Comparison

CBI Home vs SmartArx

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Remote device control
  • Control multiple devices
  • Custom automation scheduling
  • Scenario creation
  • Device control sharing
  • Custom notifications
Features
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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

About

SmartArx

Features
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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.

Screenshots

CBI Home4 screens
SmartArx4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

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

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.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
CBI Home versus SmartArx: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCBI HomeSmartArx
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (88 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews56.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings88 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size207 MB29 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperRoy SchwanWynand vd Westhuizen

In-app purchases

None

CBI Home

No in-app purchases

None

SmartArx

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CBI Home free?
CBI Home is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SmartArx free?
SmartArx is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CBI Home or SmartArx have ads?
Neither CBI Home nor SmartArx shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CBI Home or SmartArx?
CBI Home ships an update every 12 months, and SmartArx every 2 weeks. Most recently, CBI Home was updated on November 3, 2026 and SmartArx on November 10, 2026.

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