Comparison

Refoss vs DESLOC

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

Head to head
About

Refoss

Control and manage your home automation devices remotely. Schedule device operations, monitor their status, and integrate with voice assistants for hands-free control. Enjoy peace of mind knowing your electronics are managed efficiently.

Highlights
  • Remote on/off control
  • Automated work plans
  • Voice assistant integration
  • Device status monitoring
  • Manage smart plugs
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Refoss mainly focuses on home automation gadgets. Currently, there are products such as smart plug on the market. Customers can plug the device on it and easily manage the following functions through the Refoss app: 1. Turn on/off electronic devices anytime, anywhere through the Refoss app. 2. Create an on/off work plan to let the equipment work automatically according to the plan. 3. Link your Refoss smart devices to voice assistant, you can easily control the device with your voice. 4. View the on/off status of connected devices from anywhere for peace of mind.

About

DESLOC

This app provides smart home security by allowing real-time monitoring of door lock status and remote control. It offers flexible access management for users and integrates with voice assistants for seamless control.

Highlights
  • Real-time lock status monitoring
  • Remote lock and unlock
  • Flexible access permissions
  • Voice assistant integration
  • Encrypted data security
Features
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DESLOC is a reliable protector of home security, designed to deliver a seamless, secure, and efficient smart home experience. Real-time Lock Status Monitoring – Check the status of your door lock and stay informed about your home’s security at all times. Remote Lock Control – Unlock your door remotely via the APP anytime, anywhere, ensuring effortless access. Flexible Access Management – Easily customize access permissions for each user, ensuring entry is granted only at authorized time. Seamless Smart Home Integration – Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, allowing for effortless voice-controlled unlocking. At DESLOC, we deeply understand your security needs and prioritize your privacy. All data is encrypted to safeguard your personal information and home security at all times. For more details, visit www.desloc.com. For any inquiries, please contact us at support@desloc.com.

Screenshots

Refoss4 screens
DESLOC4 screens

Verdict

The call

Refoss and DESLOC both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of DESLOC's written reviews are positive against 87% of Refoss's. Refoss's advantage is ratings volume (125 vs 19). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Refoss against 4.4 for DESLOC. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Refoss has 125 ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 87% of Refoss's written reviews are positive against 100% of DESLOC's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Refoss ships an update every 5 weeks, DESLOC every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Refoss versus DESLOC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRefossDESLOC
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (125 ratings) — better4.4 (19 ratings)
Positive reviews87.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings125 — better19
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size224 MB125 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFLEXBEE HK LIMITEDHangzhou Future Key Technology Co., LTD

Customer experience

Refoss

All ratings116 ratings
Positive91.4%
Neutral0.9%
Negative7.8%
Written reviews221 reviews
Positive87.3%
Neutral1.8%
Negative10.9%

DESLOC

All ratings19 ratings
Positive84.2%
Neutral5.3%
Negative10.5%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Refoss

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App frequently loses login credentials
  • Incorrect door status reporting
  • Failure to connect and control devices
  • Outdated app version not allowing new features

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to set different electricity rates based on time of day and day of week
  • More detailed energy consumption data (hourly/minute-level)
  • Apple Watch app
  • CarPlay integration
  • Ability to pause/stop door operation mid-cycle

DESLOC

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Refoss

No in-app purchases

None

DESLOC

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Refoss free?
Refoss is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DESLOC free?
DESLOC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Refoss or DESLOC?
Refoss is rated higher. Refoss averages 4.5 out of 5 from 125 ratings, while DESLOC averages 4.4 from 19 ratings.
Do Refoss or DESLOC have ads?
Neither Refoss nor DESLOC shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Refoss or DESLOC?
Refoss ships an update every 5 weeks, and DESLOC every 2 months. Most recently, Refoss was updated on September 9, 2026 and DESLOC on September 18, 2026.

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