Weiser vs Simply
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.
Simply
Control your entire smart home ecosystem from a single interface. Manage thermostats, security devices, lighting, audio/video, and more. Integrate various automation systems and IoT gadgets for a unified smart living experience.
- Smart thermostat control
- Security camera management
- Lighting and blind automation
- Audio/video equipment control
- Intercom functionality
- Integration of IoT gadgets
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Simply app is a complete smart home control system that allows you to control smart thermostats, smoke and CO detectors, security cameras, doorbell cameras and more. With this app you can extend your installation integrating different automation systems, multimedia and IoT gadgets in one app and one interface. Simply Smart Home App can be used to control of all functions of Smart home: • security • climate • lighting, blinds and shutters • audio/video equipment • intercom
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Verdict
Weiser and Simply both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 77% of Simply's written reviews are positive against 40% of Weiser's. Simply also leads on iOS requirement (12.2 vs 16.0). Weiser's advantage is ratings volume (100 vs 1) and update cadence (every 3 months vs every 9 months). On price, rating, 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.
Simply holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Weiser has 100 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of Weiser's written reviews are positive against 77% of Simply's.
Weiser ships an update every 3 months, Simply every 9 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.
| Parameter | Weiser | Simply |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (100 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 39.8% of reviews | 76.9% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 100 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months — better | Every 9 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 12.2 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 356 MB | 189 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ASSA ABLOY AMERICAS RESIDENTIAL INC. | Simply Smart Home Inc. |
Customer experience
Weiser
Simply
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
Simply
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Weiser
No in-app purchases
Simply
No in-app purchases
