Comparison

Safe Home vs PointNinja

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Safe Home

Manage your entire home security system, including cameras, lights, and locks, remotely. Receive instant notifications for alarms or system changes and view live video feeds from your security cameras.

Highlights
  • Remote arm/disarm of security system
  • Real-time alarm notifications
  • Live video streaming from cameras
  • Control Z-Wave home automation devices
  • Remote lock and thermostat control
Features
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Quantum gives you complete control over your security system, cameras, lights, locks, thermostats and other connected devices from anywhere in the world. Key Features: Arm and disarm your home security system from anywhere Receive text and/or email notifications in the event of an alarm, or when the system is disarmed Watch and record live video through your home security cameras Control your home automation-enabled Z-Wave devices PLEASE NOTE: To access this app, you must have an account set up with Safe Home Security.

About

PointNinja

Features
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Welcome to PointNinja - the ultimate parent-operated habit tracker and reward system that makes building great routines fun for the entire family! Say goodbye to nagging and hello to a positive, engaging way to encourage good behavior, daily chores, and healthy habits. PointNinja transforms daily tasks into an exciting game where kids earn points for their achievements and parents get to celebrate their child's growth. ** HOW IT WORKS: * Parents Set the Rules: Create custom habits (like "Brush Teeth", "Do Homework", or "Eat Veggies") and assign a point value to each. You decide what matters most! * Kids Earn Points: As your child completes their daily goals, easily check them off and watch their points grow on the colorful, interactive dashboard. * Unlock Rewards: Set up a custom Reward Shop with prizes your kids actually want! From "Extra screen time" to a "Trip to the park" or a "New toy," kids can spend their hard-earned points on the rewards you choose. ** KEY FEATURES: * Fully Customizable Goals: Tailor routines and rewards to fit your family's unique lifestyle. Use our built-in suggestions or create entirely new ones! * Kid-Friendly Dashboard: A bright, visually rewarding "Display Mode - Kids Splash" lets children see exactly how many points they have and how close they are to affording their next prize. * Fun Character Avatars: Let your kids choose from dozens of emojis and roles (Superheroes, Animals, Princesses, Astronauts!) to represent their profile. * Progress & Streaks: Track how well your kids are doing over time. Watch them build 3-day and 7-day streaks for awesome bonus point multipliers! * Family Account Linking (Premium): Both parents can manage the kids! Sync your data effortlessly in real-time across multiple devices with a secure 6-digit family code. Only one subscription needed per household! * Daily Reminders: Set custom push notifications so you never forget to log the day's tasks before bedtime. * Secure & Parent-Controlled: PointNinja is designed to be managed entirely by the adults. No need to hand over a tablet just to track chores. You hold the phone, you log the points, and you share the fun together! ** BUILD BETTER ROUTINES: Whether you're trying to establish a rock-solid morning routine, encourage acts of kindness, or simply get them to pick up their toys without being asked five times, PointNinja uses positive reinforcement to turn friction into motivation. Every point builds a better day! (Note: PointNinja offers a generous 15-day free trial so you can experience the magic with your family. Afterward, unlock Premium to seamlessly sync data across parent devices and access all advanced tracking features!) Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Safe Home4 screens
PointNinja4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Safe Home at none against PointNinja's 2. Safe Home also leads on iOS requirement (6.1 vs 13.0). PointNinja's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 18 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. PointNinja sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Safe Home asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Safe Home ships an update every 18 months, PointNinja every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Safe Home versus PointNinja: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSafe HomePointNinja
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (27 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews5.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings27 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 18 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS6.1 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB70 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperSafe Home Security IncEulerWorks LLC

In-app purchases

None

Safe Home

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

PointNinja

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$2.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Safe Home free?
Safe Home is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PointNinja free?
PointNinja is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Safe Home or PointNinja have ads?
Neither Safe Home nor PointNinja shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Safe Home or PointNinja?
Safe Home ships an update every 18 months, and PointNinja every 4 days. Most recently, Safe Home was updated on October 16, 2026 and PointNinja on October 12, 2026.

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