# iHere 3 vs AiDot

The clearest difference is rating: AiDot at 4.7 against iHere 3's 2.3. AiDot also leads on ratings volume (8.1K vs 34) and review sentiment (44% vs 30%). iHere 3's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 20) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AiDot sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. iHere 3 asks for nothing beyond the download.

AiDot holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AiDot has 8.1K ratings behind it against 34, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 30% of iHere 3's written reviews are positive against 44% of AiDot's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 2, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | iHere 3 | AiDot |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (34 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ihere-3/id890900046/reviews) | **[4.7 (8.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aidot/id1580685276/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 34 | **8.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 30.4% of reviews | **43.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#113** |
| Size | 96 MB | 268 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [No NDA Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/953814782) | [AiDot Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1580685278) |

## What reviewers say

### iHere 3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ihere-3/id890900046)

This app helps you locate misplaced items like keys and your phone within a 75-foot range. It also functions as a remote camera shutter and voice recorder, allowing you to capture moments from a distance.

**Highlights:** Find keys and other items, Locate your iPhone, Save and find your car's location, Remote camera shutter, Remote voice recorder

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Rechargeable fobs are useful
- 👍 Works well for finding lost keys
- 👍 Loud beep compared to competitors
- 👍 Can find phone with device
- 👍 Can find keys with phone

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Defective products frequently
- 🐛 Hard to configure
- 🐛 WiFi switching issues
- 🐛 Frequent connection drops
- 🐛 Poor customer service

**Reported bugs**

- Device not charging
- Flashing green and red light
- Device not holding a charge
- Device not working unless plugged in
- Device not working after charging

**Requested features**

- Fix bugs with charging and battery life
- Improve customer service response time
- Allow use without mic and camera access
- Allow location access only while using the app
- Make button less prone to accidental triggers (e.g., 3 consecutive clicks)


### AiDot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aidot/id1580685276)

**Currently charting:** #113 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Effortlessly connect and control your smart home devices with an intuitive interface. Automate routines, create custom scenes, and enhance your living space with smart lighting. Monitor your home's environment for safety and efficiency.

**Highlights:** One-touch device connection, One-tap automation setup, Smart lighting control, Customizable home screen, Environmental monitoring (motion, air quality), Device grouping

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AI Protection (1 Camera) | $1.99 | per month |
| AI Protection (1 Camera) | $2.99 | per month |
| AI Protection (1 Camera) | $2.99 | per month |
| AI Protection (2 Cameras) | $3.99 | per month |
| AI Protection (3 Cameras) | $5.99 | per month |
| AI Protection (2 Cameras) | $5.99 | per month |
| AI Protection(Unlimited Cam) | $6.99 | per month |
| AI Protection(Unlimited Cam) | $8.99 | per month |
| AI Protection Annual 1 Camera | $19.99 | per year |
| AI Protection Annual Unlimited | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 🚀 Quick setup
- 🔍 Comprehensive features
- 💡 Customizable lighting presets

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent connectivity issues
- 🐛 Buggy app updates
- 🔒 Privacy concerns
- 🐛 Unreliable device detection
- 🐛 Inconsistent app behavior

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Unresponsive device controls
- Incorrect device status reporting
- Syncing issues after power outages
- Inability to reset forgotten passwords

**Requested features**

- Siri/HomeKit integration
- Landscape mode support
- Favorites/presets management
- Improved automation and scheduling options
- Enhanced multi-device control


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iHere 3 free?

iHere 3 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is AiDot free?

AiDot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iHere 3 or AiDot?

AiDot is rated higher. iHere 3 averages 2.3 out of 5 from 34 ratings, while AiDot averages 4.7 from 8.1K ratings.

### Do iHere 3 or AiDot have ads?

Neither iHere 3 nor AiDot shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iHere 3 or AiDot?

iHere 3 ships an update fortnightly, and AiDot fortnightly. Most recently, iHere 3 was updated on October 2, 2026 and AiDot on October 2, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*