Kwikset vs igloodeveloper
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Kwikset
Control and monitor your smart locks remotely, manage guest access with custom codes, and receive instant security alerts. Integrate with popular smart home ecosystems for enhanced automation and peace of mind.
- Remote lock monitoring and control
- Guest access code management
- Instant activity and security alerts
- Multi-home and lock management
- Smart home ecosystem integration (Wi-Fi, Matter)
- Encrypted data security
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At Kwikset, we understand that the locks you choose to protect your home is a decision you do not take lightly. That is why we do not take shortcuts when it comes to quality, because we know that a better lock means better peace of mind. Remote Access Control Monitor the status of your locks and manage your home's access seamlessly from anywhere at any time. Trusted Access Management Share app access with guests or create scheduled or one-time access codes for keyless entry. Instant Activity Alerts Receive instant notifications anytime someone accesses your home, or when invalid codes are entered, or lock tampering occurs. Intuitive Home Management Easily configure and manage multiple homes and locks for complete control. Seamless Integration with Smart Ecosystems Add your lock via Wi-Fi to your preferred smart home ecosystems, including Google Home or Amazon Alexa, or amplify automation through IFTTT. Kwikset’s new Halo Select lock is Matter and Wi-Fi compatible, giving you the same Wi-Fi options as our other Halo locks. With Matter, you can connect to Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, and other Matter hubs via Thread. Matter features may differ from ecosystem to ecosystem. You can check out www.kwikset.com/matter for more information. Security and Peace of Mind Kwikset provides unparalleled security while safeguarding your privacy. All data shared between the lock, the server, and the Kwikset app is encrypted, and our servers are exclusively hosted in the US. Our goal is to provide you with the utmost convenience, trust, and safety for your smart living experience. The Kwikset App is compatible with all Kwikset Halo and Kwikset Aura smart locks. Kwikset®, a trusted leader in residential security and a registered trademark of ASSA ABLOY Americas Residential Inc., an ASSA ABLOY Group Company
igloodeveloper
Manage and provision smart locks within a connected ecosystem. Pair new locks to your account and provision IoT locks with verified providers.
- Provision smart locks
- Pair new locks
- Manage igloodeveloper account
- Provision IoT locks
- Connect with verified IoT providers
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The igloodeveloper app allows users to provision their locks within the igloodeveloper ecosystem. Through the igloodeveloper app, you can pair new locks your igloodeveloper account for use with the igloodeveloper APIs. Through the igloodeveloper app, you can also provision IoT locks with a verified IoT provider in your locale. For more information, please visit https://developer.igloocompany.co
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ratings volume: Kwikset at 60K against igloodeveloper's 1. On price, rating, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
igloodeveloper holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Kwikset has 60K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Kwikset ships an update every 3 months, igloodeveloper every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Kwikset | igloodeveloper |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (60K ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 47.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 60K — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 356 MB | 76 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ASSA ABLOY AMERICAS RESIDENTIAL INC. | Igloohome Inc. |
Customer experience
Kwikset
igloodeveloper
Bugs and requests
Kwikset
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes and freezes
- Inability to update firmware
- Inconsistent lock status reporting
- Pairing failures with Bluetooth and WiFi
Requested features
4 requests- Customizable notifications
- Ability to manage multiple locks
- Scheduled auto-lock feature
- Integration with smart home platforms
igloodeveloper
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Kwikset
No in-app purchases
igloodeveloper
No in-app purchases
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