Intercom Anywhere vs ElkConnect
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Intercom Anywhere
Transform your mobile phone into a video intercom for your smart home. Receive doorbell notifications, see and speak to visitors, and control smart home devices remotely. Stay connected with family through in-home calls.
- Doorbell notifications
- See and talk to visitors
- Control smart home devices
- In-home touch screen calls
- Remote mobile calls
- Programmable custom buttons
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The Intercom Anywhere app is built exclusively for your Control4 Smart Home and makes your mobile phone part of your video intercom experience. Get notified when someone rings your doorbell—then see and talk to them, or simply ignore. Two built-in, custom buttons allow you to control your smart home during the intercom call—turn on lights, unlock the door, disarm the alarm, or anything else you would want to do when a visitor comes to the door. Plus, make calls between your Control4 touch screens and your mobile phones—allowing you to keep in touch with your family when you are away. Intercom Anywhere features: - Receive notifications when someone is at the door - See door station video, answer or ignore - Initiate smart home actions with two programmable buttons - Call to and from touch screens - Ring groups of touch screens in the home - Works over your mobile phone network from virtually anywhere Requirements: - Control4 OS 2.10.3 or newer - Control4 4Sight service - Control4 DS2 Door Station for doorbell features - Control4 T3-Series touch screens for in-home calls - iOS 10 or newer for iPhones
ElkConnect
Control your home's security and automation systems with this app. Manage alarms, lights, locks, and thermostats from your iOS device. It offers streamlined programming for installers and full control for customers.
- Remote system programming
- Control security and smart devices
- Arm/disarm security system
- Manage user profiles and access
- View system history logs
- Customize automation settings
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ElkConnect is designed to revolutionize the way you interact with the ELK E27 Alarm Engine, an IP and cloud-centric security and automation platform. Whether you're an installer looking to streamline your programming tasks or a customer seeking full control over your security and smart devices, ElkConnect is your go-to companion. Note: This app requires a compatible ELK E27 Alarm Engine with an ElkConnect Interactive subscription plan. Available features may vary based on system equipment and configuration. For more information, contact your ELK certified installer or visit www.elkproducts.com. Streamline and Simplify System Management With ElkConnect, installers gain exceptional ease and efficiency in managing and programming E27 Alarm Engine systems. Configure and customize various security and automation settings, all from the convenience of your iOS device. Say goodbye to complicated programming interfaces and hello to a sleek, intuitive app that saves you valuable time and effort. Take Control of Your Security and Smart Devices ElkConnect empowers customers with complete control over their E27 Alarm Engine systems. Imagine the convenience of managing your security, lights, locks, thermostats, garage doors, and more, all from a single, user-friendly app. Instantly arm or disarm your security system, adjust temperature settings, unlock doors, and even control lighting scenes with a few taps on your iOS device. ElkConnect puts the power of automation right at your fingertips. Customers can effortlessly manage user profiles, granting access privileges to family members, trusted friends, housekeepers, etc. Get alerts to stay informed about system activity and monitor your property's security with ease. View comprehensive system history logs, keeping track of events, alarms, and alerts, ensuring peace of mind even when you're away. ElkConnect offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing users to customize various settings to suit their unique needs. Easily activate pre-defined tasks, access a customized list of favorite devices, fine-tune automation settings, set up notifications, and personalize your experience for optimal comfort, convenience, and security. Experience the Next Level of Security and Automation ElkConnect is not just an app; it's a gateway to a smarter, more secure, and effortlessly automated lifestyle. Embrace the power of ElkConnect today and unlock a new level of control, convenience, and peace of mind.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: ElkConnect at 5.0 against Intercom Anywhere's 3.2. ElkConnect also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). Intercom Anywhere's advantage is ratings volume (84 vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.
ElkConnect holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Intercom Anywhere has 84 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Intercom Anywhere ships an update every 3 months, ElkConnect monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Intercom Anywhere | ElkConnect |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.2 (84 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 10.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 84 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 58 MB | 64 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Snap One, LLC | Elk Products Inc. |
Customer experience
Intercom Anywhere
ElkConnect
Bugs and requests
Intercom Anywhere
Reported bugs
39 issues- App stuck on sign in screen
- App crashes on load
- App crashes after iOS update
- App crashes after app update
- App does not connect to user account
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- App does not consistently connect to iPhone 13
- App says 'connecting' after login
- App crashes when trying to connect to intercom/touchscreens
- App requires new Gateway update after iOS update
- App stalls indefinitely trying to connect
- App does not work with new iPhones
- App has no connection when trying to answer call
- App does not connect to gate intercom
- No image, only cycles through
- Intercom won't connect when doorbell rings
- iWatch stopped notifying by buzzing
- App rings on silent/DND
- App rings even when notifications are off
- Busy signal when trying to answer after thumbnail notification
- No audio sometimes
- Logs out unexpectedly
- Camera has no sound at door end
- Locks out saying 'busy' after closing and retrying
- Cannot switch between multiple properties without logout/login
- App becomes unstable, crashes or logs out while answering door
- Cannot answer or reject calls
- Connection intermittent or non-existent
- App rings loudly even on silent/DND
- Cannot silence alert without opening app
- Cannot adjust volume or silence without opening app
- Cannot reject call and have it silent
- Notification does not open app directly
- Does not work when on the phone
- Notification cannot be silenced until device unlocked and app started
- App rings on silent and DND mode
- Cannot answer intercom calls while in Locked Screen
- Significant lag from bell press to app ringing
- Not notified if on a call when doorbell rings
- Checking permissions stuck at loading circle
Requested features
10 requests- Allow app to bypass Do Not Disturb
- Make app work on iPads
- Add Siri integration
- Add motion alerts
- Limit ring duration
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- Review video history
- Allow answering calls on locked screen
- Integrate with Control4 app (single app)
- Add video functionality
- Improve UI/UX to be more modern
ElkConnect
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Intercom Anywhere
No in-app purchases
ElkConnect
No in-app purchases
Questions
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