# Zwave vs SkyBell

The clearest difference is rating: SkyBell at 4.7 against Zwave's 1.5. SkyBell also leads on review sentiment (41% vs 0%) and ratings volume (10K vs 8). Zwave's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

SkyBell holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SkyBell has 10K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Zwave's written reviews are positive against 41% of SkyBell's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Zwave | SkyBell |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zwave/id1546705566/reviews) | **[4.7 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skybell/id1565214486/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **10K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **41.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 89 MB | 70 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [moztec](https://appshunter.io/developer/932993004) | [SkyBell Technologies, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/778872211) |

## What reviewers say

### Zwave

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zwave/id1546705566)

This application allows users to easily control compatible home alarm systems with GSM switches. It automates the process of sending SMS commands, eliminating the need for manual text input. The app is designed for convenient remote system management.

**Highlights:** Remote system control, GSM switch compatibility, SMS command automation, Easy system management, Home alarm system operation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### SkyBell

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skybell/id1565214486)

Monitor your home's entry points with HD video and two-way audio. Receive instant alerts for visitors or motion, and integrate with other smart home devices for enhanced security and control.

**Highlights:** HD video monitoring, Two-way audio communication, Instant motion and visitor alerts, Smart home device integration, AI-powered body and facial recognition, Customizable motion zones

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Improved stability
- 💡 New features like motion zones
- 👍 Easy migration from old app
- 🚀 Faster video loading

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Live view issues and crashes
- 🐛 Unreliable motion detection
- 🐛 Connectivity and login problems
- 🐛 Downgrade from old app features

**Reported bugs**

- Videos not saving or available
- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Inability to reconnect device after migration

**Requested features**

- Bring back old app's notification sounds
- Allow multiple users to control the device
- Improve video quality and zoom capabilities


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Zwave free?

Zwave is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SkyBell free?

SkyBell is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Zwave or SkyBell?

SkyBell is rated higher. Zwave averages 1.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while SkyBell averages 4.7 from 10K ratings.

### Do Zwave or SkyBell have ads?

Neither Zwave nor SkyBell shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*