Comparison

PowerSeries Pro AlarmInstall vs Swidget

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

Head to head
About

PowerSeries Pro AlarmInstall

This app streamlines the installation of PowerSeries Pro alarm systems. It connects directly to the panel via Wi-Fi, allowing for intuitive configuration and quick device addition by scanning.

Highlights
  • Speeds up alarm system installations
  • Simplifies the installation process
  • Connects directly to panel via Wi-Fi
  • Intuitive configuration interface
  • Add devices by scanning
  • Increases accuracy
Features
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PowerSeries Pro AlarmInstall is an installer-friendly mobile app that speeds up and simplifies installations of the PowerSeries Pro alarm systems. The app helps the installer on site to cruise through the installation process, including essential tools to increase accuracy and decrease installation time. The mobile app connects directly to the panel via its built-in Wi-Fi, allows the installer to configure the security system via an intuitive interface, add devices by scanning them with the phone and completing the process in no time.

About

Swidget

Control your smart home devices remotely with this app. Create custom schedules, set up automations, and monitor energy usage for compatible smart outlets and light switches. Integrates with voice assistants for hands-free control.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth pairing
  • Create rules and automations
  • Monitor energy usage
  • Voice assistant integration
  • Remote control
  • Custom schedules
Features
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CONTROL YOUR SWIDGET DEVICES FROM YOUR PHONE The Swidget App is for use with Swidget Outlets and Light Switches that have been paired with a Wi-Fi enabled Insert. The App is used to connect your Swidget Inserts and offers a multitude of control options depending on the Insert and the type of Device it is in. Swidget Devices and Wi-Fi enabled Insert sold separately (required). FEATURES - Easy Bluetooth pairing and registration - Create rules and automations - Monitor energy use of your Swidget Outlet or Light Switch - Connect to your Alexa or Google Assistant accounts - Remotely control your Swidget Outlet or Light Switch - Custom schedules, including sunset or sunrise trigger

Screenshots

PowerSeries Pro AlarmInstall4 screens
Swidget4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: PowerSeries Pro AlarmInstall at 5.0 against Swidget's 2.6. PowerSeries Pro AlarmInstall also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 16.1). Swidget's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (7 vs 2). 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

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

PowerSeries Pro AlarmInstall holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 7 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PowerSeries Pro AlarmInstall ships an update every 4 months, Swidget monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
PowerSeries Pro AlarmInstall versus Swidget: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPowerSeries Pro AlarmInstallSwidget
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better2.6 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews—66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings27 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.0 — better16.1
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB147 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTyco Safety Products Canada, Ltd.Swidget Corporation

Customer experience

PowerSeries Pro AlarmInstall

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Swidget

All ratings5 ratings
Positive40.0%
Neutral40.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

PowerSeries Pro AlarmInstall

No in-app purchases

None

Swidget

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PowerSeries Pro AlarmInstall free?
PowerSeries Pro AlarmInstall is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Swidget free?
Swidget is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, PowerSeries Pro AlarmInstall or Swidget?
PowerSeries Pro AlarmInstall is rated higher. PowerSeries Pro AlarmInstall averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Swidget averages 2.6 from 7 ratings.
Do PowerSeries Pro AlarmInstall or Swidget have ads?
Neither PowerSeries Pro AlarmInstall nor Swidget shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PowerSeries Pro AlarmInstall or Swidget?
PowerSeries Pro AlarmInstall ships an update every 4 months, and Swidget monthly. Most recently, PowerSeries Pro AlarmInstall was updated on November 3, 2026 and Swidget on November 13, 2026.

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