SkyBell vs ChronoMetrics
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SkyBell
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.
- 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
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Peace of mind starts at the front door. SkyBell pioneered the Video Doorbell category and now offers a variety of Video Doorbells, Security Cameras, Chimes, and other integrated smart home security solutions. Get instant alerts on smartphones, tablets, and smartwatches when someone is at your door or motion is detected in HD video with two-way talk on any of SkyBell’s Video Doorbells or Cameras. SkyBell sends a live video feed to your devices so you can hear and speak to the person at your door or in the house, whether at home, at work, or on the go - day or night. The SkyBell Gen5 App lets you integrate compatible smart home devices like smart locks and others into your SkyBell system, offering more home control than ever. The integrated AI provides body and facial recognition, with the ability to set custom motion zones to reduce false triggers by up to 95%. SkyBell keeps you connected to your home and those you love most. We aim to make homes and neighborhoods safer, one front door at a time!
ChronoMetrics
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ChronoMetrics: Measure What Matters. Do you ever feel like time is slipping through your fingers or your budget is vanishing without a trace? ChronoMetrics is a futuristic, privacy-focused "Quantified Self" tool designed to help you regain control. No accounts, no clouds, no tracking—just you and your data. Key Features: ● Time Slicer Log your daily hours with a high-end interactive slider. Whether it’s Deep Work, Health, or Sleep, visualize how you allocate your 24 hours with precision. ● Flow Ledger A frictionless way to track expenses. Focus on the big categories that matter. Beautiful typography meets rapid entry to make financial awareness effortless. ● Entropy Dashboard The soul of ChronoMetrics. Using advanced local data analysis, we calculate your "Behavioral Entropy." Are you living a balanced life or falling into chaos? Watch your life-balance index grow through stunning, hand-drawn charts. ● Dynamic Themes Choose your aesthetic. From the neon-lit Cyberpunk to the deep Midnight Purple and professional Classic Blue, ChronoMetrics adapts to your style. Generate App Store ASO Assets ● Privacy First Your data belongs to you. Everything is stored locally on your device in an encrypted database. Export your history to CSV anytime for your own analysis. Planning and generating high-quality ASO (App Store Optimization) assets including Title, Subtitle, Description, and Keywords tailored for a global audience. Why ChronoMetrics? • No Internet Required: Works perfectly in airplane mode. • Glassmorphism UI: A stunning "Space Cabin" console interface. • Haptic Intelligence: Feel every interaction with refined tactile feedback. • Zero Material Charts: Built entirely with code for silky-smooth performance. Stop guessing. Start measuring. Download ChronoMetrics today.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: SkyBell at none against ChronoMetrics's shown. ChronoMetrics's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
SkyBell ships an update every 2 months, ChronoMetrics every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SkyBell | ChronoMetrics |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (10K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 41.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 10K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 70 MB | 25 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SkyBell Technologies, Inc. | Hang Thu Tran Thi |
Bugs and requests
SkyBell
Reported bugs
3 issues- Videos not saving or available
- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Inability to reconnect device after migration
Requested features
3 requests- Bring back old app's notification sounds
- Allow multiple users to control the device
- Improve video quality and zoom capabilities
ChronoMetrics
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
SkyBell
No in-app purchases
ChronoMetrics
No in-app purchases









