Comparison

Nold Open Bluetooth Controller vs XHouse IOT

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

Head to head
About

Nold Open Bluetooth Controller

This app allows you to control Nold Open Bluetooth devices, replacing physical keys and remotes with virtual ones on your phone. Easily share access, set time limitations, and track usage for various electronic locks and systems.

Highlights
  • Replace physical keys with virtual keys
  • Share access with guests
  • Set time-limited access
  • Track access activity
  • Manage devices and guests in Nold Cloud
  • Compatible with major gate opener brands
Features
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This free iOS application controls Nold Open, a small and secure Bluetooth compatible device, which connects to any kind of electronic locks: garage door or gate openers, door locks, barriers, alarm systems, pool covers and more. Connect Nold Open to your existing device and you can replace all your remotes with virtual keys on your phone! Nold can help you to: • Replace your existing keys, remotes, keycards, and keypads with your phone • Share access easily with your guests, without copying physical keys or buying additional remotes • Set time limitation or revoke access by one click anytime you want! • Customize your email invitation sent to your guests! • Track who and when used your doors in the Activity feed. • Create a modern, easy-to-use access control system for offices, apartments, and communities • Manage all of your devices and guests in Nold Cloud, an easy to use, browser-based application Nold Open is compatible with most of the gate opener brands such as Hörmann, Beninca, Chamberlain, Nice etc.

About

XHouse IOT

Manage all your smart home devices from a single, intuitive application. Control devices remotely, receive security alerts, and integrate voice commands for a more convenient and intelligent living experience.

Highlights
  • Simplified device connection
  • Remote access and control
  • Voice control integration
  • Real-time surveillance
  • Easy access sharing
  • One-click remote assistance
Features
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X-House IoT • Simplified Usage: Adding and connecting devices is a breeze with our intuitive interface. • Remote Access, Multiple Controls from One App: Control multiple devices anytime, anywhere with our all-in-one app. • Remote Assistance: Get prompt assistance with our one-click remote support feature. • Voice Control Integration: Control your home with just your voice using Google Assistant or Amazon Echo. • Easy Sharing: Scan and share access quickly with family members. • Real-time Surveillance: Stay informed with live camera feeds and security notifications. X-House enjoys the future of living with a one-stop solution for smart home management, offering a more convenient, comfortable, and intelligent experience for users . • You can also contact our after-sales service email at Xhouse@x-house.net.

Screenshots

Nold Open Bluetooth Controller3 screens
XHouse IOT4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: XHouse IOT at 2.5 against Nold Open Bluetooth Controller's 2.3. Nold Open Bluetooth Controller's advantage is review sentiment (22% vs 8%) and iOS requirement (9.3 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

XHouse IOT holds the better App Store score, 2.5 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 17 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 22% of Nold Open Bluetooth Controller's written reviews are positive against 8% of XHouse IOT's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Nold Open Bluetooth Controller ships an update monthly, XHouse IOT every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Nold Open Bluetooth Controller versus XHouse IOT: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNold Open Bluetooth ControllerXHouse IOT
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (7 ratings)2.5 (17 ratings) — better
Positive reviews21.7% of reviews — better8.3% of reviews
Number of ratings717 — better
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS9.3 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB125 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNold Technologies KftGiant Alarm System Co,.LTD

Customer experience

Nold Open Bluetooth Controller

All ratings7 ratings
Positive28.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative71.4%
Written reviews23 reviews
Positive21.7%
Neutral21.7%
Negative56.5%

XHouse IOT

All ratings17 ratings
Positive29.4%
Neutral11.8%
Negative58.8%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive8.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative75.0%

In-app purchases

None

Nold Open Bluetooth Controller

No in-app purchases

None

XHouse IOT

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Nold Open Bluetooth Controller free?
Nold Open Bluetooth Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is XHouse IOT free?
XHouse IOT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Nold Open Bluetooth Controller or XHouse IOT?
XHouse IOT is rated higher. Nold Open Bluetooth Controller averages 2.3 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while XHouse IOT averages 2.5 from 17 ratings.
Do Nold Open Bluetooth Controller or XHouse IOT have ads?
Neither Nold Open Bluetooth Controller nor XHouse IOT shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Nold Open Bluetooth Controller or XHouse IOT?
Nold Open Bluetooth Controller ships an update monthly, and XHouse IOT every 6 weeks. Most recently, Nold Open Bluetooth Controller was updated on October 16, 2026 and XHouse IOT on October 18, 2026.

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