Comparison

Hörmann BlueSecur vs Wavekey

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

Head to head
About

Hörmann BlueSecur

Control compatible devices remotely by sending digital keys to family and friends. Manage access permissions, including temporary or permanent options, all from your smartphone. Setup is straightforward, and operation doesn't require an internet connection.

Highlights
  • Send digital access permissions (keys)
  • Manage temporary or permanent keys
  • Add devices via QR code
  • Offline device operation
  • Up to 250 users
  • Optional external antenna
Features
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Operate devices compatible with BlueSecur using the Hörmann BlueSecur app. You can send permissions (keys) to family or friends, for example, via text message, e-mail or messenger. You don’t even have to be home to send a key, since keys are transmitted via a certified server in Germany. Manage your keys right in the app. The BlueSecur app must be installed on your mobile phone ahead of time. If a user hasn’t installed the app, they will be forwarded to the app store. Information on the BlueSecur app: - Add a device by scanning the QR code. - Setup and operation do not require an Internet connection. - Permissions (keys) are created on the administrator’s app, can be issued either temporarily or permanently and can also be deleted. - Sets of keys are subject to a fee. One-time keys are free of charge. - Max. 250 users - Optionally, you can use an external antenna should you have range issues. Using Bluetooth in the background of your mobile phone reduces its battery life.

About

Wavekey

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Your identity, verified by sound. Your phone emits an inaudible ultrasonic code that your device recognizes, verifying your identity instantly. No passwords. No SMS. No QR codes. Why Wavekey: Authenticate with sound - hold your phone near your laptop or screen, and you’re verified in seconds. Private & Secure - no personal data ever leaves your device; every signal is encrypted and ephemeral. Instant & effortless - no scanning, typing, or waiting for codes. Works anywhere - no Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or pairing required. How it Works Open Wavekey on your iPhone. Tap Emit to send a one-time sonic OTP. Your nearby device authenticates automatically - no interaction needed. Privacy by Design Wavekey never records audio or collects personal data. Your keys stay securely stored on your device. Always.

Screenshots

Hörmann BlueSecur4 screens
Wavekey3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Wavekey at none against Hörmann BlueSecur's 2. Wavekey also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 3 months). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Hörmann BlueSecur sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Wavekey asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hörmann BlueSecur ships an update every 3 months, Wavekey every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Hörmann BlueSecur versus Wavekey: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHörmann BlueSecurWavekey
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (112 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews59.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings112 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size118 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHormann KG AntriebstechnikEverLink

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Hörmann BlueSecur

One-time2
  • Access key$8.99
  • 5 access keys$34.99
None

Wavekey

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Hörmann BlueSecur free?
Hörmann BlueSecur is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Wavekey free?
Wavekey is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Hörmann BlueSecur or Wavekey have ads?
Neither Hörmann BlueSecur nor Wavekey shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hörmann BlueSecur or Wavekey?
Hörmann BlueSecur ships an update every 3 months, and Wavekey every 2 months. Most recently, Hörmann BlueSecur was updated on October 24, 2026 and Wavekey on October 14, 2026.

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