ERA Vault Alarm System vs AlarmSMS Controller
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
ERA Vault Alarm System
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The Vault self-monitoring/communicating alarm system can be remotely controlled and monitored from anywhere in the world. Alerts and notifications are sent via SMS text messaging as they happen, they include: entry/exit, power failure/recovery, flood, smoke and more. The Vault Alarm System includes an RFID Contactless Tag Reader, which allows quick disarm with a swipe of the Contactless Tag. The App allows you to name up to 50 Tags so you know you has used the Alarm. Change the name of up to 50 zones, in the event of an Alarm activation the Vault will communicate details of the Sensor triggered via SMS and/or dial out to the pre-stored phone numbers with a 10 second recordable alarm voice message. All settings can be changed via the Vault app, including: Entry and Exit delays, Siren volume and ring time, store Phone and SMS numbers, add a Speed Dial number to contact with a press of a button on the Panel. The Vault App also allows you to connect to a HD WiFi IP116 Camera (available separately) to view, talk to via two-way audio and monitor your home remotely. Living in a home protected by ERA is Total Security ERA is a name synonymous with home security, as a market leader in the design of innovative security solutions we have a range of products to secure your home. With over 175 years of manufacturing, design and innovation, we have been firmly at the heart of securing Britainβs homes since 1838. From trusted window and door security products, to the latest in smart-home solutions, ERA has a wealth of knowledge and a vast product range to fulfil all your home security needs.
AlarmSMS Controller
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AlarmSMS Controller is a simple, flexible GSM alarm control app for security systems that support SMS commands. Instead of typing the same SMS commands every time, you can create clean command buttons for your alarm system and use them whenever you need to arm, disarm, check status, activate stay mode, control siren functions, manage zones, or send any custom command supported by your GSM alarm panel. AlarmSMS Controller is not locked to one alarm brand. You can add your alarm phone number, create your own SMS commands, choose icons and colors, and organize everything in one easy-to-use interface. Main features: β’ Control compatible GSM alarm systems by SMS β’ Create custom arm, disarm, stay, status, siren, and zone commands β’ Add multiple alarm profiles β’ Save alarm phone numbers and command presets β’ Choose icons and colors for each command β’ Organize your most used security commands β’ Works with many GSM alarm panels that accept SMS commands β’ Backup and restore your setup β’ No account required β’ Data stored locally on your device Perfect for users who already have a GSM alarm panel and want a faster, cleaner way to send SMS control commands without remembering command codes manually. Important: AlarmSMS Controller does not monitor your alarm system, receive alarm events, or replace a professional security service. The app only helps you prepare and send SMS commands to compatible GSM alarm systems. SMS charges may apply depending on your mobile provider.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ERA Vault Alarm System at none against AlarmSMS Controller's 1. ERA Vault Alarm System also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.0). AlarmSMS Controller's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 10 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. AlarmSMS Controller sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. ERA Vault Alarm System asks for nothing beyond the download.
ERA Vault Alarm System ships an update every 10 months, AlarmSMS Controller every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ERA Vault Alarm System | AlarmSMS Controller |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months | Every 2 months β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 β better | 16.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 77 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ERA HOME SECURITY LIMITED | George Alexandrou |
In-app purchases
ERA Vault Alarm System
No in-app purchases
AlarmSMS Controller
- AlarmSMS Pro$4.99
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