Comparison

FADT SecureConnect vs Be

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

Head to head
About

FADT SecureConnect

Monitor and control your home or business security, video, energy, and automation systems remotely. Receive real-time awareness and instant remote control for peace of mind, wherever you are. Requires a compatible system and interactive service plan.

Highlights
  • Real-time monitoring
  • Remote control
  • Video monitoring
  • Energy management
  • Home automation
  • Interactive security
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With an SecureConnect security system, you can monitor and control your home or business in real-time and from anywhere. SecureConnect’s interactive security, video monitoring, energy management, and home automation solutions give you instant awareness and remote control for the places you care about most. Note: This app requires a compatible system and an interactive Fidelity ADT service plan. Feature availability varies based on system, equipment, and service plan. Visit www.adt.co.za for more information.

About

Be

Features
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Be Local is your ultimate travel companion, designed to help you explore towns like a local. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or an extended vacation, Be Local makes it easy to find the best activities, cozy accommodations, must-visit restaurants, and hidden gems all in one place. Launching in the stunning Robertson Wine Valley, our app ensures effortless trip planning and connects you with authentic experiences tailored to your preferences. More than just a travel guide, Be Local supports local businesses by helping you discover exclusive deals, events, and promotions. With its user-friendly design and real-time notifications, you’ll always stay in the loop about what’s happening nearby. Download Be Local today and start exploring towns like never before—travel like a local, wherever you go!

Screenshots

FADT SecureConnect4 screens
Be4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: FADT SecureConnect at none against Be's shown. Be's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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

FADT SecureConnect ships an update every 3 months, Be every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
FADT SecureConnect versus Be: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFADT SecureConnectBe
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 8 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size366 MB59 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperFidelity ADTArnold Hattingh

In-app purchases

None

FADT SecureConnect

No in-app purchases

None

Be

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FADT SecureConnect free?
FADT SecureConnect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Be free?
Be is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do FADT SecureConnect or Be have ads?
Be shows ads; FADT SecureConnect does not.
Which is updated more often, FADT SecureConnect or Be?
FADT SecureConnect ships an update every 3 months, and Be every 8 days. Most recently, FADT SecureConnect was updated on October 7, 2026 and Be on October 14, 2026.

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