# HomeKeep vs HomeBeacon

The clearest difference is review sentiment: HomeBeacon at 85% against HomeKeep's 0%. HomeBeacon also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.6) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 5 weeks). HomeKeep's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HomeBeacon sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. HomeKeep asks for nothing beyond the download.

HomeBeacon holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 21 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of HomeKeep's written reviews are positive against 85% of HomeBeacon's.

HomeKeep ships an update every 5 weeks, HomeBeacon every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | HomeKeep | HomeBeacon |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homekeep/id1562763274/reviews) | **[4.7 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homebeacon-home-maintenance/id6754183939/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 14 | **21** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **84.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 49 MB | 86 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ECi Software Solutions](https://appshunter.io/developer/923056025) | [Mengarelli Engineering LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1833342755) |

## What reviewers say

### HomeKeep

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homekeep/id1562763274)

This app helps homeowners manage their property by organizing digital home profiles, creating custom maintenance plans, and connecting them with DIY guidance or professional services. It aims to save time and money while protecting home value and providing peace of mind.

**Highlights:** Digital home profiles with product documentation, Customized maintenance plans, DIY guidance and professional service scheduling, Access to warranties and builder files, Smart maintenance reminders

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### HomeBeacon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homebeacon-home-maintenance/id6754183939)

Manage home maintenance tasks with automated scheduling and reminders. Track your home's health, organize tasks by system, and prevent costly repairs. Ideal for homeowners and property managers.

**Highlights:** Smart task scheduling, Comprehensive reminders, Home health analytics, Multi-property management, Category organization, Task history tracking, Ask Pops assistant

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HMS Pro Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| HMS Pro Yearly | $95.90 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HomeKeep free?

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

### Is HomeBeacon free?

HomeBeacon is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, HomeKeep or HomeBeacon?

HomeBeacon is rated higher. HomeKeep averages 3.6 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while HomeBeacon averages 4.7 from 21 ratings.

### Do HomeKeep or HomeBeacon have ads?

Neither HomeKeep nor HomeBeacon shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, HomeKeep or HomeBeacon?

HomeKeep ships an update every 5 weeks, and HomeBeacon every 9 days. Most recently, HomeKeep was updated on November 3, 2026 and HomeBeacon on October 30, 2026.

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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.*
