Texecom Connect vs Secure Controls
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Texecom Connect
Manage your home or business security system remotely with this intuitive app. Arm/disarm your system, view camera footage, and receive instant notifications. Automate lighting and create custom "if-this-then-that" recipes for a personalized smart environment.
- Remote system arm/disarm
- Instant notifications
- View camera footage
- Streamlined navigation
- Customizable automation recipes
- Encrypted data storage
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Texecom Connect – Smarter. Faster. More Intuitive. Experience the next evolution of smart security with Texecom Connect – designed to make managing your home or business protection simpler, faster, and more personal than ever before. A Fresh New Look The new update introduces a modern, cleaner design that makes it easier to navigate your system at a glance. Enjoy a smoother, more responsive experience across devices, with all key functions right where you expect them. Simpler & Smarter Control Stay in command wherever you are. Arm or disarm your system, receive instant notifications, view camera footage, and manage devices – all from one intuitive screen. Now with Enhanced Usability Built from real user feedback, the updated app makes everyday use effortless: • Streamlined navigation with faster access to areas and zones • Clearer status indicators to instantly see system state • Remote management for added peace of mind Your Home. Your Data. Your Rules. All your security settings and automation controls remain stored safely – fully encrypted and protected. Connected & Customizable Whether you want to automate lighting, trigger cameras, or create your own “if-this-then-that” Recipes, Texecom Connect gives you the flexibility to tailor your environment exactly how you want it. Built for the Future The new version has been engineered for long-term reliability, with future-ready support for upcoming premium features.
Secure Controls
Control your home's heating and hot water remotely or from anywhere with this app. It allows you to view current status, adjust temperatures, set schedules, and receive important alerts. An optional Wi-Fi adapter enables remote access.
- View heating status
- Modify target temperature
- Home-Away feature
- 7-day schedule control
- Device management
- Instant alerts
- Hold temperature
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It works with Secure C1727 and H3747 programmable thermostat displays and temperature sensors. While at home, using Secure Controls app, you would be able to control the heat and hot water from the comfort of your seat. It does not need any internet connection. On adding an optional Wi-Fi adaptor, you will be able to control your heating system from anywhere. Main features View the most up to date heating status of your home View and modify the target temperature as desired One click Home-Away feature to change the target temperature Modify 7 days heating and hot water schedule with simple time and temperature control Add or replace heating control devices with ease Instant alerts about battery life, communication errors and service reminders Hold the target temperature Boost hot water
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: Secure Controls at free against Texecom Connect's ad-supported. Secure Controls also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.1). On price, review sentiment, 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.
Texecom Connect ships an update every 2 months, Secure Controls every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Texecom Connect | Secure Controls |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 8.7% of reviews | 12.1% of reviews — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 11.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 46 MB | 40 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Texecom | Secure Controls (UK) Ltd |
Customer experience
Texecom Connect
Secure Controls
User reviews
Texecom Connect
From App Store reviewsWhat we love
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Efficient remote control
- 🔒 Secure login options
- 💡 Helpful in-app support guide
Room to improve
- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🔍 Lack of clear status information
- ⏱️ Slow response times
- 🔒 Missing biometric login options
- 🔇 Inadequate alarm notification sounds
Secure Controls
From App Store reviewsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to use (for some)
- 👍 Connects effortlessly via Bluetooth (for some)
- 👍 Basic functionality works (for some)
- 👍 Can copy schedule to all days
- 👍 Utilizes solar panels (for some)
Room to improve
- 🐛 Painfully slow to load
- 🐛 Zero notifications
- 🐛 Doesn't work 99% of the time
- 🐛 Spinning donut of death
- 🐛 Cannot connect
Bugs and requests
Texecom Connect
Reported bugs
4 issues- Frequent login failures
- Inconsistent behavior after app updates
- Unresponsive navigation buttons
- Incompatibility with newer iOS devices
Requested features
5 requests- Dark mode option
- Improved event log and notification system
- Automatic alarm arming/disarming schedules
- Integration with smart home platforms
- Apple Watch support
Secure Controls
Reported bugs
38 issues- Spinning donut of death
- Cannot connect
- Boost for water only, not heating
- Display does not show boost countdown correctly
- Settings gear icon not visible on iPhone 11
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- Cannot remove systems
- Schedule doesn't work
- Keeps saying error try again
- Never connects from outside the house
- App keeps crashing
- Disconnects constantly
- App stops working
- Refuses to connect
- Cannot establish communication unless thermostat woken up
- App disconnects when wall controller goes into standby
- Doesn't connect reliably
- App is terrible
- Never connects to the unit
- Impossible to add another user
- 6 digit OTP issue, app only gives 5 slots
- Keeps crashing and getting disconnected
- Cannot get into the app
- No Apple update
- Comms error on PTD
- Wants to re-register system
- App loses heating system immediately
- App loses system after a day
- Scan QR code, re-pair on Bluetooth needed
- Loses comms halfway through
- Sends verification code but doesn't register number
- Keyboard disappears immediately
- Paired but wouldn't connect to Wi-Fi
- App kept crashing and disconnected
- App doesn't work when not at home
- Crashes every time
- App does not work
- Horrid app
- Doesn't pair device
Requested features
11 requests- Add immersion timing to app
- API for home assistant
- Edit button to name devices
- Apply boost to upstairs heating
- Local Siri Shortcuts integration
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- Public API for plugins
- Ability to switch 'off peak' on for short period
- Automate boiler for cheapest intervals
- Reduce minimum timer on hot water
- 10 or 15 minute intervals for boosts
- Boost for heating, not just water
In-app purchases
Texecom Connect
No in-app purchases
Secure Controls
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Texecom Connect free?
Is Secure Controls free?
Do Texecom Connect or Secure Controls have ads?
Which is updated more often, Texecom Connect or Secure Controls?
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