# iSmartgate Access vs The Obsidian Echo

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: iSmartgate Access at 14.4 against The Obsidian Echo's 26.4. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

## The numbers

| Metric | iSmartgate Access | The Obsidian Echo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[2.4 (37 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ismartgate-access/id1277087476/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **37** | — |
| Positive reviews | 23.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Size | 84 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.4** | 26.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PYKRS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1675021093) | [Alex Slem](https://appshunter.io/developer/1879396857) |

## What reviewers say

### iSmartgate Access

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ismartgate-access/id1277087476)

Control and monitor your garage doors or gates remotely using your smart device. This app works with a separate iSmartgate device to provide status alerts, manage multiple doors, and integrate with smart home assistants.

**Highlights:** Remote garage door control, Garage door status alerts, HomeKit, Google Assistant, IFTTT compatible, Supports multiple garage doors (PRO version), IP camera integration, Unlimited user access

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works with HomeKit
- 👍 Works with Apple Watch
- 👍 Saves time
- 👍 Good support when available
- 👍 Reliable when working

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and cumbersome app
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance
- 🐛 Frequent connection issues
- 🐛 Poor HomeKit integration
- 🐛 Baffling interface

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Login forms break password manager integration
- Automations stopped working after iOS updates (e.g., ios26, 16.2, 16.4, 18)
- Device stops responding after a few minutes
- Door sensor keeps losing connection

**Requested features**

- CarPlay integration
- Schedule open/close options
- Apple Watch app
- Ability to open gate partially (e.g., 20%)
- Add additional users/user menu access


### The Obsidian Echo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-obsidian-echo/id6762069395)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iSmartgate Access free?

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

### Is The Obsidian Echo free?

The Obsidian Echo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do iSmartgate Access or The Obsidian Echo have ads?

Neither iSmartgate Access nor The Obsidian Echo shows ads.

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