron system and compatible Lutron smart lighting products. To learn more or hire a professional installer visit www.lutron.com.
SkyBridge by Skytech
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Take control of your home with the SkyBridge App System. By pairing the app with Skytech products you are able to control the on & off functionality of your fireplace, lamps, heaters & more! Room Control: On/Off control of all devices in each room. Easily add, remove or change the devices in your separate rooms to keep up with how you change your space. Device Control: Turn your fireplace, lamp or heater on or off independently from all other devices. Add and remove devices as you see fit. The app will control up to 64 different devices throughout your home. Event Programming: Get the exact programming you want with three different modes of programming. Set single time, set scheduled, or weekly cycles to truly master your home. Product Compatibility: The SkyBridge App must be used with the Skytech 7000 Series Remote Systems. You can learn more about Skytech Products by going to www.skytechpg.com/skybridge
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Lutron App at every 8 days against SkyBridge by Skytech's every 29 months. SkyBridge by Skytech's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.6). 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Lutron App ships an update every 8 days, SkyBridge by Skytech every 29 months. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Lutron App | SkyBridge by Skytech |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (6.8K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 45.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6.8K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days — better | Every 29 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 11.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 669 MB | 384 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lutron Electronics co., Inc. | Skytech II, Inc. |
Bugs and requests
Lutron App
Reported bugs
4 issues- App fails to connect to Lutron system
- Devices disappear from app after iOS updates
- Inconsistent behavior with geofencing and motion sensors
- Scenes and automations not working as expected
Requested features
6 requests- Add dark mode option
- Improve app responsiveness and load times
- Restore widget functionality for quick access
- Expand customization options for rooms and schedules
- Integrate more smart home platforms and voice assistants
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- Provide better energy monitoring and usage tracking
SkyBridge by Skytech
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Lutron App
No in-app purchases
SkyBridge by Skytech
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Lutron App free?
Is SkyBridge by Skytech free?
Do Lutron App or SkyBridge by Skytech have ads?
Which is updated more often, Lutron App or SkyBridge by Skytech?
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