Paradox vs Simple by Monkey Vision
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Paradox
Manage your Paradox security systems remotely. Control security, video verification, surveillance, automation, and access all from one application. Offers a comprehensive solution for total system oversight.
- Security system management
- Video verification
- Surveillance control
- Automation features
- Access control
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Blue Eye connect and interface with Paradox systems for management of the security, Video verification and surveillance , Automation and access. developed for "one stop solution", One application, full control.
Simple by Monkey Vision
Access your security cameras remotely with this app. Enjoy cloud storage and AI features for enhanced monitoring. Manage your cameras from anywhere in the world.
- Remote camera access
- Cloud storage
- Advanced AI features
- Global accessibility
- Easy-to-use interface
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Connect to your Simple by Monkey Vision cameras through our easy to use app and get the benefit of cloud storage and advanced AI features (available by subscription) all in the palm of your hand from anywhere in the world.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Paradox at none against Simple by Monkey Vision's 10. Paradox also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 months). Simple by Monkey Vision's advantage is review sentiment (33% vs 8%) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads 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. Simple by Monkey Vision sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Paradox asks for nothing beyond the download.
Paradox ships an update fortnightly, Simple by Monkey Vision every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Paradox | Simple by Monkey Vision |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.8 (10 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 8.3% of reviews | 33.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 10 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 11.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 369 MB | 178 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Paradox Security Systems Ltd. | Mammoth Innovation |
Customer experience
Paradox
Simple by Monkey Vision
Bugs and requests
Paradox
Reported bugs
16 issues- App won't connect to alarm panel after updates
- Connection unstable message with 15-minute refresh requirement
- App crashes when accessing menu button
- Video download functionality causes crashes
- Subscription renewal returns 'operation failed' error
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- Biometric login doesn't activate when enabled
- App won't open on some devices
- Login takes up to 2 minutes with multiple failed attempts
- Event timestamps display incorrect dates (2001)
- App unresponsive after recent updates
- Connection issues persist even with hardwired Ethernet
- App crashes when adding or modifying users
- Badge notifications don't disappear after viewing events
- Static IP connections stopped working after updates
- App refuses to connect if not returning to main menu
- Notification delivery unreliable (especially on silent mode)
Requested features
12 requests- Apple Watch support for arming/disarming
- Apple HomeKit integration
- Siri Shortcuts support
- Widget support for quick access
- Critical notification feature for iOS (silent mode alerts)
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- Local IP connection option without Swan server requirement
- Clear armed/disarmed status display
- Ability to clear notifications
- Time and date setting functionality
- Simpler arming/disarming process with fewer clicks
- Multi-user status visibility when multiple people control same alarm
- Professional French translation by certified translator
Simple by Monkey Vision
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Paradox
No in-app purchases
Simple by Monkey Vision
- Single Camera Plan Monthly$2.991 Month
- 2 Cameras Plan Monthly$5.991 Month
- Plus Monthly$6.491 Month
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- Unlimited Cameras Plan Monthly1 Month trial$9.991 Month
- Pro Monthly$10.991 Month
- Single Camera Plan Annually$29.991 Year
- 2 Cameras Plan Annually$59.991 Year
- Unlimited Cameras Annually$99.991 Year
- Pro(3 months)$23.99
- Pro(12 months)$94.99
Questions
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