Orbit Home vs Weiser
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Orbit Home
Control and monitor your Wi-Fi enabled smart garage door opener or universal controller remotely. Receive real-time alerts for door status and manage access for family and friends. You can also control your garage door opener's light.
- Remote garage door control
- Real-time status monitoring
- Push notifications for door activity
- Garage door opener light control
- Share access with others
- Monitor multiple garage doors
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Skylink's Orbit allows you to control and monitor Skyilnk's Wi-Fi enabled smart garage door opener and universal smart garage door controller, Nova. Have control and peace of mind of your garage door. Check garage door status from anywhere with your smartphone and never forget to close your garage door again. Features: - Control and monitor garage door opener remotely - Get real time push notification alerts when door is open, closed - Control the light of the garage door opener - Share access with family members or friends, with either temporary access or permanent access - Monitor multiple doors You need either one of the following Wi-Fi enabled devices to use the Orbit App. - Skylink Wi-Fi enabled garage door opener - Nova Universal Smart Garage Door Controller For more information on Skylink's Orbit, please visit www.skylinkhome.com.
Weiser
Control and monitor your smart locks remotely, granting access to guests with scheduled or one-time codes. Receive instant alerts for lock activity and manage multiple properties with ease. Integrates with popular smart home ecosystems for enhanced automation and security.
- Remote lock monitoring and control
- Guest access code management
- Instant activity and tamper alerts
- Multi-home and lock management
- Smart home ecosystem integration (Google Home, Alexa, Matter)
- Encrypted data security
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At Weiser, we understand that the locks you choose to protect your home is a decision you do not take lightly. That is why we do not take shortcuts when it comes to quality, because we know that a better lock means better peace of mind. Remote Access Control Monitor the status of your locks and manage your home's access seamlessly from anywhere at any time. Trusted Access Management Share app access with guests or create scheduled or one-time access codes for keyless entry. Instant Activity Alerts Receive instant notifications anytime someone accesses your home, or when invalid codes are entered, or lock tampering occurs. Intuitive Home Management Easily configure and manage multiple homes and locks for complete control. Seamless Integration with Smart Ecosystems Add your lock via Wi-Fi to your preferred smart home ecosystems, including Google Home or Amazon Alexa, or amplify automation through IFTTT. Weiser’s new Halo Select lock is Matter and Wi-Fi compatible, giving you the same Wi-Fi options as our other Halo locks. With Matter, you can connect to Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, and other Matter hubs via Thread. Matter features may differ from ecosystem to ecosystem. You can check out ca.weiserlock.com/matter for more information Security and Peace of Mind Weiser provides unparalleled security while safeguarding your privacy. All data shared between the lock, the server, and the Weiser app is encrypted, and our servers are exclusively hosted in the US. Our goal is to provide you with the utmost convenience, trust, and safety for your smart living experience. The Weiser App is compatible with all Weiser Halo and Weiser Aura smart locks. Weiser®, a trusted leader in residential security and a registered trademark of ASSA ABLOY Americas Residential Inc., an ASSA ABLOY Group Company.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Weiser at 4.8 against Orbit Home's 2.4. Weiser also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and review sentiment (39% vs 31%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Weiser holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 64 and 87 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of Orbit Home's written reviews are positive against 39% of Weiser's.
Orbit Home ships an update every 2 months, Weiser every 3 months. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.
| Parameter | Orbit Home | Weiser |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.4 (64 ratings) | 4.8 (87 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 31.1% of reviews | 39.2% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 64 | 87 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 347 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Skylink Group | ASSA ABLOY AMERICAS RESIDENTIAL INC. |
Customer experience
Orbit Home
Weiser
User reviews
Orbit Home
From 64 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🤫 Quiet garage door operation
- 📱 Easy-to-use intuitive interface
- 🔔 Real-time door status notifications
- 🌐 Remote access from anywhere
- 💰 Affordable pricing
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezes
- 📡 Unreliable WiFi connectivity issues
- ⏱️ Inconsistent performance (works 60% of the time)
- 🔌 Random disconnections requiring manual resets
- ❌ Cannot open/close door despite showing online status
Weiser
From 87 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🎯 Remote lock/unlock functionality works well
- 👍 User-friendly interface and easy navigation
- 🔐 Convenient guest access management with temporary codes
- 📱 Mobile app provides peace of mind for homeowners
- ⚡ Quick setup process with step-by-step instructions
Room to improve
- 🔋 Excessive battery drain requiring frequent replacements
- 🐛 App connectivity issues and frequent disconnections
- ❌ Account creation and verification code failures
- 🔌 WiFi connection problems and setup difficulties
- 📵 Poor app performance and slow responsiveness
Bugs and requests
Orbit Home
Reported bugs
16 issues- Email verification code entry freezes during signup
- Login timeout errors preventing access
- App won't recognize email addresses when adding users
- WiFi connectivity detection fails despite active connection
- Door opens partially on its own then closes
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- Push notifications delayed by hours
- Door status shows incorrect state (open when closed)
- App crashes after iPhone OS updates
- Cannot complete initial setup process
- Requires multiple setup attempts (5+ times)
- Door won't respond to app commands despite showing online
- Random online/offline status cycling
- Notifications stopped working after recent updates
- App requires login every time despite Face ID enabled
- Advanced WiFi settings (5GHz) cause connection failures
- Door sensor frequently disconnects from WiFi
Requested features
14 requests- Apple HomeKit integration
- Apple Watch app support
- CarPlay support
- Automatic door closing with timer
- Scheduled closing times
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- Notification alerts for doors left open too long
- LED light timer control
- Google Home integration (already exists but needs improvement)
- Dark mode
- Home screen widget for quick access
- Siri voice control support
- Door open duration alerts
- Light status toggle indicator
- Two-way voice/camera integration improvements
Weiser
Reported bugs
16 issues- Account creation fails with 'no internet' error despite connectivity
- Verification codes not being sent to email or phone
- Password reset functionality broken
- App logout not properly applying password protection
- Auto-unlock stops working after software updates
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- Notification toggle settings not persisting
- Lock/unlock by location triggering false error notifications
- Bluetooth pairing fails during setup process
- WiFi reconnection drops after initial setup
- App crashes when deleting user profiles
- Fingerprint data not retained longer than 24 hours
- Lock status not updating in app
- Proximity unlock triggering from excessive distance
- MFA verification screen freezing
- Device not found errors requiring factory resets
- App becomes unresponsive during firmware updates
Requested features
10 requests- Scheduling/automation features for automatic locking at bedtime
- HomeKit integration support
- Adjustable geofencing radius for auto-unlock
- Press-and-hold unlock to prevent accidental unlocks
- Improved Face ID login reliability
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- Battery monitoring and low-battery alerts
- Rechargeable battery compatibility
- Custom lock photos in settings
- Better cold weather performance
- Improved Bluetooth connection stability
In-app purchases
Orbit Home
No in-app purchases
Weiser
No in-app purchases









