Weiser vs Napoleon Home
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Weiser
Control and monitor your smart locks remotely, granting access to guests with scheduled or one-time codes. Receive instant alerts for lock activity and manage multiple properties with ease. Integrates with popular smart home ecosystems for enhanced automation and security.
- Remote lock monitoring and control
- Guest access code management
- Instant activity and tamper alerts
- Multi-home and lock management
- Smart home ecosystem integration (Google Home, Alexa, Matter)
- Encrypted data security
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At Weiser, 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. Weiser’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 ca.weiserlock.com/matter for more information Security and Peace of Mind Weiser provides unparalleled security while safeguarding your privacy. All data shared between the lock, the server, and the Weiser 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 Weiser App is compatible with all Weiser Halo and Weiser Aura smart locks. Weiser®, a trusted leader in residential security and a registered trademark of ASSA ABLOY Americas Residential Inc., an ASSA ABLOY Group Company.
Napoleon Home
Manage and monitor all your compatible smart home devices from a single application. Control settings like temperature, lighting, and timers remotely. Receive automatic firmware updates for enhanced functionality and security.
- Remote device control and monitoring
- Device status overview
- Timer and temperature settings
- Light adjustment
- Automatic firmware updates
- Secure device registration
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With Napoleon Home, you can control and monitor all compatible Napoleon devices from anywhere - all in one app. Napoleon Home Lets You: - Register Napoleon smart devices to a Napoleon Home account securely and easily. - Control and monitor devices from anywhere, as long as the device and smartphone are connected to the internet. - Features include; setting timers, changing and monitoring temperatures, adjusting light settings, and turning your favorite Napoleon devices on or off. - See the on/off status and connection status of all devices at once through the device list. - Firmware updates are automatically applied for improved features and functionality of Napoleon smart devices. Compatible devices: -Stylus Cara Elite (Electric Fireplace) -EQHub smart thermostat -Astound Electric fireplace -Luminex Electric fireplace -Elevation Electric fireplace -Elevation X Electric fireplace -Rosedale Electric Fireplace -Prestige connected -Rogue EQ 365 -ACCU-PROBE™ PRO X -Prestige PRO connected App requirements: - iOS 16.0 or later Required access permissions: - Bluetooth: To securely connect the device with a Napoleon Home account for the first time.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Weiser at 4.8 against Napoleon Home's 3.8. Weiser also leads on review sentiment (40% vs 30%). Napoleon Home's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, ratings volume, ads 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Weiser holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 100 and 44 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of Weiser's written reviews are positive against 30% of Napoleon Home's.
Weiser ships an update every 3 months, Napoleon Home monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Weiser | Napoleon Home |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (100 ratings) — better | 3.8 (44 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 39.8% of reviews — better | 29.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 100 — better | 44 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 356 MB | 210 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | ASSA ABLOY AMERICAS RESIDENTIAL INC. | Napoleon |
Customer experience
Weiser
Napoleon Home
Bugs and requests
Weiser
Reported bugs
16 issues- Account creation fails with 'no internet' error despite connectivity
- Verification codes not being sent to email or phone
- Password reset functionality broken
- App logout not properly applying password protection
- Auto-unlock stops working after software updates
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- Notification toggle settings not persisting
- Lock/unlock by location triggering false error notifications
- Bluetooth pairing fails during setup process
- WiFi reconnection drops after initial setup
- App crashes when deleting user profiles
- Fingerprint data not retained longer than 24 hours
- Lock status not updating in app
- Proximity unlock triggering from excessive distance
- MFA verification screen freezing
- Device not found errors requiring factory resets
- App becomes unresponsive during firmware updates
Requested features
10 requests- Scheduling/automation features for automatic locking at bedtime
- HomeKit integration support
- Adjustable geofencing radius for auto-unlock
- Press-and-hold unlock to prevent accidental unlocks
- Improved Face ID login reliability
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- Battery monitoring and low-battery alerts
- Rechargeable battery compatibility
- Custom lock photos in settings
- Better cold weather performance
- Improved Bluetooth connection stability
Napoleon Home
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Weiser
No in-app purchases
Napoleon Home
No in-app purchases









