HSYCO vs Einar Gate
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HSYCO
Control your home and building automation systems remotely. This app offers a convenient and secure way to connect to your server, manage interfaces, and even send commands via Apple Watch.
- Connect to HSYCO Server
- HTML5 GUI with web-based design tools
- Java and JavaScript server API
- Touch ID authentication
- Apple Watch support
- Kiosk mode
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HSYCO is an innovative software framework for home and building automation applications. It is highly scalable, portable, secure, reliable and customizable. HSYCO combines an efficient HTML5 GUI, with web-based design tools, and an extensive Java and JavaScript server API for the automation and control logic. The HSYCO App lets you easily connect to your HSYCO Server, in a more convenient way than traditional Web-based access. HSYCO Remote can use Touch ID for authentication, and handles your PIN/PUK credentials automatically in the background. HSYCO App allows you to define your favourite interfaces and to quickly switch between them. It also supports rotation lock and kiosk mode. HSYCO App also offers Apple Watch support, so you can send any command to your HSYCO Server using your Apple Watch. And if you have multiple HSYCO Servers, a simple swipe on Apple Watch will immediately switch from one server to another. HSYCO S.r.l. develops state-of-the-art solutions for home and building automation systems. Combining a clever design and unparalleled integration of leading technologies, we upgrade buildings to a different level of comfort, security and energy efficiency.
Einar Gate
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Einar Gate is a smart access system that uses license plate recognition to simplify gate control for residential and commercial properties. Whether you prefer automatic opening when an authorized license plate is detected or manual control via the app, Einar Gate gives you the flexibility to manage access as you need. Key features: - Automatic gate opening based on license plate detection - Manual gate control through the app - Manage multiple locations, gates, and cameras - Add and remove license plates anytime - Fine-tune detection zones and camera behavior Perfect for gated communities, office parks, and private driveways, Einar Gate makes access smarter and more secure.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Einar Gate at every 3 weeks against HSYCO's every 5 weeks. HSYCO's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
HSYCO ships an update every 5 weeks, Einar Gate every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HSYCO | Einar Gate |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 8 MB | 16 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HSYCO S.r.l. | Adaptive Recognition Global Services ApS |
In-app purchases
HSYCO
No in-app purchases
Einar Gate
No in-app purchases









