ElkConnect vs Dad Finder
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ElkConnect
Control your home's security and automation systems with this app. Manage alarms, lights, locks, and thermostats from your iOS device. It offers streamlined programming for installers and full control for customers.
- Remote system programming
- Control security and smart devices
- Arm/disarm security system
- Manage user profiles and access
- View system history logs
- Customize automation settings
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ElkConnect is designed to revolutionize the way you interact with the ELK E27 Alarm Engine, an IP and cloud-centric security and automation platform. Whether you're an installer looking to streamline your programming tasks or a customer seeking full control over your security and smart devices, ElkConnect is your go-to companion. Note: This app requires a compatible ELK E27 Alarm Engine with an ElkConnect Interactive subscription plan. Available features may vary based on system equipment and configuration. For more information, contact your ELK certified installer or visit www.elkproducts.com. Streamline and Simplify System Management With ElkConnect, installers gain exceptional ease and efficiency in managing and programming E27 Alarm Engine systems. Configure and customize various security and automation settings, all from the convenience of your iOS device. Say goodbye to complicated programming interfaces and hello to a sleek, intuitive app that saves you valuable time and effort. Take Control of Your Security and Smart Devices ElkConnect empowers customers with complete control over their E27 Alarm Engine systems. Imagine the convenience of managing your security, lights, locks, thermostats, garage doors, and more, all from a single, user-friendly app. Instantly arm or disarm your security system, adjust temperature settings, unlock doors, and even control lighting scenes with a few taps on your iOS device. ElkConnect puts the power of automation right at your fingertips. Customers can effortlessly manage user profiles, granting access privileges to family members, trusted friends, housekeepers, etc. Get alerts to stay informed about system activity and monitor your property's security with ease. View comprehensive system history logs, keeping track of events, alarms, and alerts, ensuring peace of mind even when you're away. ElkConnect offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing users to customize various settings to suit their unique needs. Easily activate pre-defined tasks, access a customized list of favorite devices, fine-tune automation settings, set up notifications, and personalize your experience for optimal comfort, convenience, and security. Experience the Next Level of Security and Automation ElkConnect is not just an app; it's a gateway to a smarter, more secure, and effortlessly automated lifestyle. Embrace the power of ElkConnect today and unlock a new level of control, convenience, and peace of mind.
Dad Finder
This app uses a compass to show the direction and distance to a loved one, ideal for families separated by travel. It prioritizes privacy with no sign-up or location tracking beyond direction and distance. Premium features offer real-time updates and widgets.
- Compass points to designated person
- Shows distance in miles or kilometers
- Privacy-focused design
- Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets
- Apple Watch app and complication
- Optional physical Dad Compass device
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Dad Finder is a compass that points to someone you love. No map. No pins. No feed. Just one needle that turns toward Dad, wherever he is, and shows how far away he is. One glance and the kids at home know: that way, 4,712 miles. BUILT BY A PILOT DAD I'm a commercial pilot, and my job keeps me away from home for days, sometimes weeks. A dot on a map never helped my kids feel closer. So I built a compass. When they miss me, they look at it, and it points to me. That's the whole idea. HOW IT WORKS • Install Dad Finder on the phone of the person who travels. That's the Dad phone. • Install it on the phones at home, enter the Dad phone's Device ID, and the compass points to him. • Or set Home on the Dad phone and it shows the way back. • Rename "Dad" to Mom, Grandpa or anyone you like. Choose kilometers or miles. • With Premium, add the Dad Finder widget to your Home Screen or Lock Screen and see the way to Dad without opening the app. • On Apple Watch, the needle turns with your wrist and points the way to Dad. Put it on your watch face as a complication. FOR FAMILIES WHO LIVE APART FOR A WHILE Pilots and flight crews. Military families during deployment. Truck drivers, sailors, offshore and rotation workers. Parents who travel for work. Grandparents across the country. Long-distance couples. PRIVATE BY DESIGN • No sign-up, no email, no contact list. Devices pair with a Device ID. • No map of your movements. The compass shows only direction and distance. • Your location travels over encrypted connections. • Delete your account and data at any time with one tap in Help. FREE AND PREMIUM Dad Finder is free to use. Without Premium, the Dad phone updates its position once a day when you open the app. Premium keeps the compass current with automatic background updates, adds the Home Screen and Lock Screen widget and the Apple Watch app, and syncs to as many devices as you like, including the Dad Compass. Only the Dad phone needs Premium for updates; the widget and the Apple Watch app are available on each phone with Premium. • Monthly plan with a 1-week free trial, or yearly plan with a 1-month free trial. • Payment is charged to your Apple Account when the free trial ends. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account settings. THE DAD COMPASS Prefer something on the shelf instead of a screen? The Dad Compass is a handcrafted, WiFi-connected desk compass that I assemble and program myself. It sits at home and always points to you, with no phone needed on their side. Every Dad Compass comes with 2 years of Premium. Order it from inside the app. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.cuesoft.org/df-pp/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ElkConnect at none against Dad Finder's 2. ElkConnect also leads on ratings volume (4 vs 1). Dad Finder's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On price, rating, 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. Dad Finder sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. ElkConnect asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for ElkConnect against 5.0 for Dad Finder. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively.
ElkConnect ships an update monthly, Dad Finder weekly. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.
| Parameter | ElkConnect | Dad Finder |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (4 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 64 MB | 80 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Elk Products Inc. | Santiago Borja Lopez |
Customer experience
ElkConnect
Dad Finder
In-app purchases
ElkConnect
No in-app purchases
Dad Finder
- Dad Finder - One Month7 Days trial$0.991 Month
- Dad Finder - One Year1 Month trial$9.991 Year
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