# Ness iComms

> Mobile control for Ness D8 and D16 alarm panels. (iPhone/iPad app by eKeypad Mobile Solutions LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ness-icomms/id514504746 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [eKeypad Mobile Solutions LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/293689035)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: $14.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 55 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-04-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ness-icomms/id514504746/reviews.md

## What is Ness iComms?

Mobile control of all generations of the Ness D8 and D16 control Panels. Easily view the status and control your Ness control panel from viewing the status of zones, excluding/including zones, control relay outputs and Arm / Disarm the alarm panel. 

Control your alarm from anywhere in the world where you have either a Wi-Fi or cellular data connection.

Important Note: The optional Ness IP232 module is required to add the necessary ethernet interface to the panel. This module can be installed by your local alarm installer.

* Support all Ness D8 and D16 alarm panel revisions. 
* AUX outputs 1-4 require panel firmware v7.8 or higher.
* AUX Outputs 5-8 require panel firmware v8.0 or higher.
 
Features include;
* Arm and Disarm Status
* Support for controlling both areas of the panel
* Support for Monitor Mode
* Real time status of Zones
* Ability to include and exclude Zones
* Status and control of outputs
* 24 Hour Panic, Police and Fire control

## Key features

- Arm and disarm alarm status
- Control dual panel areas
- Monitor mode support
- Real-time zone status
- Include/exclude zones
- Control outputs
- 24-hour panic, police, fire control

## Recent user reviews (10 of 55)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ness-icomms/id514504746/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Home use

*2025-04-24, version 2.2.10*

Work fine,
Only feedback would be if there was option to show that the alarm is armed or disarmed.

### 1/5 — Notifications

*2024-12-26, version 2.2.10*

Will this app ever be able to send notifications and allow to add more than one system?

### 1/5 — Absolute Garbage!!!

*2024-11-08, version 2.2.10*

How can you possibly charge $22 for this app knowing it doesn’t even work! Only updates sensor status once you do a hard reset of the app. Can’t arm or disarm the system which was the whole reason I bought it! This should be removed from the App Store!

### 1/5 — The App doesn’t work

*2024-06-22, version 2.2.8*

The App stopped working in the last week or so.

### 1/5 — No Notifications - fail

*2023-01-05, version 2.2.8*

Alarm apps need 3 basic functions at a bare minimum. 1) Ability to ‘arm’ the alarm, 2) Ability to ‘disarm’ the alarm; and 3) Push Notifications to the App (Ness iComms) whenever the intruder alarm is activated. 

This app does 1 & 2 above but does not provide push notifications - so as an app and as a result the Ness D8/16XD alarm fails miserably to meet the most basic requirements of a 21st century security alarm.

### 4/5 — Push Notifications Please

*2022-04-18, version 2.2.6*

I’ve been running this app for at least 5-6 years now and it has come a long way from what it was. My biggest annoyance has been fixed which was the app not updating so disabling the alarm you had to shut the app and reopen to get the updated status, so thanks for fixing that. Other reviews mention static IP addresses but you can use DNS address.  

One request, developers please please please implement push notifications it would make the app so much better and the whole system much more functional.

### 2/5 — Very Basic - Not worth the money

*2022-02-09, version 2.2.6*

No push notification of activity. Need a static address if you want to use it away from your network. Have to reboot to see change of state. Needs a lot of work for a app of this price.

### 3/5 — IPHONE 11 PRO NOT SUPPORTED

*2021-02-25, version 2.2.4*

Works on my iphoneX well, but not on new phones, please fix!!

### 3/5 — multiple alarm panel system intergration.

*2020-12-28, version 2.2.2*

Simple to use, great app.
Lacks the option of having multiple alarm systems. In my case I have 2 systems, 1 for house, 1 for workshop. I wish I could control both of them on the app but unfortunately app only has option for 1 system. 
If this was added to have multiple systems then it would be Awesome!

### 1/5 — Useless

*2020-12-25, version 2.2.0*

Need to select alarm panel type to view zones every time you open app  no notification when alarm trigged need to reload app to update status

## Frequently asked questions about Ness iComms

### What does Ness iComms do?

Ness iComms allows you to remotely control and monitor your Ness D8 and D16 alarm panels from your smartphone or tablet. You can view the status of your alarm zones, arm or disarm the system, and control output relays, all from anywhere with an internet connection.

### What are the key features of Ness iComms?

Key features include real-time zone status, the ability to include or exclude zones, control over outputs, arm/disarm status, support for dual panel areas, monitor mode, and 24-hour panic, police, and fire control. It supports all Ness D8 and D16 panel revisions.

### Is Ness iComms free to use?

Based on the provided information, Ness iComms is a free application. There are no mentions of in-app purchases, subscriptions, or ads, indicating it is provided at no cost to the user.

### What is required to use Ness iComms?

To use Ness iComms, you need a compatible Ness D8 or D16 alarm panel. Additionally, the optional Ness IP232 module is required to provide the necessary Ethernet interface for the panel to connect to your network. This module should be installed by a qualified alarm installer.

### Can I control my alarm from anywhere in the world?

Yes, you can control your alarm from anywhere in the world as long as you have a Wi-Fi or cellular data connection. This allows for convenient remote monitoring and management of your security system.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.4.0 — 2025-09-09

- Bug fixes and updates

### 2.2.10 — 2024-09-12

Modernization and Enhancements

### 2.2.8 — 2023-01-03

iOS 16 Maintenance Refresh

### 2.2.6 — 2021-12-11

- Bugfix for text not appearing in dark mode

### 2.2.4 — 2021-02-04

- Bug fix for issue with excluding and including zones
- Enhancement to allow unused zones and outputs to be hidden
- Added help screen to explain configuration settings

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