Comparison

My Nova vs SoftCloud Security

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

Head to head
About

My Nova

Control your DIY security system remotely from anywhere. Arm, disarm, trigger SOS, and manage connected accessories like sensors and cameras. Receive real-time alerts for unsafe events with a built-in siren.

Highlights
  • Remote system control
  • Real-time alerts
  • Manage security accessories
  • Live video streaming
  • Home appliance control
  • Built-in siren
  • SOS function
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The Nova Smart Alarm System is a DIY, easy-to-use security system with no monthly fees and contracts required. It could connect to the Internet by LAN or WiFi, and use cellular SMS as backup communication. The My Nova app allows you to control the alarm system at any time, from anywhere, in real-time, including Arm, Disarm, Alarm(trigger SOS) or setting up the system. With the help of our iot-networking protocol, the reaction speed would be amazingly fast, operating from App would just like operating via remote controller. This App can manage all our official security accessories like Contact Sensors, Motion Sensors (pet-immune optional), Remote Controllers, CO Sensors, Gas Sensors, Smoke Detectors etc. It also works with Smart Cameras and Smart Plugs, which allow users to watch live video or recorded files, or turn ON/OFF the home appliances remotely. With built-in guidelines, users can run the system quickly even without a manual, including daily operations and professional settings. When an unsafe event happens, like a break-in or pressing from panic button, the system will alert all emergency contacts with push notifications or SMS texts, while generating 100db built-in siren to scare off any intruder. The built-in battery could work more then 6 hours without external power. To provide the best experiences, this system and its App is updateable, we will keep collecting requires and feedbacks from end users and release new firmware or App when needed. We are professional on the security of home or office. If there is any problem while using, please don't hesitate to write to us. Our support email is support@dinsafer.com . We would ready to help you as soon as possible.

About

SoftCloud Security

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SoftCloud Security is a cloud service that connects to your SoftCloud Security VMS servers via the internet. The connection is protected with TLS encryption. - View live and recorded video from your cameras. - Receive e-mail alerts of specified events. - Get push notifications in the mobile app.

Screenshots

My Nova4 screens
SoftCloud Security4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SoftCloud Security at none against My Nova's 4. My Nova's advantage is device support and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. My Nova sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. SoftCloud Security asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences ยท 5 level
My Nova versus SoftCloud Security: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMy NovaSoftCloud Security
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviewsโ€”
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksโ€”
AdsNoโ€”
In-app purchasesYesNo โ€” better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesโ€”
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch โ€” betterโ€”
Requires iOS11.0 โ€” better15.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size114 MB58 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDinsafer Innovation Co.,LtdInter-Tel Japan, K.K.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

My Nova

One-time4
  • IPC Service 30 Days$2.99
  • Family Service 30 Days$9.99
  • IPC Service 365 Days$29.99
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  • Family Service 365 Days$99.99
None

SoftCloud Security

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is My Nova free?
My Nova is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SoftCloud Security free?
SoftCloud Security is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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