G1 Group vs Essence MyShield
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
G1 Group
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G1-smart security is holistic system that provides a single and intuitive interface for interactive security, smart automation, video monitoring and energy management solutions. The technology connects all the major devices in business or houses, and provides a unified system that makes the property safer, smarter and more efficient.
Essence MyShield
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The Essence Smart Security is a one-stop-shop to manage the market-leading security management solutions โ MyShield all-in-one security intervention smoke generating device and the WeR@Home+ security management platform. The MyShield all-in-one intruder intervention device can be used either as a standalone solution connected to 5G CAT-M networks or integrated into any existing security system. It addresses the growing demand for pre-emptive intruder prevention, boosting protection of homes and businesses by forcing intruders out of premises before they are able to do harm. Its versatile design makes it ideal for use in a range of residential and commercial settings. The integrated, easy-to-install system includes a passive infrared (PIR) motion detector, a high-definition video camera with recording capabilities for video verification, voice announcements, and a proprietary smoke generator that fills a room within seconds with a veil of harmless yet disorienting smoke to force intruders out of premises. Standalone โ Standalone solution offers independent end-user monitoring and activation All-in-one โ full security system in one device: HD camera, motion detector, voice capabilities and smoke diffuser Proactive โ End-user immediate response to threats, without the uncertainty of on-prem security response Low touch - Simple installation, installation, small form factor, battery powered, low maintenance.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Essence MyShield at monthly against G1 Group's every 2 months. Essence MyShield also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
G1 Group ships an update every 2 months, Essence MyShield monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | G1 Group | Essence MyShield |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 13.0 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 378 MB | 49 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | G1 Security Technologies Ltd | Meishar Immediate Community Ltd. |
In-app purchases
G1 Group
No in-app purchases
Essence MyShield
No in-app purchases
Questions
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