Lutron App vs Ring
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.
Ring
Monitor your home remotely with video doorbells, security cameras, and alarm systems. Receive instant alerts for visitors and motion, view live HD video, and communicate with guests. Smart lights and alarm systems offer further control and safety features.
- Real-time doorbell and motion alerts
- Live HD video streaming
- Two-Way Talk with visitors
- Smart lighting control and scheduling
- Alarm system monitoring
- Optional professional monitoring
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Know what’s happening at home from wherever you are with Ring Video Doorbells, Security Cameras and Alarm systems, and Smart Lights. Ring Doorbells and Cameras can send you instant alerts when someone’s at your door or motion is detected. Keep an eye on what matters with live HD video and greet visitors with Two-Way Talk. With a Ring Protect subscription (or free trial), you can review, save, and share Ring videos. Ring Smart Lights let you control and schedule lighting easily. Some models can even notify you about motion nearby, and trigger other compatible Ring devices to record. Ring Alarm systems let you monitor entrances and indoor spaces, and detect certain safety hazards. Enroll in Ring Alarm Professional Monitoring* (compatible Ring Protect subscription required) to request dispatch of emergency responders when your Ring Alarm is triggered. Whether you’re halfway around the world or just out shopping , with Ring, you’re always home. *Compatible Ring subscription is required to enroll in Professional Monitoring. Service available in all 50 U.S. states (territories not included) and in Canada (excluding Quebec). Ring does not own its monitoring center. Smoke and carbon monoxide monitoring is not available for business or commercially zoned addresses. See Ring Alarm licenses at: ring.com/licenses. Additional fees may be required for permits, false alarms, or Alarm Verified Guard Response, depending on your local jurisdiction. What you can do with the Ring app: - Get real-time doorbell and motion alerts on your smartphone or tablet - See and speak with visitors with HD Video and Two-Way Talk - Get real-time alerts when your Alarm sensors are triggered
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ratings volume: Ring at 1.9M against Lutron App's 6.8K. Ring also leads on chart position (#5 vs unranked). Lutron App's advantage is review sentiment (46% vs 31%) and monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Lutron App against 4.7 for Ring. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ring has 1.9M ratings behind it against 6.8K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 46% of Lutron App's written reviews are positive against 31% of Ring's.
Lutron App ships an update every 8 days, Ring every 9 days. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.
| Parameter | Lutron App | Ring |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (6.8K ratings) — better | 4.7 (1.9M ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 45.5% of reviews — better | 30.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 6.8K | 1.9M — better |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days — better | Every 9 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | #5 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 669 MB | 537 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Lutron Electronics co., Inc. | Ring.com |
Customer experience
Lutron App
Ring
User reviews
Lutron App
From 6.8K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Reliable and flawless performance
- 🔒 Secure and trustworthy system
- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 👍 Convenient remote and voice control
- 👍 Seamless integration with smart home platforms
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezes
- 🔍 Outdated and unintuitive app interface
- ⏱️ Slow app loading and device syncing
- 🚫 Lack of widget support and iOS integration
- 🔌 Compatibility issues with certain devices and bulbs
Ring
From 1.9M App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Excellent video quality
- 🔒 Helpful security features
- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 🔋 Good battery life
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent connectivity issues
- 🕰️ Slow live view response times
- 💰 Expensive subscription fees
- 📽️ Poor video quality at night
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
Ring
Reported bugs
4 issues- Inconsistent motion detection
- Recorded videos randomly disappearing
- Chime not working as expected
- Unreliable app performance after updates
Requested features
4 requests- Customizable motion zones
- Ability to schedule modes
- Apple HomeKit integration
- More flexible notification settings
In-app purchases
Lutron App
No in-app purchases
Ring
No in-app purchases
