Comparison

IST vs Blusafe Smart

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

Head to head
About

IST

Features
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Main functions: - Monitor live video streaming from ipdoorbell/ipcamera through 2G/3G/4G connection. - Snapshot picture from live video. - Two-way audio monitor (Simplex or duplex refer to actual model). - Support call notification for IPdoorbell or motion detection alarm for ip camera. - Support QRCode scan/LAN search/Manually input UID.

About

Blusafe Smart

Control your smart lock remotely using your phone or fingerprint. Grant temporary or permanent access to guests, monitor usage history, and receive battery status alerts. Manage multiple locks and properties from a single, secure interface.

Highlights
  • Remote lock/unlock via Wi-Fi
  • Fingerprint, key-card, and code management
  • Share permanent or temporary e-keys
  • View detailed usage history
  • Customizable notifications
  • Manage multiple locks
  • Battery status monitoring
Features
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The Blusafe App expands the definition of truly keyless. As well as your fingerprint, control your smart lock from your phone for even more convenience. Compatible with Blusafe Smart Locks/Handles, combine the Wi-Fi hub to control your smart lock from anywhere in the world. Share e-Keys with guests, view usage history and control access all from one place. - Lock/Unlock your door from anywhere in the world when connected to Wi-Fi - Manage stored fingerprints, key-cards and codes, easily removing access when required - Share permanent or temporary keys with family, friends or guests, to give controlled access to your home - Monitor your lock history for a detailed log of who used the door and when - Customise notifications to be alerted on what you want, when you want - Manage multiple locks or properties in one secure location - See battery status and receive warnings with notice well in advance Visit blusafesolutions.com for more information and to find your local reseller. - Lock/Unlock your door from anywhere in the world when connected to Wi-Fi - Manage stored fingerprints, key-cards and codes, easily removing access when required - Share permanent or temporary keys with family, friends or guests, to give controlled access to your home - Monitor your lock history for a detailed log of who used the door and when - Customise notifications to be alerted on what you want, when you want - Manage multiple locks or properties in one secure location - See battery status and receive warnings with notice well in advance Visit blusafesolutions.com for more information and to find your local reseller.

Screenshots

IST3 screens
Blusafe Smart4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Blusafe Smart at every 11 months against IST's every 37 months. IST's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 11.0). On price, ads, 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

IST ships an update every 37 months, Blusafe Smart every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and June 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
IST versus Blusafe Smart: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterISTBlusafe Smart
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.8 (5 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—5 — better
Update frequencyEvery 37 monthsEvery 11 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better11.0
Further details — not scored
Size137 MB185 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIST-MyDoorNingbo Tianbao Hardware Co., Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

IST

No in-app purchases

None

Blusafe Smart

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is IST free?
IST is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Blusafe Smart free?
Blusafe Smart is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do IST or Blusafe Smart have ads?
Neither IST nor Blusafe Smart shows ads.
Which is updated more often, IST or Blusafe Smart?
IST ships an update every 37 months, and Blusafe Smart every 11 months. Most recently, IST was updated on September 9, 2026 and Blusafe Smart on June 5, 2026.

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