# Security vs Persist

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Security at none against Persist's 3. Security also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Persist sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Security asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Security | Persist |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (132 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/security/id1200050042/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **132** | — |
| Positive reviews | 11.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | — |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Size | 406 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TELUS Communications Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1351428851) | [Parth Patel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1811385956) |

## What reviewers say

### Security

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/security/id1200050042)

Manage your home's security, safety, and smart devices remotely. Monitor video feeds, control lighting and thermostats, and receive real-time alerts for peace of mind, no matter where you are.

**Highlights:** Real-time security and safety alerts, Interactive video monitoring, Home automation control, Energy efficiency management, Remote device control (lights, thermostat), Two-way audio communication

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Reliable security system
- 👍 Good pricing and accessibility
- 🚀 Responsive app and control panel

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and login issues
- 🔌 Connectivity problems with WiFi and 5G
- 📺 Poor video quality and camera performance
- 🕰️ Sync issues between app and control panel
- 🤖 Unintuitive user interface and automation

**Reported bugs**

- App not compatible with latest iOS versions
- Frequent app freezes and loading issues
- Inconsistent connectivity and remote access
- Unreliable door/window sensor detection

**Requested features**

- Add option to delete all saved videos at once
- Improve thermostat scheduling and customization
- Restore widget support for iOS 18
- Add language selection options for the app


### Persist

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/persist/id6754469352)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $14.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $34.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Security free?

Security is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Persist free?

Persist is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Security or Persist have ads?

Neither Security nor Persist shows ads.

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