Comparison

Swann Security vs FireHawk Kiosk

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

Head to head
About

Swann Security

Manage your wired and wireless security systems from a single application. View live feeds from compatible Wi-Fi cameras and DVR/NVR series. Stay connected to your home or business security from anywhere.

Highlights
  • Unified control of security systems
  • Seamless integration of wired and wireless solutions
  • Live viewing of Wi-Fi cameras
  • Compatibility with DVR and NVR series
  • Remote access to security feeds
Features
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With Swann Security, everything is controllable via this single app. Swann’s wired security systems, including all of our latest DVR and NVR series, now work seamlessly with wireless solutions such as Swann's new range of Indoor and Outdoor Wi-Fi security cameras. A list of products that work with this app can be found here: https://www.swann.com/us/apps Please note that other Swann CCTV and IP camera models will not work with this app. This page will be updated as new compatible products are released. Note: This app uses a data stream that will connect to your Swann system via 4G/5G or Wi-Fi. When using 4G/5G, the video from your Swann device may be considered "downloads" by your phone service provider and could contribute to any download limit your phone data plan may have. If you exceed any plan limits you may incur additional usage charges. Consult with your mobile service provider regarding the use of a video streaming app and how it may affect your plan. For assistance with this app, contact Swann Tech Support – tech@swann.com

About

FireHawk Kiosk

Features
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FireHawk Kiosk is the perfect companion to Firehawk CRM and your shop front. Use this to display a catalog of products in a freestanding kiosk in your store. Features: Retail pricing and stock information display Detailed information about each product Product gallery with zoomable images. Support for multiple locations/user access. Controlled entirely from your CRM account, this includes the control of stock, categorization, and individual user access.

Screenshots

Swann Security4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FireHawk Kiosk at none against Swann Security's 11. FireHawk Kiosk also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Swann Security's advantage is chart position (#115 vs unranked) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence and ads 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. Swann Security sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. FireHawk Kiosk asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Swann Security ships an update every 3 weeks, FireHawk Kiosk monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and December 9, 2025 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Swann Security versus FireHawk Kiosk: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSwann SecurityFireHawk Kiosk
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (75K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews25.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings75K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#115 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPad
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size143 MB65 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSwann Communications Pty LtdThrowr Pty Ltd

Bugs and requests

Swann Security

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes frequently
  • Notifications not working as expected
  • Inability to download/save recorded videos
  • Inconsistent time/date stamps on recordings

Requested features

4 requests
  • Allow more camera and settings control from app
  • Improve playback functionality and organization
  • Add option to continuously record instead of motion-based
  • Integrate with smart home platforms like Google/Alexa

FireHawk Kiosk

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Swann Security

Subscriptions11
  • Essential$1.991 Month
  • Extra3 Months trial$4.991 Month
  • ActiveResponse7 Days trial$4.991 Month
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  • Unlimited3 Months trial$12.991 Month
  • Pro7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Pro Video7 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Extra3 Months trial$49.991 Year
  • ActiveResponse$49.991 Year
  • Unlimited3 Months trial$129.991 Year
  • Pro7 Days trial$149.991 Year
  • Pro Video7 Days trial$199.991 Year
None

FireHawk Kiosk

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Swann Security free?
Swann Security is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FireHawk Kiosk free?
FireHawk Kiosk is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Swann Security or FireHawk Kiosk have ads?
Neither Swann Security nor FireHawk Kiosk shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Swann Security or FireHawk Kiosk?
Swann Security ships an update every 3 weeks, and FireHawk Kiosk monthly. Most recently, Swann Security was updated on September 26, 2026 and FireHawk Kiosk on December 9, 2025.

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