Kwikset vs GeekSmart
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
GeekSmart
Manage your smart home devices and family's connected health data. Seamlessly sync body fat scale metrics like BMI and weight to Apple Health for a comprehensive view of your well-being.
- Smart device management
- Family smart home control
- Healthkit integration
- Body fat scale data sync
- BMI and weight tracking
- Apple Health data consolidation
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GeekSmart is a smart home management platform that provides a variety of smart device management for the family, and makes our lives more convenient and smarter through it. GeekSmart has been connected to Healthkit, which will seamlessly connect your health records using the body fat scale to Apple Health, such as BMI, weight, height, fat percentage, etc. can be found in Apple Health's body measurement, allowing you to get a clear picture Comprehensive health data. You need to enable the health privacy permission for GeekSmart.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Kwikset at 4.8 against GeekSmart's 2.8. Kwikset also leads on review sentiment (48% vs 11%) and ratings volume (60K vs 196). GeekSmart's advantage is update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.
Kwikset holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Kwikset has 60K ratings behind it against 196, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of Kwikset's written reviews are positive against 11% of GeekSmart's.
Kwikset ships an update every 3 months, GeekSmart every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Kwikset | GeekSmart |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (60K ratings) — better | 2.8 (196 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 47.9% of reviews — better | 11.1% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 60K — better | 196 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 4 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 11.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 356 MB | 222 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ASSA ABLOY AMERICAS RESIDENTIAL INC. | GEEK TECHNOLOGY CO. LTD. |
Customer experience
Kwikset
GeekSmart
User reviews
Kwikset
From 60K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🔒 Secure access
- 👍 Convenient remote control
- 👍 Helpful for short-term rentals
- 👍 Great design
Room to improve
- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🔋 Battery life problems
- 🐛 Unreliable app performance
- 🐛 Firmware update challenges
- 🐛 Difficult setup and pairing
GeekSmart
From 196 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy physical installation
- 🔒 Fingerprint recognition works reliably
- 🔑 Multiple access methods (keys, fobs, fingerprint, passcodes)
- 🎨 Attractive design and appearance
- ⚡ Low battery consumption
Room to improve
- 🐛 Bluetooth connectivity issues and frequent disconnections
- 🐛 App crashes and freezes regularly
- 🐛 Devices disappear from app after updates
- 🔐 Security vulnerability - fingerprint sensor too sensitive, unlocks with any touch
- ⏱️ Slow Bluetooth connection (10+ seconds to connect)
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
GeekSmart
Reported bugs
18 issues- Bluetooth won't connect or reconnects intermittently
- App login requires verification code that never arrives
- White blank screen when adding device to app
- App deletes device after updates requiring full re-setup
- Fingerprint sensor accepts unauthorized touches
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- Auto-lock activates when disabled
- App freezes when trying to refresh or access devices
- Cannot add gateway or enable remote access
- Biometric reader stops accepting registered fingerprints
- App logout/login loop requiring reinstall
- iOS version incompatible with newer iOS versions (16.6+)
- Automations tab non-functional, actions erase after saving
- Device list scrolls uncontrollably preventing selection
- Spelling errors throughout app (fingerprint misspelled)
- Add Device button shows empty page
- Support contact features non-functional in app
- Request timeout errors during account creation
- Cannot retrieve password reset codes
Requested features
10 requests- Complete mute option for unlock sounds
- Wi-Fi connectivity option (instead of only Bluetooth)
- Persistent lock status display without clicking
- Swap red/green indicator colors (green for unlocked, red for locked)
- Passage mode and security mode functionality in app
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- Longer charging cable or wireless charging
- Remove or relocate advertisements
- Disable auto-login requirement
- Support for older lock models in app
- Ability to delete or modify user accounts in app
In-app purchases
Kwikset
No in-app purchases
GeekSmart
No in-app purchases
