# BBguarder vs Kemo

BBguarder and Kemo both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 89% of BBguarder's written reviews are positive against 17% of Kemo's. BBguarder also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). Kemo's advantage is ratings volume (92K vs 15) and chart position (#49 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BBguarder sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Kemo sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for BBguarder against 4.6 for Kemo. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Kemo has 92K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 89% of BBguarder's written reviews are positive against 17% of Kemo's.

BBguarder ships an update every 10 days, Kemo every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BBguarder | Kemo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bbguarder/id1483883043/reviews) | **[4.6 (92K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kemo/id1484584645/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 15 | **92K** |
| Positive reviews | **89.5% of reviews** | 17.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#49** |
| Size | 63 MB | 168 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [东 王](https://appshunter.io/developer/1481445829) | [NumLake Tech Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1812597874) |

## What reviewers say

### BBguarder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bbguarder/id1483883043)

This app enhances personal safety by automatically sending location-based text messages to emergency contacts when activated. It works with a smart safety device or can be used independently for quick alerts. Setup is simple and contacts receive standard SMS messages.

**Highlights:** Connects to smart personal safety devices, Automatic location text messages to emergency contacts, Quick SOS functionality without a smart device, Easy setup in under a minute, Add up to 3 emergency contacts, Contacts receive standard SMS messages

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP (Basic benefits/month) | $0.99 | per month |
| VIP ( Premium Benefits/month) | $1.99 | per month |
| VIP (Basic benefits/year) | $10.99 | per year |
| VIP ( Premium Benefits/year) | $21.49 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Good for contacting friends
- 👍 Useful for arranging gatherings
- 👍 Better than most chatting apps
- 👍 Provides peace of mind

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😞 Scam/Doesn't work
- 😞 Poor instructions
- 😞 App doesn't send code
- 😞 Unable to create account
- 😞 Subscription required for advanced benefits

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't send code for account creation
- Protection timer locked at zero
- App doesn't work after connecting
- Hackers in the app
- Cannot call on app, only web

**Requested features**

- Adjustable protection hours
- More emergency contacts
- User-to-User security features


### Kemo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kemo/id1484584645)

**Currently charting:** #49 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Easily set up your smart home devices and receive instant alerts for visitors or motion. Monitor your home with high-definition video, and communicate with visitors from anywhere. Offers various subscription plans for extended service.

**Highlights:** Easy device setup, Instant visitor/motion alerts, High-definition video monitoring, Two-way audio communication, Remote access from anywhere, Automatic subscription renewal

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cyclic 15 day, use 1 month | $3.99 | per month |
| U-Cyclic 14 day, use 1 year | $19.99 | per year |
| R-cycle 30 day,service 6 month | $28.99 | per 6 months |
| R-Service 6 month,cycle 30 day | $28.99 | per 6 months |
| R-Cyclic 30 day, use 6 month | $28.99 | per 6 months |
| R-Use 6 month,cyclic 30 day | $28.99 | per 6 months |
| RA-Use 1 year,cyclic 30 day | $29.99 | per year |
| R-Cyclic 30 day, use 1 year | $29.99 | per year |
| R-Use 1 year,cyclic 30 day | $29.99 | per year |
| R-Service 1 year,cycle 30 day | $29.99 | per year |
| R-cycle 30 day, service 1 year | $29.99 | per year |
| RA-Cyclic 30 day, use 1 year | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Clear video quality
- 👍 Easy installation
- 🔋 Long-lasting battery
- 💡 Wireless and rechargeable
- 🔒 Decent security features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Delayed motion detection
- 🐛 Unreliable notifications
- 🔒 Forced subscription for cloud storage
- 👎 Poor customer service

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent app crashes
- Inability to format SD card
- Inconsistent battery life
- Randomly logged out of app

**Requested features**

- More customization options
- Faster live video feed
- Ability to view recorded videos without subscription
- Improved motion detection sensitivity


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BBguarder free?

BBguarder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Kemo free?

Kemo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, BBguarder or Kemo?

Kemo is rated higher. BBguarder averages 4.5 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Kemo averages 4.6 from 92K ratings.

### Do BBguarder or Kemo have ads?

Kemo shows ads; BBguarder does not.

### Which is updated more often, BBguarder or Kemo?

BBguarder ships an update every 10 days, and Kemo every 3 weeks. Most recently, BBguarder was updated on October 7, 2026 and Kemo on October 14, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*