Comparison

Weiser vs Paramount

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

About

Paramount

Manage your rental property with ease. Make secure online payments, submit maintenance requests, and receive important community updates and announcements directly from your building. Enjoy the convenience of concierge services right from your smartphone.

Highlights
  • Secure online rental payments
  • Submit maintenance requests
  • Building outage notifications
  • Community announcements
  • Concierge services
Features
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The Paramount Property Residential Services App offers all the convenience of concierge service in the palm of your hand. With the app you can make secure on-line rental payments, submit maintenance requests, stay informed on building outages and general announcements in your community.

Screenshots

Weiser4 screens
Paramount4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Weiser at 4.8 against Paramount's 4.0. Weiser also leads on ratings volume (100 vs 1) and review sentiment (40% vs 26%). Paramount's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Weiser holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. 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 26% of Paramount's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Weiser ships an update every 3 months, Paramount every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Weiser versus Paramount: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWeiserParamount
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (100 ratings) — better4.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews39.8% of reviews — better25.8% of reviews
Number of ratings100 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size356 MB63 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperASSA ABLOY AMERICAS RESIDENTIAL INC.Yardi Systems, Inc.

Customer experience

Weiser

All ratings96 ratings
Positive96.9%
Neutral2.1%
Negative1.0%
Written reviews128 reviews
Positive39.8%
Neutral12.5%
Negative47.7%

Paramount

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews31 reviews
Positive25.8%
Neutral6.5%
Negative67.7%

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

Paramount

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Weiser

No in-app purchases

None

Paramount

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Weiser free?
Weiser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Paramount free?
Paramount is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Weiser or Paramount?
Weiser is rated higher. Weiser averages 4.8 out of 5 from 100 ratings, while Paramount averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Weiser or Paramount have ads?
Neither Weiser nor Paramount shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Weiser or Paramount?
Weiser ships an update every 3 months, and Paramount every 6 months. Most recently, Weiser was updated on October 29, 2026 and Paramount on October 24, 2026.

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