CBI Home vs SmartArx
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CBI Home
This application allows for remote control of various devices from anywhere. Users can set up custom automations and scenarios based on device variables, and share control with others. Receive custom notifications for switching paraphernalia.
- Remote device control
- Control multiple devices
- Custom automation scheduling
- Scenario creation
- Device control sharing
- Custom notifications
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Remotely control CBI switching paraphernalia Control multiple devices with one App from anywhere Schedule custom automation and scenarios based on device specific variables Share device control with other users Custom notifications switching paraphernalia Control multiple devices with one App from anywhereSchedule custom automation and scenarios based on device specific variablesShare device control with other users Custom notifications
SmartArx
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SmartArx puts complete control of your ArxTech security system in your pocket. Monitor and manage your alarm panel in real time, wherever you are. SmartArx connects directly to your panel so you always know the status of your home or business — and can respond instantly if something needs your attention. KEY FEATURES Live Panel Status See your panel's connection status and activity at a glance, with real-time updates the moment something changes. Arm & Disarm Remotely Switch between Away, Stay, Chime, and Off modes for any partition, right from your phone. Zone Bypass Temporarily bypass individual zones — kitchen, bedrooms, garage, beams, and more — when needed, without disabling your whole system. Event Log Review a complete, timestamped history of alarm events, so you always know what happened and when. Panic Button Trigger an emergency alert instantly in urgent situations. Smart Controls Manage connected outputs like gates, garage doors, lights, and pool pumps directly from the app. Multi-User Support Register and manage multiple panels under one account, with secure login and panel registration. Push Notifications Get instantly notified of important events — sensor alerts, panel health, and more — even when the app is closed. SmartArx is built for homeowners and businesses who want peace of mind and full visibility into their security system, without needing to be on-site.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: SmartArx at every 2 weeks against CBI Home's every 12 months. CBI Home's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 26.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
CBI Home ships an update every 12 months, SmartArx every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CBI Home | SmartArx |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (88 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 56.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 88 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 207 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Roy Schwan | Wynand vd Westhuizen |
In-app purchases
CBI Home
No in-app purchases
SmartArx
No in-app purchases









