Comparison

igloohome vs Call Carl

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

Head to head
About

igloohome

Remotely manage smart locks and keyboxes, granting temporary access to visitors via PIN codes or Bluetooth keys. Track entry logs and streamline check-ins for properties, including vacation rentals.

Highlights
  • Grant remote access
  • Send PIN codes/Bluetooth keys
  • Set access duration
  • View access logs
  • Airbnb integration
  • Keyless entry
Features
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The igloohome app allows users to manage their igloohome smart locks or igloohome smart keyboxes. Grant visitors access to your home or property from any time and place. Through the igloohome app, you can send a PIN code or Bluetooth key to anyone via email/SMS/Whatsapp/other communication platforms, for the duration that you select. Through the igloohome mobile app, you can also check the access logs to see who and when someone has entered your property. For Airbnb hosts: Make check-in and check-out smoother for you and your guests. When you synchronise your Airbnb account to the app (via Airbnb Connect), a PIN code is created for each guest when their booking is confirmed. This PIN code is sent to the guest for his/her to use on the igloohome smart lock/keybox when they arrive at your property, and is only valid for the period booked. No more fuss over key exchanges and missing/lost keys ever again. For more information, please visit http://iglooho.me/appstoredescription Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

About

Call Carl

This AI assistant helps homeowners track home systems and appliances, providing timely maintenance reminders and expert advice to prevent costly repairs. It offers a comprehensive home profile, smart scheduling, and a Home Health Score to manage your property effectively.

Highlights
  • AI-powered maintenance advice
  • Home system and appliance tracking
  • Smart maintenance scheduling
  • Home Health Score
  • Provider contact management
  • Interactive Q&A with AI
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Call Carl is your AI home maintenance assistant. Track every appliance, system, and quirk in your house — and let Carl tell you when something needs attention, before it turns into an expensive repair. Why homeowners use Call Carl: • You don't know when your HVAC was last serviced • You can't remember which filter fits the fridge • You found a leak and have no idea who to call • You bought the house six months ago and still feel behind What's inside: • Talk to Carl. Ask anything — "when should I drain the water heater?", "what's a fair price to replace this?", "is that noise normal?" Carl knows your home and gives you specific, useful answers. • Your home, mapped. During setup, Carl builds a profile of every major system in your house — HVAC, plumbing, appliances, roof, exterior. Add photos, model numbers, install dates. All in one place. • Smart reminders. Carl schedules the right maintenance for each thing you own and pings you before it's due. Filters, drain flushes, gutter cleanings — handled. • Your providers. Save the plumber, electrician, and HVAC tech you trust. Never dig through old texts again. • Home Health Score. A single number that tells you how on top of things you really are. It rewards consistency — built to grow with you over your first 90 days, not punish day one. Built for real homeowners • Simple setup — sign in, answer a few questions, done • Reminders that respect your time • Easy account deletion — your data goes with you Carl is free to use. If you find it useful, you can buy Carl a coffee (a small monthly subscription) to help keep the lights on. Questions? Email support@call-carl.com.

Screenshots

igloohome4 screens
Call Carl4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: igloohome at none against Call Carl's 3. igloohome also leads on ratings volume (474 vs 3) and device support (4 vs 1). Call Carl's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price and ads 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. Call Carl sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. igloohome asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Call Carl holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: igloohome has 474 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
igloohome versus Call Carl: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterigloohomeCall Carl
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (474 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews36.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings474 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size284 MB6 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperIgloohome Inc.Samuel Haddaway

Customer experience

igloohome

All ratings439 ratings
Positive91.6%
Neutral2.1%
Negative6.4%
Written reviews260 reviews
Positive36.9%
Neutral13.8%
Negative49.2%

Call Carl

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

igloohome

Reported bugs

18 issues
  • App continuously logs out users without warning
  • Login screen stuck on loading indefinitely
  • Network error 14.1.502 during device pairing
  • App crashes when selecting lock from device list
  • Password manager integration fails on login screen
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  • Face ID failure disables biometric login entirely
  • Bluetooth connection drops and reconnection issues
  • Firmware update errors leaving locks inaccessible
  • Battery compartment safety lock triggers permanently
  • App stuck on splash screen after updates
  • Inconsistent access code creation and deletion behavior
  • Weekly unlock codes show 'unknown' user in logs
  • Bridge shows connected but fails to save new codes
  • App doesn't sync with real-world time accurately
  • Search functionality requires unpredictable pull-down gesture
  • Lock/unlock button labels reversed in interface
  • Temporary access codes not functioning properly
  • Auto-logout after weeks of inactivity

Requested features

16 requests
  • Time-bound access settings with recurring schedules
  • Ability to edit existing access codes without deletion
  • Real-time lock status display at a glance
  • Face ID or biometric login support
  • Home Screen widget for quick access
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  • Apple Watch app integration
  • HomeKit and Matter protocol support
  • Bulk code management across multiple locks
  • Activity log export and printing functionality
  • Auto-save login credentials with keychain support
  • Disable/suspend access codes without permanent deletion
  • Improved Alexa and home automation bridge reliability
  • Better Airbnb integration with automatic scheduling
  • Customizable recurring PIN options (monthly, weekly, etc.)
  • PIN sharing via text/email with all details included
  • Visual confirmation of unlock status in app

Call Carl

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

igloohome

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Call Carl

One-time3
  • Buy Carl a Coffee (One-Time)$0.99
  • Buy Carl a Beer (One-Time Tip)$4.99
  • Buy Carl a Meal (One-Time Tip)$19.99

Questions

Is igloohome free?
igloohome is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Call Carl free?
Call Carl is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, igloohome or Call Carl?
Call Carl is rated higher. igloohome averages 4.7 out of 5 from 474 ratings, while Call Carl averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do igloohome or Call Carl have ads?
Neither igloohome nor Call Carl shows ads.

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