# Alarmhandler security system — Handles SMS alarm & IP cameras

> Unified SMS alarm, IP camera, and old phone security system. (iPhone/iPad app by Compelling Software.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alarmhandler-security-system/id964809112 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Compelling Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/964809111)
- Category: Utilities, Photo & Video
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.4 · 26 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-09-28
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alarmhandler-security-system/id964809112/reviews.md

## What is Alarmhandler security system?

Alarmhandler is like no other security system you've seen. It integrates SMS based alarm systems, IP cameras, and old phones of any make into a cohesive alarm system controlled by one app.  Signup for a free 30 day camera surveillance trial in the app, no credit card required.  If you just use the app to control your SMS alarm, it's free, forever.

1. Simple and intuitive app to control your alarm
- Easy to operate, tap icons to turn ON/OFF
- Controls all IP cams and phones running our sensor app in the estate, any make/model
- Also able to control SMS based alarms, just tap ON in the app to activate both the SMS alarm and the camera surveillance
-  We only store recordings when alarm is ON
2. Unbeatable price because we eliminated costly elements of traditional alarm services
- No expensive hardware required - reuse old phones or buy your own inexpensive IP cams
- No paid security guards - your family or invited friends can verify an alarm and let the police handle the rest
3. Know if anything happens to your home
- Immediate notification if smoke alarm sirens go off or motion is detected when you are not at home
- Know if your home is safe for your kids to go home to after school
- Don’t worry about leaving the pet at home
4. Helps you determine if an alarm is real or not
- Play recording from smartphone to determine if the alarm is real or not
- Got existing alarm that sends false alarms? Extend it with Alarmhandler to validate the alarms
- No more going home on a false alarm
- Possibility to e-mail recordings to yourself for safe keeping

Here’s just some of the nice things that our users say:
“A solid working solution which is really affordable” — Nis W
“Had a breakin in the neighbourhood. With Alarmhandler we know all is well at home.“ — Bo L
“Moved into a new house and needed an alarm. Alarmhandler does the job well.” — Morten R

Alarmhandler is built by a small team dedicated to bring security that everyone can afford. We publish frequent updates and would love your feedback. Get in touch via our homepage alarmhandler.com, our Facebook page, or tweet us @alarmhandler

## Key features

- Integrates SMS alarms, IP cameras, and old phones
- Real-time notifications for smoke, motion, and more
- Review recordings to verify alarms
- Affordable security, no expensive hardware
- Control alarm systems with simple taps
- Free 30-day camera surveillance trial

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Alarmhandler Premium | $11.49 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alarmhandler-security-system/id964809112/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Maybe exactly what I needed?

*2018-10-18*

Thank you so much for this app! I have been waiting for something like this for many years! Got all 3 cameras set up on the app. Took me a while, not your fault had to reset all my cameras. I’ve had my cameras for about 5 years, used many different set ups to record. This was by far the easiest way I’ve used! I am using d-link 5010L cameras so far they seem to be working exactly as expected. I like that they can be set to record only while you are away or all the time. I think the app will be tracking my location? I also like that you can set up whomever you like to check on the action detected. Neighbor can be alerted if you are not nearby. Very cool! Can’t wait to see how well this app continues to work! Not sure how what the price is to continue the cloud monitoring so I gave you 4 stars. I hope it’s not outrageous... thanks so much!

## Frequently asked questions about Alarmhandler security system

### What is Alarmhandler?

Alarmhandler is a security system app that unifies SMS-based alarms, IP cameras, and old phones into a single, controllable platform. It provides immediate notifications and allows for recording verification to help distinguish real alarms from false ones.

### How much does Alarmhandler cost?

The app is free to use for controlling your SMS alarm system. It also offers a free 30-day trial for camera surveillance. A premium subscription is available for $11.49 per year.

### Does Alarmhandler have ads?

No, Alarmhandler does not contain advertisements. The app is designed to be ad-free, focusing on providing a seamless security experience for users.

### What devices does Alarmhandler support?

Alarmhandler is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is also compatible with Apple Watch, extending its functionality to wearable devices.

### How often is Alarmhandler updated?

Alarmhandler receives frequent updates from its dedicated development team. The latest version, 4.1, was released on October 15, 2023, indicating a commitment to ongoing improvement and reliability.

### Can I use old phones with Alarmhandler?

Yes, Alarmhandler allows you to integrate old phones of any make into your security system by running their sensor app. This helps in creating a cohesive alarm setup without needing new hardware.

### What is the age rating for Alarmhandler?

Alarmhandler has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. This indicates that the content and features are appropriate for children and adults.

### How does Alarmhandler help with false alarms?

Alarmhandler helps validate alarms by allowing you to play recordings from your smartphone or IP cameras. This feature enables you to determine if an alarm is real before taking action, preventing unnecessary trips home.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.1 — 2023-10-15

Minor update with
Stored SMS alarm phone number no longer turning into “undefined”
Improved recordings performance in details page
Added fullscreen video player

### 4.0 — 2022-11-13

New generation of Alarmhandler rebuilt from the ground up. This means you need to create a new account when upgrading to version 4. Unless you’re using any of the other Compelling Software apps, such as our shopping list app Grosh, then you can just login using the account you created for that app.

Changes compared to the previous generation of Alarmhandler:
Updated technology, much faster and more stable
Simper to pay for the Premium subscription via in-app-purchase
Now up to 5 cameras across all your estates (per Premium account)
Modernized UI, simpler to select estate, direct view of recordings on home page
PIN code screen is now optional
Easy to add old phones as cameras using QR code
Substantially simplified app, removed seldomly used functionality such as estate helpers, guides for handling events, geofenced alarm control

### 3.6 — 2020-01-31

You can now also use old phones as sensors in addition to controlling IP cameras and SMS alarms with the one and same app. 
Various minor improvements and bug fixes, e.g. you can now refresh recording straight from the playback screen

### 3.5.1 — 2019-07-10

Small bug fix for geofence auto on/off

### 3.5 — 2019-06-27

Default transfer method of camera recordings is now email
Also added support for HTTP Post directly to our servers from cameras that supports this
Various minor bug fixes

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