# zComms

> Control Z-Wave devices and security panels remotely via mobile. (iPhone/iPad app by Ness Corporation Pty Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zcomms/id1451025309 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ness Corporation Pty Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/423320418)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 178 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, European Portuguese and 6 more
- Released: 2019-05-31
- Data updated: 2026-08-08
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zcomms/id1451025309/reviews.md

## What is zComms?

Ness zComms turns your Ness D8 / D16 Security Panels into a smart home with Z-Wave Control.
This app talks though the Ness Z-Wave Gateway to give your D8 / D16 alarm panel Z-Wave control with your mobile device. zComms has a simple and powerful rule engine to control your Z-Wave devices and receive push notifications over the internet.

* Requires D8 / D16 version firmware 7.8 or above for D8/D16 integration.
* Requires Ness IP232 Module (101-244) configured to your D8 / D16 for panel to work with app. Not included or supplied with Ness Z-Wave Gateway or App.

## Key features

- Z-Wave device control
- Smart home integration
- Push notifications
- Rule engine for automation
- Remote access via mobile

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zcomms/id1451025309/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Deteriorating rapidly!

*2021-07-22, version 1.0.7*

Worked beautifully for about three months. Now became useless as cannot access the system via internet unless in wifi cover!  No fix in sight.  Spent thousands installing home security system based on this app!  Come on Ness. Charge us a fee but fix this!

### 3/5 — iPHxs/Telstra sim issue

*2021-07-07, version 1.0.7*

Combination of iPHxs & Telstra sim prevents the apps access to the internet on cellular services. 
Other combinations worked, 
e.g. iPH6+ same Telstra sim, &,
        iPHxs + Vodafone sim. 
Apple support advised it is a Telstra issue. Telstra fitted a new sim with no change. 
I await further follow-up from Telstra, and kindly request NESS raise this with the app designer. 
In summary:
Works as advertised on Wi-Fi. 
Cellular connection functionality: 
- Notifications deliver. 
- The app cannot: 
     1. access Internet,
     2. function,
     3. turn alarm on/off.  
   # defeating the purpose of the install. 
After considerable effort on my part I am hoping this issue can be identified/rectified ASAP, as I like the concept.

### 5/5 — App feedback

*2021-01-17, version 1.0.7*

This app is great and has been working without any issues for the past two years. Only problem with it is the lack of apple integration and Apple Watch app. It would be great to open my garage and disable the alarm through my Apple Watch rather than having to do it through my phone. I can see that it works with Amazon Alexa and Google, can you please make it compatible with Apple Home. 

Thanks and keep out the great work.

## Frequently asked questions about zComms

### What is zComms?

zComms is a utility app that integrates Ness D8/D16 security panels with Z-Wave devices, allowing for smart home control and remote monitoring via a mobile device.

### What hardware is required for zComms?

You need a Ness D8/D16 security panel with firmware 7.8 or above, and a Ness IP232 Module (101-244) configured for panel integration, along with the Ness Z-Wave Gateway.

### Does zComms support offline use?

The app requires an internet connection to communicate with the Ness Z-Wave Gateway and send push notifications, so offline use for remote control is not supported.

### How often is zComms updated?

The app was last updated on January 18, 2022, with version 1.0.8. Users can expect updates to maintain compatibility and potentially add new features.

### What devices is zComms compatible with?

zComms is available for iPhone and iPod devices, as indicated by its platform support.

### Is zComms suitable for children?

zComms has an age rating of 4+, making it generally suitable for users of all ages, though its functionality is geared towards adults managing home security and automation.

### Does zComms have ads?

No, zComms does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted user experience.

### What are the benefits of using zComms?

zComms allows you to transform your existing security panel into a smart home hub, enabling control over Z-Wave devices and providing real-time push notifications for enhanced home management.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.9 — 2026-08-06

Fixed bugs.

### 1.0.8 — 2022-01-18

1. Fixed a dropbox login failed problem
2. Fixed a calendar GUI bug.
3. Fixed a SD/NAS fast forward bug that failed to show the file finished message in last file. 
4. Improved stability for SD/NAS playback.
5. Fixed some bugs for latest iOS version

### 1.0.7 — 2020-01-14

- Fixed bugs

### 1.0.6 — 2019-12-12

- Fixed bugs

### 1.0.5 — 2019-11-15

1. Fixed some GUI bugs on iOS13
2. Fixed a Wi-Fi setup problem on iOS13.
3.  Fixed  a playback problem on iOS 13.

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