Mezzo vs IR Reader Config
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Mezzo
This app offers a next-generation integrated system for home automation and security. It combines advanced wireless and IP technologies for a seamless experience.
- Integrated system
- Home automation
- Security solution
- Wireless technologies
- IP technologies
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The result of 40 years of engineering excellence, award winning design and industry leading thinking, Ness Corporation is proud to present the next generation integrated system combining the best Ness technologies into one affordable unit โ the MEZZO Integrated Control app. MEZZO integrates cutting-edge wireless and IP technologies to provide a seamless home automation and security solutions for your Ness Mezzo or Ness Bridge hardware. Ness Mezzo App โ Free & Subscription Options Ness Mezzo app is compatible with Ness Mezzo hardware as well as both Ness-Bridge Gen1 and now Ness-Bridge Gen2. Ness-Bridge Gen1 โ When used with Ness-Bridge Gen1, the Ness Mezzo app currently retains its existing feature set at no charge, with no subscription required.* Enhanced features or services may require a paid subscription in the future. Ness-Bridge Gen2 โ 3 Months Free Ness Mezzo app is also compatible with the new Ness-Bridge Gen2, offering enhanced capabilities and a flexible subscription model. When using Ness Mezzo app with a Ness-Bridge Gen2, you receive 3 months free access with all features enabled from the date of activation. After the initial 3-month introductory period, Ness Mezzo app continues with a $5 per month subscription.** After the initial 3-month introductory period, you can choose to subscribe to unlock the full range of Ness Mezzo app and Ness-bridge Gen2 features, including Event History, Alarm Push Notifications, Output Control and other exciting new functionalities as they become available. * Existing cloud-enabled features will remain available for as long as Ness Corporation continues to operate and support the associated cloud services. ** Remote Arming and Disarming remains available in the free version.
IR Reader Config
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Configure SIFER Mobile Access Readers with your phone or mobile device. - Apply site encryption keys to readers - Update reader firmware - Configure read range - Configure reader/app interaction modes
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Mezzo at every 3 weeks against IR Reader Config's every 6 weeks. IR Reader Config's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Mezzo ships an update every 3 weeks, IR Reader Config every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Mezzo | IR Reader Config |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | โ |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks โ better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | โ |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 9.0 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 105 MB | 74 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ness Corporation Pty Limited | Inner Range Pty. Ltd. |
In-app purchases
Mezzo
No in-app purchases
IR Reader Config
No in-app purchases









