eSmartLock vs Botslab
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
eSmartLock
Control your smart locks remotely and eliminate the need for traditional keys. This app offers a convenient way to manage access and avoid the hassle of lost keys.
- Smart lock mobile client
- Keyless entry
- Remote lock control
- Eliminate traditional keys
- Avoid lost key hassle
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eSmartLock is a smart lock mobile client software, which is close to life. Get rid of the constraints of traditional keys and avoid the hassle of losing keys.
Botslab
This application offers smart home control tools designed to enhance your daily life with greater convenience. It provides a centralized platform for managing various smart home devices and functionalities.
- Smart home control
- Convenient living
- Device management
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Smart home control tools provide you with a more convenient life. Privacy Policy: https://h5.botslab.com/cms/app/privacy_agreement_zh_cn.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Botslab at 3.7 against eSmartLock's 2.3. Botslab also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). eSmartLock's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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. eSmartLock sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Botslab sells 24 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Botslab holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 159 and 260 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 32% of eSmartLock's written reviews are positive against 36% of Botslab's.
eSmartLock ships an update every 2 months, Botslab fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | eSmartLock | Botslab |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.3 (159 ratings) | 3.7 (260 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 31.8% of reviews | 35.6% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 159 | 260 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 12.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 66 MB | 483 MB |
| Age rating | +4 | 17+ |
| Developer | Shenzhen Elink Smart Co., Ltd. | BOTSLAB INC. |
Customer experience
eSmartLock
Botslab
User reviews
eSmartLock
From 159 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Fingerprint unlock works reliably
- 🔒 Secure access control
- ⚡ Quick setup once working
- 📱 Apple Watch integration available
- 🔋 Long battery life
Room to improve
- 🐛 Registration process extremely problematic
- 🐛 Bluetooth connectivity issues and frequent disconnections
- 📵 App crashes and won't load
- 🔐 Mandatory account registration required
- ❌ Poor user experience and confusing navigation
Botslab
From 260 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Clear and responsive video
- 🔒 Good security features
- 💡 Versatile and customizable
Room to improve
- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Unreliable app performance
- 🔋 Short battery life
- 🕰️ Slow video playback and loading
Bugs and requests
eSmartLock
Reported bugs
19 issues- Cannot complete registration - password validation fails
- App won't accept valid passwords meeting stated requirements
- Bluetooth disconnects within seconds of connection
- Lock icon displays incorrect state (always shows unlocked)
- Fingerprint reader fails to save or update fingerprints
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- App loses connection to lock randomly
- User management section disappears from app
- Cards stop working after app download
- Card reconnection function doesn't work
- Watch app stays in 'connecting' state indefinitely
- App won't load past opening screen
- Fingerprint placement sensitivity too strict
- Power-saving mode popup appears in Chinese despite English selection
- Cannot create new user accounts
- Password reset and account recovery broken
- Logout doesn't clear stored credentials
- Keyboard input issues in password/security question fields
- Bluetooth pairing fails after initial setup
- Lock won't recognize fingerprints in rain or when wet
Requested features
12 requests- Apple Watch standalone app without phone requirement
- Widget integration for quick access
- Apple Home integration
- Single-button unlock without opening app
- Account password reset functionality
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- Battery level indicator in app
- Ability to keep door unlocked without complex scheduling
- Remote access to activity logs without physical lock
- Improved Bluetooth range
- QR code sharing for easy user addition
- Account sharing between family members
- Siri control on Apple Watch
Botslab
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes and freezes
- Inability to connect to cameras
- Inconsistent video recording
- Mapping and room management issues
Requested features
4 requests- Improve video editing capabilities
- Add multi-user support
- Enhance motion detection sensitivity
- Provide more customization options
In-app purchases
eSmartLock
- Cloud Storage 30-day (7)$1.99
- Cloud Storage 180-day (7)$6.99
- Cloud Storage 360-day (7)$9.99
Botslab
- Basic Plan (monthly)$2.991 Month
- Pro Plan (monthly)$4.991 Month
- Premium Plan (monthly)$8.991 Month
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- Basic Plan (annual)$19.991 Year
- Pro Plan (annual)1 Month trial$29.991 Year
- Plus Plan (30-day)-Annual$49.991 Year
- Basic Plan (one month)$2.99
- 7-day Video History(Month)$3.99
- 14-day Video History(Month)$5.99
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- 30-day Video History(Month)$6.99
- Basic Plan (Month)$6.99
- 7day-Year Video History$12.99
- 7day-Year Video History(3 off)$14.99
- 7day-Year Video History(8 off)$14.99
- Plus Plan（Month)$15.99
- Basic Plan (one year)$19.90
- 7-day Video History(Year)$22.99
- Pro Plan (one year)$29.99
- Basic Plan (7-Day History)-yr.$34.99
- Basic Plan（Year)$44.90
- Basic Plan (Year)$49.99
- 14-day Video History(Year)$59.99
- 30-day Video History(Year)$59.99
- Plus Plan（Year)$129.99
