Comparison

SMS Alert vs ESET VPN

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

Head to head
About

SMS Alert

This app monitors temperature, humidity, analog signals, and power status for various devices. It sends alerts via SMS and phone calls when predefined limits are reached. Users can also query device status via text and schedule periodic reports.

Highlights
  • Temperature and humidity monitoring
  • Analog signal monitoring (4-20mA, 0-5V)
  • Power monitoring (single/three-phase)
  • SMS and phone call alerts
  • Remote status query via text
  • Scheduled status reporting
  • Modbus RTU/TCP cloud platform support
Features
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RTU5023 (temperature and humidity monitoring), RTU5026 (temperature monitoring), RTU5027 (analog monitoring), RTU5028 (power monitoring), RTU5029 (3/single-phase power monitoring) series products are the temperature/humidity/analog power/voltage/monitoring alarm.Can be set up according to the practical application of temperature/humidity/analog/power supply voltage of the high and low limit alarm value, when the current value reaches the alarm value, when will send alarm messages and telephone inform the user. User can from the authorization number by calling equipment number, will automatically reject and immediately send current status messages to BoDaZhe, users can query the current state via text message instructions.Equipment can be set up on a daily basis fixed point and periodic reports the current status messages to the first user.At the same time support the Modbus RTU and Modbus TCP connection cloud platform, can through the network real-time monitoring of the current state. This series product can be used for monitoring temperature and humidity monitoring, 4~20 mA, or 0~5V DC voltage analog signal monitoring, monitoring, three-phase power single-phase power monitoring, monitoring, and is suitable for classrooms, public places, hospitals, railway stations, food warehouses, offices, factories, libraries, LABS and so on, and any needs to be monitored and support.

About

ESET VPN

Secure your internet connection with this VPN app. It encrypts your online traffic in real-time, assigns you a new IP address, and offers a no-logs policy for anonymity. Access servers in over 70 countries with unlimited bandwidth.

Highlights
  • Secure and encrypted online traffic
  • Anonymous IP address
  • No-logs policy
  • Servers in over 70 countries
  • Unlimited bandwidth
  • Multiple connection protocols
Features
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ESET VPN requires a paid ESET subscription ESET VPN is an easy-to-use app that allows you to establish a secure connection when using public and private networks. Simply connect to a location in the VPN app and your device will be assigned a new IP address. Your online traffic is then secured and encrypted in real time, preventing unwanted tracking and data theft and allowing you to stay safe with an anonymous IP address. HOW TO ACTIVATE: 1. Purchase an ESET HOME Security Premium, ESET HOME Security Ultimate, or ESET Small Business Security subscription. 2. Create or log in to your ESET HOME account. Your subscription will be automatically added to your account. 3. In ESET HOME, start the "Add protection" process and choose whether to activate VPN for yourself or someone else. 4. If you're activating VPN for yourself, you'll be directed to a download page with setup instructions and your activation code. If you're setting it up for someone else, they'll receive an email with a link to a download page that also includes their activation code. WHY CHOOSE ESET VPN? • Rely on the powerful encryption of your online traffic Stay safe from the pitfalls of online space. ESET VPN keeps your connection private and your online traffic encrypted. We use an AES-256 cipher with an SHA-512 algorithm for authentication and a 4096-bit RSA key. • Say goodbye to bandwidth restrictions Enjoy unlimited access to online content. • Stay anonymous with our no-logs policy We don't collect or store any logs or data from your online activities, so your information stays where it should—with you. • Access VPN servers in over 70 countries Connect to over 450 secure servers in more than 70 countries and 100 cities (depending on your subscription). • Fine-tune your VPN with a range of connection protocols Different connection protocols accommodate different online conditions—would you like to prioritize speed or security? Perhaps you’re dealing with poor network conditions. Either way, we’ve got you covered—choose between WireGuard, IKEv2, OpenVPN (UDP, TCP), WStunnel, and Stealth. • Navigate the app in your language This application supports 40 different languages—making it among the most accessible and user-friendly VPN apps.

Screenshots

SMS Alert4 screens
ESET VPN4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ESET VPN at 45% against SMS Alert's 0%. ESET VPN also leads on ratings volume (578 vs 1) and update cadence (every 3 months vs every 14 months). SMS Alert's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and monetization model (free vs subscription). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SMS Alert holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ESET VPN has 578 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 0% of SMS Alert's written reviews are positive against 45% of ESET VPN's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SMS Alert ships an update every 14 months, ESET VPN every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
SMS Alert versus ESET VPN: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSMS AlertESET VPN
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.3 (578 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews44.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1578 — better
Update frequencyEvery 14 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer朝山 马ESET, spol. s r.o.

Customer experience

SMS Alert

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

ESET VPN

All ratings570 ratings
Positive81.9%
Neutral5.4%
Negative12.6%
Written reviews65 reviews
Positive44.6%
Neutral10.8%
Negative44.6%

Bugs and requests

SMS Alert

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

ESET VPN

Reported bugs

16 issues
  • IKEv2 protocol not working after update
  • App keeps disconnecting
  • VPN stopped working after update
  • App fails to open on iPad & iPhone
  • Prevents access to ordinary websites
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  • Difficulty connecting
  • App crashes many times
  • New update not working
  • Connections drop constantly
  • Getting activation code issues
  • Unexpected client version error
  • App crashes on iOS 18.1.1 after activation
  • Crashing on 11 pro max ios 18.1
  • Server response invalid with activation code
  • App does not work on Mac OS after OS update
  • Cannot change port for manual connections

Requested features

9 requests
  • Fix IKEv2 protocol for iOS
  • Improve connection stability
  • Address website access issues
  • Improve server speed and reliability
  • Fix activation code issues for iOS
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  • Support for iPhone 15 Pro
  • Fix app not working on Mac OS after update
  • Make internet speed faster
  • Make servers more active and strong

In-app purchases

None

SMS Alert

No in-app purchases

None

ESET VPN

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SMS Alert free?
SMS Alert is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ESET VPN free?
ESET VPN is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SMS Alert or ESET VPN?
SMS Alert is rated higher. SMS Alert averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while ESET VPN averages 4.3 from 578 ratings.
Do SMS Alert or ESET VPN have ads?
Neither SMS Alert nor ESET VPN shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SMS Alert or ESET VPN?
SMS Alert ships an update every 14 months, and ESET VPN every 3 months. Most recently, SMS Alert was updated on November 2, 2026 and ESET VPN on November 3, 2026.

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