# Howz > Smart home system for elder independence monitoring via routine analysis. (iPhone/iPad app by INTELESANT LTD.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/howz/id1103148692 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [INTELESANT LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/887893562) - Category: Health & Fitness, Lifestyle - Price: Free - Rating: 3.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 15 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 14.0 · 29 MB - Languages: American English, Finnish, European Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan) - Released: 2016-05-22 - Data updated: 2026-08-23 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/howz/id1103148692/reviews.md ## What is Howz? Howz helps you know that an older person is safe, warm and well. Use your UK smart meter or the Howz Smart Home kit to see when they’re active at home, and get alerts if something seems unusual. See activity at a glance • Home – A simple dial shows activity through the day with night and day segments, plus a “time now” line. • Timeline – A chronological list of activity by sensor, location and time. View up to 8 days and export or share as CSV. • Activity chart – Open a full-screen chart (including in landscape) to see patterns over time, with a date picker and clear night/day bands. Alerts that matter • Routine alerts – First activity, late start, up in the night, low day or night activity, daytime check, unexpected activity. • Day, night and 24-hour alerts – Alerts for low temperature, door opened, door left open, and more. • Email and SMS – Get notified where you prefer; add your mobile number for SMS and “Last activity” by text. Share with people you trust • VIPs – Invite family or carers by email so they can see activity (with your permission). • Private mode – When it’s on, VIPs don’t see activity, so you stay in control. Devices and settings • Devices – See all sensors and devices; flip cards for battery, signal and serial number; view recent events grouped by date. • Settings – Manage your Howz site, nickname, location and time zone; set night/day times; configure alerts and VIPs; change password and account details. • Multiple sites – Add more than one site (e.g. different homes) and switch between them. Designed to be clear and easy to use • Works on iPhone and iPad, with layouts tuned for iPad. • Portrait by default; landscape for activity charts when you want a bigger view. • Local weather on Home (using your site location). • Support for iOS 14 and later. Howz is for anyone who wants peace of mind about an older person at home—whether you’re the person being supported, a family member or a carer. Admins set up and manage the site; VIPs are invited to view activity. For more information and the Howz Smart Home kit, visit howz.com. ## Key features - Learns daily routines - Detects anomalies and changes - Activity level tracking - Customizable alerts - Smart meter integration - Smart Home Kit compatibility ## Recent user reviews (10 of 15) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/howz/id1103148692/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Excellent product *2024-05-14, version 6.15* We purchased this system for our mum who lives alone as a way of checking she was okay. It is excellent, we know if she’s made a drink or moved around her home and if the door has been opened. It is such a good system and given the family peace of mind as we all can monitor remotely. The customer service is also excellent, the staff are so patient and helpful and genuinely care about their customers. Highly recommended! ### 5/5 — Howz smart plug *2024-01-10, version 6.15* Brilliant app with straightforward kit to be able to check on anyone who might be vulnerable in their home. Howz staff easy to talk to and get any additional support. ### 5/5 — Review of Howz Monitoring For Elderly System *2023-05-24, version 6.13* I have found the Howz electronic system to be invaluable in helping to keep my elderly mother safe and myself reassured. Without the intrusion of cameras I can have an insight into her daily activities eg knowing when she goes to bed, gets up in the morning and makes herself a cup of tea. It even helps to prevent me from disturbing her sleep by phoning her, as it tells me when she is already up and about. ### 2/5 — Unreliable *2023-04-29, version 6.12* The hub is forever going down without this there is no information from the sensors. Very unreliable!! ### 5/5 — Genuine peace of mind✅ *2022-10-17, version 6.11* Been using this for two years. Everything they say about this on their site is true. BUT what it can’t get across is just how brilliantly solid the system is. Also the developer response is outstanding and it’s under active development. Check out the frequency of maintenance. This alone is a brilliant sign. Highly recommend. ### 3/5 — Keeps logging out *2022-09-23, version 6.11* This is a brilliant app for monitoring my Mum. However, at regular intervals (at least once a week) it logs out, and I have to re-enter username and password. Very annoying, and I can’t see any reason why it would be necessary. It doesn’t even remember the username. ### 5/5 — Great reassurance *2021-07-11, version 6.9.5* I’ve installed a Howz hub and sensors in my father’s home. What a great piece of kit. The family now receive notifications when he’s up, come downstairs and has put the kettle on. This gives us the assurance that he’s up and ok, rather than waiting for him to phone one of us, and sometimes forgetting to do so. The app is really easy to use and provides a range of useful information. Unreservedly recommended. ### 5/5 — Fantastic resource *2021-03-25, version 6.9.5* Howz has been such a comfort for me whilst Dad has been locked down on his own during this weird year. Without intrusion I can ‘clock’ his movements throughout his home and get essential warnings if there is low activity. An amazing resource, maintaining a loved one’s independence and getting early warnings when needed. The team at Howz are lovely people who really care. Very good system. Very easy to install for even the least techy of people. Fantastic value. Thank you Team Howz 👍🏼 ### 5/5 — Howz has kept my Mum safe! *2021-02-15, version 6.9.2* This has been a great app to help protect and keep my mother safe. We installed Howz about two years ago when we became increasingly concerned about her worsening dementia. The app has been able to alert us when she opened her front door, and also to monitor how disturbed, or otherwise, she has been through the night. In combination with video recording Howz provides activity times to check via video what happened. Howz has allowed us an extra year of keeping Mum on her own home. It's been a great help to support a great quality of life for her. ### 5/5 — Really easy to use *2021-02-07, version 6.9.2* Excellent app, loads of info, easy to use. ## Frequently asked questions about Howz ### How does Howz monitor routines? Howz learns a person's daily routine by analyzing data from smart meters or the Howz Smart Home Kit. It identifies patterns and detects deviations that could indicate changes in health or well-being. ### What kind of alerts can I receive with Howz? You can receive notifications for low activity, late starts to the day, being up during the night, or unexpected activity when away from home. The Smart Home Kit also provides alerts for door activity and temperature levels. ### How long does it take for Howz to learn a routine? Howz typically learns your routine within 7 days. After this learning period, alert settings will be applied, and you will be notified of any significant changes. ### What devices does Howz support? Howz is available for iPhone and iPad, making it accessible on common iOS devices. ### Is my data safe with Howz? Yes, all information is stored in secure data centers within the UK, EEA, or US area under security shields in line with GDPR. Your information is not shared without your explicit permission. ### How do I get started with Howz? If using a smart meter, download the app and follow the on-screen process. For the Home Care Kit, purchase it from www.howz.com, then use the app to register your kit, set up your subscription, and begin viewing your timeline. ### Does Howz have ads? No, Howz does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, focusing on providing essential monitoring services. ### What is the user rating for Howz? Howz has a rating of 3.0 stars based on 1 review. This indicates a mixed user reception, with potential areas for improvement. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 7.16.8 — 2026-08-14 Bug fixes ### 7.16.7 — 2026-07-29 Security fixes ### 7.16.6 — 2026-06-29 Fixed bug on timeline in which events were correctly timestamped but not always displaying the right order Add a date header to timeline to make it easier to read ### 7.16.3 — 2026-06-16 Various bug fixes and improvements ### 7.11.0 — 2026-04-07 New full-screen activity chart with landscape support, “time now” line, night/dawn/day segments, and CSV export. Home dial shows night/dawn/day ring and quick access to chart and calendar. Timeline shows up to 8 days and groups events by sensor and date. iPad layout and dial improved for Timeline, Settings, and Devices. Settings: clearer icons, Site number row, and MapKit instead of Google Maps. Device cards: flip hint, improved serial number and Events layout; Events grouped by date. 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