E vs Swann Security
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
E
Control and monitor Gema OptiStar 4.0 electrostatic coating equipment in real time. View and adjust coating parameters, track productivity data, and manage equipment configuration. Includes automated firmware updates and diagnostic reporting.
- Real-time equipment control
- Coating parameter adjustment
- Productivity data monitoring
- Data export to PDF
- Maintenance countdown timers
- Automated firmware updates
- Diagnostic data retrieval
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With the useful functions of Gema‘s Electrostatic App you control and monitor your Gema OptiStar 4.0 equipment in real time: Application: All essential OptiStar 4.0 coating parameters are clearly visible on a Smart Device and can be directly adjusted and controlled. Designed for use with manual or automated Gema equipment. Line Management: View coating process productivity data on the device, and export the data in a PDF file. Important statistics and cost calculations from production are automatically generated. Maintenance countdown timers can easily be viewed at the touch of a button. Setup: With this function the configuration of the OptiStar 4.0 is defined. For automated equipment use, OptiStar 4.0 can be controlled as single device or in a group of control units. System information and diagnostic data are easily retrievable and can be sent via e-mail. The automated firmware update keeps your OptiStar 4.0 up to date.
Swann Security
Manage your wired and wireless security systems from a single application. View live feeds from compatible Wi-Fi cameras and DVR/NVR series. Stay connected to your home or business security from anywhere.
- Unified control of security systems
- Seamless integration of wired and wireless solutions
- Live viewing of Wi-Fi cameras
- Compatibility with DVR and NVR series
- Remote access to security feeds
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With Swann Security, everything is controllable via this single app. Swann’s wired security systems, including all of our latest DVR and NVR series, now work seamlessly with wireless solutions such as Swann's new range of Indoor and Outdoor Wi-Fi security cameras. A list of products that work with this app can be found here: https://www.swann.com/us/apps Please note that other Swann CCTV and IP camera models will not work with this app. This page will be updated as new compatible products are released. Note: This app uses a data stream that will connect to your Swann system via 4G/5G or Wi-Fi. When using 4G/5G, the video from your Swann device may be considered "downloads" by your phone service provider and could contribute to any download limit your phone data plan may have. If you exceed any plan limits you may incur additional usage charges. Consult with your mobile service provider regarding the use of a video streaming app and how it may affect your plan. For assistance with this app, contact Swann Tech Support – tech@swann.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Swann Security at 4.7 against E's 2.7. Swann Security also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 9 months) and review sentiment (26% vs 0%). E's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Swann Security sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. E asks for nothing beyond the download.
Swann Security holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Swann Security has 75K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of E's written reviews are positive against 26% of Swann Security's.
E ships an update every 9 months, Swann Security every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | E | Swann Security |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.7 (7 ratings) | 4.7 (75K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 25.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 7 | 75K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | #108 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 14.3 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 108 MB | 143 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Gema Switzerland GmbH | Swann Communications Pty Ltd |
Customer experience
E
Swann Security
Bugs and requests
E
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Swann Security
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes frequently
- Notifications not working as expected
- Inability to download/save recorded videos
- Inconsistent time/date stamps on recordings
Requested features
4 requests- Allow more camera and settings control from app
- Improve playback functionality and organization
- Add option to continuously record instead of motion-based
- Integrate with smart home platforms like Google/Alexa
In-app purchases
E
No in-app purchases
Swann Security
- Essential$1.991 Month
- Extra3 Months trial$4.991 Month
- ActiveResponse7 Days trial$4.991 Month
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- Unlimited3 Months trial$12.991 Month
- Pro7 Days trial$14.991 Month
- Pro Video7 Days trial$19.991 Month
- Extra3 Months trial$49.991 Year
- ActiveResponse$49.991 Year
- Unlimited3 Months trial$129.991 Year
- Pro7 Days trial$149.991 Year
- Pro Video7 Days trial$199.991 Year
