Comparison

Digicode vs Niko detector tool

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

Head to head
About

Digicode

This application allows owners and tenants of BOXCODE or GALEO systems to open doors directly from their smartphone. It also enables secure sharing of access links with visitors, eliminating the need to share user codes.

Highlights
  • Open doors via smartphone
  • Share temporary or permanent access links
  • Receive Bluetooth proximity notifications
  • Manage user codes
  • Update codes with master code
Features
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The Digicode® keypad user application is essentially dedicated to owners and tenants who have a BOXCODE or GALEO. This application allows to open the door from the smartphone (it is no longer necessary to enter the user code on the keypad). It is also possible to send a link (permanent or limited in time) to visitors so that they can enter safely without disclosing the user code. My user codes Get your user codes from the installer/administrator. Share your user codes with your contacts, permanent or temporary. Get a shared user code from your contacts. Receive a notification when approaching a Digicode® Bluetooth. Update your codes with the installed master code

About

Niko detector tool

Features
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This app allows you to efficiently commission and control Niko detectors via your smartphone or tablet. No need for additional tools such as a computer, remote control or dongle. Moreover, you can easily configure daylight control with advanced functions such as multi-zone, day/night mode, several lighting scenarios, etc. What do I need? Your installation should include one or more P40/M40 detectors. Your smartphone/tablet should also be equipped with Bluetooth®. In addition, make sure your smartphone/tablet is connected to the internet. The Niko detector tool app is available in several European languages. Features • Easily configure parameter settings via guided commissioning • Customize detector configurations to meet your needs • Reuse saved configurations for other installations and share the configuration files with colleagues • Secure your detector with a four-digit pin code 2-way Bluetooth® communication This feature ensures easy commissioning and optimal communication between the detectors and the app. It allows the app to provide real-time information on the detector settings, giving you full insight into all relevant parameters and allowing you to easily modify your installation afterwards Niko detector tool portal This website is linked directly to the Niko detector tool app and allows you to efficiently manage your projects, find saved detector settings and reuse existing configurations for other installations. Use the MAC address on your detector to retrieve the saved configuration details. By downloading the app for Niko detectors, you accept the terms and conditions that you can find on https://www.niko.eu/en/legal/privacy-policy.

Screenshots

Digicode4 screens
Niko detector tool4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Digicode at 9.3 against Niko detector tool's 14.2. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Digicode ships an update every 4 months, Niko detector tool every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and May 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
Digicode versus Niko detector tool: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDigicodeNiko detector tool
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews16.7% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.3 — better14.2
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB202 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCDVINiko n.v.

In-app purchases

None

Digicode

No in-app purchases

None

Niko detector tool

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Digicode free?
Digicode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Niko detector tool free?
Niko detector tool is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Digicode or Niko detector tool have ads?
Neither Digicode nor Niko detector tool shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Digicode or Niko detector tool?
Digicode ships an update every 4 months, and Niko detector tool every 3 months. Most recently, Digicode was updated on September 8, 2026 and Niko detector tool on May 17, 2026.

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