Hik vs OneControl Security
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Hik
This platform provides Hikvision partners with access to product information, promotions, and marketing materials. It offers tools for efficient customer and device management, remote installation, troubleshooting, and earning rewards.
- SADP Tool on Mobile App
- Product information access
- Promotions and marketing materials
- Online project registration and support
- Remote installation and handover
- System health monitoring
- Rewards and co-branding opportunities
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The Hik-Partner Pro is a new version of Hik-ProConnect, it directly upgrade from Hik-ProConnect. The Hik-Partner Pro one-stop security service platform gives Hikvision partners easy access to all Hikvision product (include Hilook series)informations, promotions, and marketing handouts. Enjoy efficient customer and device management and extended value-added services with roud-the-clock convicence. Top features you will love: Get well prepared in advance ● SADP Tool on Mobile App ● Find product info you need fast ● Stay on the top of promotions, handouts and trends ● Register project online and get support from manufacture ● Design a solution in a snap Install remotely and hand over efficiently ● Customizable quote generation ● Ready-to-use tutorials for installation ● Visualized customer site management ● One-click handover of sites and devices Troubleshoot from any where, any time ● Proactive system health monitoring ● Remote configuration, ● Rich security tools ● Online support ● Timely updates of the RMA process Create extra income & get rewards ● Redeem rewards and services with points ● Co-brand with Hikvision, displaying your brand logo and info on customers’s Hik-Connect ● Create recurring revenue with cloud storage and cloud-based VMS
OneControl Security
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OneControl puts your gate, garage, alarm, and electric fence in your pocket — control and monitor them from anywhere, with real-time updates the moment something changes. CONTROL YOUR GATE AND GARAGE Open and close from anywhere with one tap See live status: open, closed, online, battery level Lock the gate for extra security when needed Set up scheduled triggers for routines like school drop-off SECURE YOUR PERIMETER WITH ELECTRIC FENCE CONTROL Arm and disarm your fence energizer remotely Live status reported straight from the energizer Lock the fence trigger to prevent tampering during maintenance or while away ARM AND DISARM YOUR ALARM Away, Stay, and Sleep arming modes Live zone status and trouble alerts Recent event history at a glance Automatic arm and disarm scheduling, so you never forget SHARE ACCESS SECURELY Invite family, staff, or tenants with their own login Choose exactly what each person can do: remote access, Bluetooth access, and which notifications they receive Revoke access instantly, any time STAY INFORMED Push notifications for gate, fence, and alarm activity, plus battery warnings Works over WiFi or cellular data, so you are in control from anywhere Bluetooth fallback keeps basic control working even without an internet connection BUILT FOR RELIABILITY Live signal and battery monitoring for every device Firmware update notifications so your hardware stays current A free tier covers essential control; upgrade for scheduling and sharing on supported devices Whether you are securing a home, a business, or a rental property, OneControl gives you clear visibility and simple control over the gates, fences, and alarm systems that protect it.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: OneControl Security at none against Hik's 9. OneControl Security also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Hik sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. OneControl Security asks for nothing beyond the download.
Hik ships an update fortnightly, OneControl Security every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Hik | OneControl Security |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (1.1K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 363 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HIKVISION EUROPE B.V. | Cargo Crew Rentals (Pty) Ltd |
Bugs and requests
Hik
Reported bugs
6 issues- Fails to log in, stuck on white screen
- Incorrect time/date configuration
- Motion detection settings not saving
- DDNS not working
- Encoding device issues
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- Intercom issues on iOS
Requested features
4 requests- Landscape mode for iPad
- Remote firmware upgrade
- Advanced event/rule configuration
- Cloud Attendance feature in India
OneControl Security
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Hik
- AllType Device Monthly Package3 variants$2.99
- Network Camera Monthly Package$2.99
- All-Type Device Annual Package$29.99
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- Network Camera Annual Package$29.99
- AllType Device Annual Package$29.99
- Cobranding 1 Year Package$29.99
- All-Type Device Annual Package$34.99
OneControl Security
No in-app purchases









