# RControl vs DMSS

RControl and DMSS both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 89% of DMSS's written reviews are positive against 30% of RControl's. DMSS also leads on ratings volume (79K vs 4.1K) and chart position (#160 vs unranked). RControl's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DMSS sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. RControl asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for RControl against 4.8 for DMSS. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DMSS has 79K ratings behind it against 4.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 30% of RControl's written reviews are positive against 89% of DMSS's.

RControl ships an update every 3 weeks, DMSS every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 15, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | RControl | DMSS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (4.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rcontrol/id1463597829/reviews) | [4.8 (79K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dmss/id1493268178/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4.1K | **79K** |
| Positive reviews | 30.0% of reviews | **89.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#160** |
| Size | 106 MB | 470 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [M2M Services Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/888212026) | [DongBin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1757539852) |

## What reviewers say

### RControl

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rcontrol/id1463597829)

Transform your existing alarm panel into a smart security system. This app allows remote control of your alarm, zone monitoring, and real-time event notifications. Manage multiple locations and access historical data for enhanced home security.

**Highlights:** Remotely arm and disarm alarm system, Monitor alarm system status and zones, Bypass zones, Real-time event notifications, Review 12 months of event history, Control multiple locations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and easy to use
- 🔒 Secure and reliable
- 👍 Convenient remote access

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues and app crashes
- ⏱️ Slow response times
- 🔍 Lack of status indicators

**Reported bugs**

- Login/password reset problems
- Sync with panel issues
- Freezing and unresponsiveness

**Requested features**

- Stay mode arm/disarm option
- User activity logs
- Customizable zone display


### DMSS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dmss/id1493268178)

**Currently charting:** #160 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Monitor your home or business security with real-time live video feeds and playback. Receive instant notifications for triggered alarms and manage access control. Share device access with family and utilize visual intercom features.

**Highlights:** Real-time live video streaming, Video playback by date and event, Instant alarm notifications, Device sharing with permissions, Alarm hub for various sensors, Visual intercom with remote unlock, Access control status and history

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 90-Day 4G Data Plan | $0.69 | one-time |
| 180 days unlimited data usage | $0.90 | one-time |
| Monthly Basic Plan | $3.49 | one-time |
| Monthly Basic Plan - Dual-lens | $6.90 | one-time |
| Monthly Pro Plan | $6.99 | one-time |
| Monthly 4G Data Plan | $10.00 | one-time |
| Monthly Pro Plan - Dual-lens | $13.90 | one-time |
| Annual Basic Plan | $34.99 | one-time |
| Annual Basic Plan - Dual-lens | $69.90 | one-time |
| Annual Pro Plan | $69.99 | one-time |
| Annual 4G Data Plan | $90.00 | one-time |
| Annual Pro Plan - Dual-lens | $139.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent app for security camera monitoring
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use interface
- 🔒 Real-time alerts and ability to view cameras anytime
- 🔍 Top-notch image quality and streaming speed
- 👍 User-friendly and reliable system

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional connection issues and app crashes
- 🐛 Playback functionality can be unreliable or difficult to use
- 🐛 Notifications and alarm settings can be inconsistent
- 🐛 Time/date display issues, especially with daylight savings
- 🐛 Difficulty finding and reviewing specific recorded events

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent connection and playback issues
- Notifications not working as expected
- Time/date display problems
- Crashes and freezes when using certain features

**Requested features**

- Ability to turn cameras on/off individually within the app
- Faster forward/rewind options for playback
- Custom notification sounds
- More flexible scheduling and notification settings
- Improved integration with other smart home/security devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RControl free?

RControl is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is DMSS free?

DMSS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, RControl or DMSS?

RControl and DMSS are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 4.1K and 79K ratings respectively.

### Do RControl or DMSS have ads?

Neither RControl nor DMSS shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, RControl or DMSS?

RControl ships an update every 3 weeks, and DMSS every 10 days. Most recently, RControl was updated on October 15, 2026 and DMSS on October 15, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*