Comparison

Bayit Switch vs RSS Reader

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

Head to head
About

Bayit Switch

Control your home appliances remotely via Wi-Fi. Turn devices on or off from anywhere, set schedules for automated operation, and save energy. Simple DIY setup gets you connected in minutes.

Highlights
  • Remote On/Off control
  • Set custom schedules
  • Energy saving automation
  • Easy DIY setup
  • Control various appliances
Features
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Bayit Switch Wi-Fi enabled socket connects your appliances and electronics to your Wi-Fi network, allowing remote On and Off control to your appliances/devices from anywhere in the world. Turn on your AC when your on the way home or set your lamp on a schedule to make it look like someone is home when your not, all from the comfort of your mobile device. With so many ways to use it, Bayit Switch will find a task in any home. SET SCHEDULES Set your appliances to turn On/Off automatically when you want them to. Cut your energy bill by setting your devices to turn off when your not around. DIY SETUP Intuitive, easy to set up and use. Download the free Bayit Switch app, plug in the socket, and follow the onscreen instructions- complete setup in under 2 minutes. VARIOUS USES Bayit Switch can be used with any appliance that you plug in, Fans, Wall AC units, Space heaters, Lamps, Televisions and more! REQUIREMENTS Bayit Switch Wi-Fi Socket.

About

RSS Reader

Stay updated with your favorite news and blogs directly from your home screen. This app allows you to add RSS feeds and view them through customizable widgets, with options to archive articles and use a dark mode.

Highlights
  • Home screen RSS widgets
  • Add and manage RSS feeds
  • Link previews
  • OPML/CSV import/export
  • Archive favorite articles
  • Dark mode
Features
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Read your RSS feeds directly on your home screen with widgets Features: - Add RSS Feeds in APP - Displays RSS feeds on your home screen - Link Preview rss feeds - Data Import & Export with OPML/CSV format - Archive your favourite articles - Dark mode - Easy to use ----- RSS Reader Pro is available with a monthly or annual subscription. You can subscribe and pay through your Apple account. Your subscription will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Auto-renew may be turned off after purchase. Terms of Use: https://www.zhihuke.com/rssreader/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://www.zhihuke.com/rssreader/privacy.html

Screenshots

Bayit Switch4 screens
RSS Reader3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bayit Switch at none against RSS Reader's 2. Bayit Switch also leads on update cadence (every 14 months vs every 34 months) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. RSS Reader sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. Bayit Switch asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bayit Switch ships an update every 14 months, RSS Reader every 34 months. The most recent releases landed on June 7, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Bayit Switch versus RSS Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBayit SwitchRSS Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.6 (8 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews45.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 14 months — betterEvery 34 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS6.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBayit Home Automation杏娣 吴

In-app purchases

None

Bayit Switch

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

RSS Reader

Subscriptions2
  • RSS Reader Pro$1.491 Month
  • RSS Reader Pro3 Days trial$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Bayit Switch free?
Bayit Switch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RSS Reader free?
RSS Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Bayit Switch or RSS Reader have ads?
Neither Bayit Switch nor RSS Reader shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bayit Switch or RSS Reader?
Bayit Switch ships an update every 14 months, and RSS Reader every 34 months. Most recently, Bayit Switch was updated on June 7, 2026 and RSS Reader on September 21, 2026.

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