Comparison

MX HomePro vs Luma View

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

Head to head
About

MX HomePro

Control your smart home devices and entertainment systems from a single app. Seamlessly integrate security, lighting, audio, and video for a more enjoyable living experience. Launch other favorite apps directly from the control ribbon.

Highlights
  • Unified control of smart home devices
  • Entertainment system integration
  • Security system monitoring
  • Customizable app launching ribbon
  • Unlimited device installations
  • Works with MX HomePro Smart Hub
Features
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The MX HomePro™ mobile app sets MX HomePro™ apart from other home control systems. The MX HomePro™ mobile app for iOS devices sets URC® MX HomePro apart from other home control systems. One touch of an icon on your smartphone or tablet enables control of your entertainment plus smart home devices. Check your security system, turn on pre-set lights, start the music and settle into movie night in a way you never thought possible. The MX HomePro app works with the URC MX HomePro system. The app requires the MX HomePro Smart Hub for operation. MX HomePro systems are installed and maintained by a network of trained systems integration professionals. A unique “app launching” feature lets you launch any of eight other apps from a scrolling ribbon. Incorporate almost any app – including the native app for smart devices. You can even incorporate your favorite social media apps onto the scrolling ribbon for quick access. For example, if you already have a security app to control your home security system, you can add that native app to the ribbon. This allows you to retain the exact user experience that the device manufacturer intended. The MX HomePro app is virtually limitless. Just about any new compatible product that comes along can be added and controlled within the app. The app can be installed on an unlimited number of smart devices, so every family member has access without additional expense. The MX HomePro mobile app devices works with the MX HomePro Smart Hub for easy, handheld control of electronic components in your home (audio/video and home entertainment plus devices such as lights, thermostats, security systems and more) to make life more enjoyable. This app is installed as part of a MX HomePro system by your smart home professional.

About

Luma View

Monitor your security cameras remotely with live HD video streaming, event playback, and recording capabilities. Features include smart event search with object filtering, customizable grid views, and audio support. Manage multiple devices and access your footage anytime, anywhere from your tablet or mobile.

Highlights
  • HD live viewing (single/split screen)
  • Synchronized playback (up to 16 channels)
  • Smart Event Search (human/vehicle filtering)
  • Push notifications for events
  • Customizable grid views
  • Snapshot and video recording
  • Two-way audio support
Features
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The all new Luma View app offers powerful features at your fingertips, allows you check on what matters – anytime, anywhere. Watch live video, user-friendly event search, playback, and save recordings, or take a snapshot all from your tablet or mobile device. • Enjoy HD live viewing of a single or split screen (4, 9, or 16 channels simultaneously) in both portrait and landscape modes with convenient pinch to zoom • Synchronize playback up to 16 channels • User-friendly Smart Event Search with human and vehicle filtering • Push message offer quick overview of latest events • Auto switch between high or standard resolution depending on your remote connection • Customize your grid views for multi-device management – Drag and drop cameras where you’d like them, even across multiple DVRs/NVRs • Easily scan timeline and playback to find recordings and events • Instantly capture snapshots or record videos with a tap of your finger • Add snapshots and video to your photo library for safe keeping or to share with family, friends, or colleagues • Listen or speak to whoever is on the other end (Audio support varies by camera model) • Remotely control pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) cameras

Screenshots

MX HomePro4 screens
Luma View4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: MX HomePro at every 3 months against Luma View's every 8 months. MX HomePro also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 12.1). On price, review sentiment, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MX HomePro ships an update every 3 months, Luma View every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
MX HomePro versus Luma View: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMX HomeProLuma View
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (12 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews14.3% of reviews15.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings12 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 8 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better12.1
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB104 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUniversal Remote ControlWirepath Home Systems, LLC

Customer experience

MX HomePro

All ratings12 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral8.3%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive14.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative85.7%

Luma View

Written reviews57 reviews
Positive15.8%
Neutral1.8%
Negative82.5%

In-app purchases

None

MX HomePro

No in-app purchases

None

Luma View

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MX HomePro free?
MX HomePro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Luma View free?
Luma View is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MX HomePro or Luma View have ads?
Neither MX HomePro nor Luma View shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MX HomePro or Luma View?
MX HomePro ships an update every 3 months, and Luma View every 8 months. Most recently, MX HomePro was updated on September 16, 2026 and Luma View on September 19, 2026.

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