Comparison

ViCare vs Liebherr SmartDevice

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

Head to head
About

ViCare

Remotely manage your home heating system with an intuitive interface. Monitor system status, adjust temperatures, and set schedules to save energy and ensure comfort. Offers convenient shortcuts for common actions like hot water requests or vacation mode.

Highlights
  • Remote heating system control
  • Temperature adjustment
  • Daily scheduling for energy saving
  • System status monitoring
  • Hot water and away shortcuts
  • Holiday program settings
Features
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ViCare - the best way to connect to your Viessmann heating system. New possibilities to control your heating system via the internet offers the ViCare app. With the simple graphical user interface of ViCare, the operation of the heating system is very intuitive. Feel secure Warmth and reassurance in one ● In one view, get an instant check if everything is in order Save costs Set your preferred room temperature and save money when you’re away from home ● Simple, convenient operation of your heating system ● Store daily schedules and automatically save energy costs ● Set basic functions at the touch of a button on your smartphone Core functions (depending on heating system): ● Displaying the status of your heating ● Capability to set up the most important functions of your heating system ● Store your daily routine to automatically save energy costs ● View outside temperature history ● Shortcuts e.g.: I want hot water or I’m away ● Holiday program Please note: We publish the functions gradually! You can expect several small updates in the next weeks and months. There will be always something new to discover. Comments or feedback? Share your thoughts with us and other users in our Viessmann Community! https://www.viessmann-community.com/ ____________ Important: The ViCare app can be used in conjunction with an internet-compatible Viessmann heating system or in conjunction with the Viessmann Vitoconnect WLAN module or a Viessmann heating system with an integrated Internet interface. Functions available in ViCare are depending on functions available on boiler itself. ____________ Terms of use: https://climate-solutions.com/vicare/terms-of-use/US/en.html

About

Liebherr SmartDevice

This app connects to your Liebherr refrigerator or freezer, allowing you to monitor its status and control functions remotely. It provides alerts for open doors, helps manage drinks with BottleTimer, and offers a NightMode for dimmed interior lighting. Access appliance information, accessories, and exclusive promotions.

Highlights
  • Remote appliance control
  • Door open alerts
  • BottleTimer for drinks
  • NightMode for dimmed lighting
  • Accessory information
  • Integration with Alexa and Google Assistant
Features
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SMARTDEVICE APP: THE COMPANION FOR YOUR LIEBHERR. With the SmartDevice app from Liebherr, you always have a reliable partner for your refrigerator or freezer at your side. Register your appliance, get information, e.g. about accessories or control your connected appliance from anywhere. Everything in a single app. FOR MORE COMFORT IN YOUR EVERYDAY LIFE Via the SmartDevice app you are always connected to your Liebherr. View the current status of your appliance and control practical functions on the go to make your everyday life easier. The door alarm reminds you when the fridge door is still open and, thanks to the integrated BottleTimer, also about the drinks in the freezer compartment. This makes burst bottles a thing of the past. Or activate NightMode before going to bed, if you're drawn to the fridge every now and then at night as well. The interior of your refrigerator is illuminated only with dimmed light. That way, you won't wake up from half-sleep and can get back to bed quickly after your midnight snack. THE MOST IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS AT A GLANCE: + Controlling your connected refrigerator or freezer. + Getting alarms e.g. when the door is open + Linking with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant + Additional Information e.g. about accessories or storage locations + Tips and Tricks + Exclusive promotions The available functionality depends on your appliance type and country. Want to find out more? Discover further functions directly in the Liebherr SmartDevice app.

Screenshots

ViCare4 screens
Liebherr SmartDevice4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ViCare at 4.5 against Liebherr SmartDevice's 1.8. ViCare also leads on review sentiment (41% vs 21%) and ratings volume (1.3K vs 44). Liebherr SmartDevice's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, update cadence, 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. ViCare sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Liebherr SmartDevice asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ViCare holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ViCare has 1.3K ratings behind it against 44, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 41% of ViCare's written reviews are positive against 21% of Liebherr SmartDevice's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ViCare ships an update every 9 days, Liebherr SmartDevice fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 11, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
ViCare versus Liebherr SmartDevice: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterViCareLiebherr SmartDevice
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (1.3K ratings) — better1.8 (44 ratings)
Positive reviews40.6% of reviews — better20.8% of reviews
Number of ratings1.3K — better44
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size727 MB88 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperViessmann IT Service GmbHLiebherr Hausgeräte GmbH

Customer experience

ViCare

All ratings1,320 ratings
Positive88.7%
Neutral4.0%
Negative7.3%
Written reviews761 reviews
Positive40.6%
Neutral12.0%
Negative47.4%

Liebherr SmartDevice

All ratings44 ratings
Positive18.2%
Neutral4.5%
Negative77.3%
Written reviews202 reviews
Positive20.8%
Neutral8.4%
Negative70.8%

Bugs and requests

ViCare

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App fails to load or gets stuck on loading screen
  • Settings changes not syncing properly with boiler
  • Incorrect time zone and DST adjustments
  • Frequent loss of connectivity to boiler

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add a simple 'boost' or 'quick on' heating mode
  • Provide more granular control over heating and hot water schedules
  • Enable integration with smart home platforms like Alexa or HomeKit
  • Improve data visualization and historical energy usage tracking

Liebherr SmartDevice

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

ViCare

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly1 Month trial$3.991 Month
  • Yearly1 Month trial$33.991 Year
None

Liebherr SmartDevice

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ViCare free?
ViCare is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Liebherr SmartDevice free?
Liebherr SmartDevice is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, ViCare or Liebherr SmartDevice?
ViCare is rated higher. ViCare averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while Liebherr SmartDevice averages 1.8 from 44 ratings.
Do ViCare or Liebherr SmartDevice have ads?
Neither ViCare nor Liebherr SmartDevice shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ViCare or Liebherr SmartDevice?
ViCare ships an update every 9 days, and Liebherr SmartDevice fortnightly. Most recently, ViCare was updated on November 11, 2026 and Liebherr SmartDevice on November 11, 2026.

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