Comparison

ZSmart vs ISSY APP

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

Head to head
About

ZSmart

Control and manage your ZKTeco smart home devices from a single app. Monitor security cameras, locks, and alarms, and automate lighting and plugs with voice commands via compatible smart assistants.

Highlights
  • Remote lock and unlock management
  • Real-time security camera viewing
  • See and speak to visitors via video doorbell
  • Smart alarm system control
  • Adjustable smart bulb brightness and color
  • Automated smart plug scheduling
  • Voice control with Amazon Echo/Google Nest
Features
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ZKTeco's smart home security system is an all-in-one IoT solution for the end users. Benefited from this smart and powerful system, we could enjoy a seamless experience with various smart home devices in one mobile App -- ZSmart. More importantly, when paired with a compatible Amazon Echo or Google Nest device, you can enjoy full hands-free control with voice commands. With ZSmart App, you can manage and control all the products in one App: - Smart Door Lock: Unlock and manage the lock from anywhere - Security Camera: View surveillance videos in real time - Video Doorbell: See & speak to visitors from anywhere - Alarm System: Protect the house with smart alarm system - Smart Bulb: Change the brightness or color as need - Smart Plug: Turn on or off automatically at a specific schedule - Smart Light Switch: Switch on or off anytime, anywhere If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. E-mail: sales@zkteco.com Website: www.zkteco.com

About

ISSY APP

Features
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ISSY is your all-in-one app for community management. KEY FEATURES: - ACCESS CONTROL - Generate secure QR codes for your visitors - RESERVATIONS - Book common areas and amenities - ANNOUNCEMENTS - Stay updated with community news - PERSONAL FINANCE - Track expenses and budgets - INCIDENTS - Report and follow up on issues - SECURITY - Biometric authentication (Face ID / Touch ID) Simplify your residential life with ISSY. Questions? Email us at info@joinissy.com

Screenshots

ZSmart4 screens
ISSY APP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: ISSY APP at every 3 weeks against ZSmart's every 7 months. ZSmart's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ZSmart ships an update every 7 months, ISSY APP every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
ZSmart versus ISSY APP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZSmartISSY APP
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (117 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings117 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size169 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZKTeco Inc.JOSUE LUIS BUESO RIVERA

In-app purchases

None

ZSmart

No in-app purchases

None

ISSY APP

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ZSmart free?
ZSmart is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ISSY APP free?
ISSY APP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ZSmart or ISSY APP have ads?
Neither ZSmart nor ISSY APP shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ZSmart or ISSY APP?
ZSmart ships an update every 7 months, and ISSY APP every 3 weeks. Most recently, ZSmart was updated on October 6, 2026 and ISSY APP on September 26, 2026.

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