Comparison

E vs HX NZ

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

Head to head
About

E

Control your smart lock remotely or via Bluetooth. Manage access with PIN codes, RFID cards, and virtual keys. Monitor unlock history and customize lock settings for convenient and secure access.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth and Wi-Fi lock control
  • PIN code and RFID card access
  • Virtual key management
  • Unlock record history
  • Customizable auto-lock timer
  • Proximity unlock
Features
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E-LOK App is the exclusive app to operate and control your E-LOK 7-Series and 8-Series Smart Lock along with the E-LOK Gateway for Wi-Fi functionality. Unlock/lock smart lock via Bluetooth, or remotely if using E-LOK Gateway PIN-Codes, One-time, Timed, Custom and Recurring RFID Cards, pair your included RFID Cards to unlock your Smart Lock Fingerprint (707 and 717 Models only) Send Admin access to your smart lock or send virtual keys for access View all unlock records and failed unlock attempts Extend Auto-lock timer or programme passage mode for easy access Proximity Touch to Unlock Find More Information on E-LOK.com Including FAQ's, Trouble Shooting and User Manuals.

About

HX NZ

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HX New Zealand is an award-winning event that leverages industry knowledge, expertise and insights to drive your business to the next level. Download our app to access the schedule, speakers and event information. Features of your event app: - Personalise your schedule, take notes and bookmark favourites - Access event program, speakers, business partners and other essential information - Stay informed with event updates - Explore the venue and find your way

Screenshots

E3 screens
HX NZ3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: E at 13.0 against HX NZ's 15.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

E ships an update every 8 months, HX NZ every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
E versus HX NZ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEHX NZ
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews35.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 months — betterEvery 12 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size385 MB120 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWilliam HowieHarcourts Group Limited

In-app purchases

None

E

No in-app purchases

None

HX NZ

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is E free?
E is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HX NZ free?
HX NZ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do E or HX NZ have ads?
Neither E nor HX NZ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, E or HX NZ?
E ships an update every 8 months, and HX NZ every 12 months. Most recently, E was updated on October 21, 2026 and HX NZ on October 9, 2026.

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