zComms vs ElecKeeper
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
zComms
Transform your Ness security panel into a smart home hub. This application enables Z-Wave device control and push notifications through your mobile device via a Ness Z-Wave Gateway.
- Z-Wave device control
- Smart home integration
- Push notifications
- Rule engine for automation
- Remote access via mobile
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Ness zComms turns your Ness D8 / D16 Security Panels into a smart home with Z-Wave Control. This app talks though the Ness Z-Wave Gateway to give your D8 / D16 alarm panel Z-Wave control with your mobile device. zComms has a simple and powerful rule engine to control your Z-Wave devices and receive push notifications over the internet. * Requires D8 / D16 version firmware 7.8 or above for D8/D16 integration. * Requires Ness IP232 Module (101-244) configured to your D8 / D16 for panel to work with app. Not included or supplied with Ness Z-Wave Gateway or App.
ElecKeeper
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Elevate your energy management with ElecKeeper, the all-in-one app that puts real-time control of your storage system in the palm of your hand. Instantly view system data, manage power usage, and track your earnings with ease. Instant Data Display: Access live stats on power, battery health, and system performance. Direct System Commands: Send operational instructions to your storage system remotely for immediate response. Earnings Tracker: Watch your energy savings grow and calculate your financial benefits on the go.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: zComms at monthly against ElecKeeper's every 4 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
zComms ships an update monthly, ElecKeeper every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | zComms | ElecKeeper |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | β |
| Update frequency | Monthly β better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | β |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 178 MB | 141 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Ness Corporation Pty Limited | ε»ΊεΌΊ θ |
In-app purchases
zComms
No in-app purchases
ElecKeeper
No in-app purchases
