Comparison

Ghost vs SmartArx

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ€” with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Ghost

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GHOST Anti Theft System with Bluetooth Function Install the GHOST Connect app on your smartphone and take control of your car! Highlights: Automatic activation / deactivation Service mode on / off Multiple paring with other vehicles Bypass/ Fail safe mode Operating mode: - Simply connect your smartphone to your GHOST Anti Theft System - Tap and hold " disconnected " tab to select your GHOST - Enter in the 4 digit code that you have been provided with to unlock the GHOST - Activate or deactivate the GHOST ( Red button=Activated / Green button=Deactivated ) For all modern vehicles from 2005 - onwards. This app is available only for GHOST Systems equipped with the Bluetooth function. Compatibility may vary depending on the smartphone. Get your GHOST Anti Theft System online at www.ghostsa.co.za or our local fitment centers country wide.

About

SmartArx

Features
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SmartArx puts complete control of your ArxTech security system in your pocket. Monitor and manage your alarm panel in real time, wherever you are. SmartArx connects directly to your panel so you always know the status of your home or business โ€” and can respond instantly if something needs your attention. KEY FEATURES Live Panel Status See your panel's connection status and activity at a glance, with real-time updates the moment something changes. Arm & Disarm Remotely Switch between Away, Stay, Chime, and Off modes for any partition, right from your phone. Zone Bypass Temporarily bypass individual zones โ€” kitchen, bedrooms, garage, beams, and more โ€” when needed, without disabling your whole system. Event Log Review a complete, timestamped history of alarm events, so you always know what happened and when. Panic Button Trigger an emergency alert instantly in urgent situations. Smart Controls Manage connected outputs like gates, garage doors, lights, and pool pumps directly from the app. Multi-User Support Register and manage multiple panels under one account, with secure login and panel registration. Push Notifications Get instantly notified of important events โ€” sensor alerts, panel health, and more โ€” even when the app is closed. SmartArx is built for homeowners and businesses who want peace of mind and full visibility into their security system, without needing to be on-site.

Screenshots

Ghost4 screens
SmartArx4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: SmartArx at every 2 weeks against Ghost's every 6 months. Ghost's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ghost ships an update every 6 months, SmartArx every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
Ghost versus SmartArx: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGhostSmartArx
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 2 weeks โ€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 โ€” better26.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size5 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSeletron SNCWynand vd Westhuizen

In-app purchases

None

Ghost

No in-app purchases

None

SmartArx

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ghost free?
Ghost is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SmartArx free?
SmartArx is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Ghost or SmartArx have ads?
Neither Ghost nor SmartArx shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ghost or SmartArx?
Ghost ships an update every 6 months, and SmartArx every 2 weeks. Most recently, Ghost was updated on November 7, 2026 and SmartArx on November 10, 2026.

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