Comparison

Sky Smart Home vs Wagging Tails

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

Head to head
About

Sky Smart Home

This app offers a smart approach to home insurance, integrating devices and services into a single platform. Monitor your home remotely with live camera feeds, receive alerts from sensors, and manage your insurance needs conveniently.

Highlights
  • Live HD camera feed
  • Video doorbell alerts and communication
  • Motion and contact sensor monitoring
  • Leak detection alerts
  • Automatic arming for home security
  • Secure cloud video storage
  • In-app customer support
Features
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Welcome to Sky Smart Home, where you can feel close to home while you’re away. Watch all the action from your front door, live, and get everything you need in one simple package. Your privacy? Protected. Your clips? Secured. Your questions? Answered. And you’ll be set up before you know it, with step-by-step instructions in the Sky Smart Home app. What can I do in the Sky Smart Home app? Quick hello: Answer the door, even when you’re out. See it live: See all the moments from your front door, in crystal-clear HD. Saved for later: Your videos stay in the Cloud for 30 days. Worth sharing: Save clips and share them with anyone. Don’t have Sky Smart Home yet? Head to Sky.com to find out more.

About

Wagging Tails

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Wagging Tails: Home Dog Boarding with Simple, Reliable Management Purpose Wagging Tails provides a safe and stress-free alternative to kennels through home-from-home dog boarding. The app helps dog owners manage their pet’s stay, access important information, and stay connected throughout the experience. Target Audience Designed for dog owners who prefer a home environment over kennels and want a simple, reliable way to manage personalised care for their pets. Key Features Home-from-Home Experience: Dogs stay in a comfortable home environment, helping them feel relaxed and secure. Personalised Care: Each dog’s routine, preferences, and needs are followed to ensure consistency. Meet & Match Process: Introductory meetings help ensure the right environment and compatibility. Stay Updates: Receive updates and important information during your dog’s stay for added peace of mind. Easy Management: Access and manage pet details, stay information, and communication in one place. Unique Selling Points Wagging Tails combines trusted home dog boarding with a simple digital experience. The focus on comfort, familiarity, and individual attention ensures every dog enjoys a calm and positive stay. User Experience The app is designed for ease of use, allowing owners to stay informed and manage their dog’s experience effortlessly. Clear navigation and a straightforward interface make it simple to access everything in one place. Privacy and Security User data and communication are handled securely, with a strong focus on safety, reliability, and trust. Requirements Meet-and-greet sessions are recommended before the first stay to ensure suitability and a smooth experience.

Screenshots

Sky Smart Home4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Sky Smart Home at 2 against Wagging Tails's —. On price, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Sky Smart Home versus Wagging Tails: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSky Smart HomeWagging Tails
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews13.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — better—
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size181 MB99 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSky UK LimitedPet Care Technologies

Bugs and requests

Sky Smart Home

Reported bugs

15 issues
  • Error 401 code preventing app access
  • Login access denied without password entry option
  • Firmware update failures rendering app unusable
  • App won't open - constant error messages
  • Camera stuck on pink screen during setup
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  • Indoor camera won't connect to WiFi
  • Doorbell won't update firmware
  • Auto-arm function not working after updates
  • Video playback shows black screen despite stored footage
  • Motion detection alerts but no recording
  • App loses connection and locks up during updates
  • Sensors disconnect and become unresponsive
  • Chime won't pair with doorbell
  • App takes excessive time to connect to cameras
  • Settings screen appears with no add device option

Requested features

15 requests
  • Landscape full-screen video viewing mode
  • Separate notification types for doorbell vs motion detection
  • Phone ring alert instead of beep for doorbell
  • Customizable notification sounds
  • Portable/wireless chime option
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  • SD card support for continuous recording
  • Ability to set recording duration (not just 15 seconds)
  • Two-way audio that works smoothly
  • Adjustable camera quality and IR settings
  • Dark mode for app
  • Alexa integration
  • Ability to purchase additional sensors
  • Auto-arm that works reliably without opening app
  • Better battery charge indicator for doorbell
  • Adjustable water sensor sensitivity

Wagging Tails

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Sky Smart Home

No in-app purchases

None

Wagging Tails

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sky Smart Home free?
Sky Smart Home is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Wagging Tails free?
Wagging Tails is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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