Comparison

eKeypad Alarm vs GSM Control

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

Head to head
About

eKeypad Alarm

Control your Elk M1 or Ness M1 alarm system remotely. Arm, disarm, and bypass your security system from your Apple devices. Offers secure, anywhere access without third-party services.

Highlights
  • Simplified arming and disarming
  • Bypass functions
  • Remote access from Apple devices
  • Easy setup
  • Secure access
  • Multi-system control (optional)
Features
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Simplified arming and disarming of your Elk M1 or Ness M1 alarm panel. eKeypad Alarm is focused exclusively on arming, disarming and bypass functions of your M1 Gold or EZ8 system. Your system is available from your iPad, iPhone or Apple Watch. An optional add-on module allows control of an unlimited number of panels. - Easy Setup. The setup is designed to be simple and easy. - Anywhere Access. Everything works the same whether you are at home or away. - Secure. Features to add additional layers of protection to your system. Need to control the home automation functions of your M1 Gold or EZ8? See our 'eKeypad M1' application. It provides full control and status of all alarm and automation functionality. Supported Alarm Systems: Elk M1 Gold, Elk EZ8 and Ness M1 Optional features: - Multi-system Module. Control an unlimited number of alarm systems. eKeypad Platform Features: - No 3rd party servers or services required - No additional fees or services are required - One license supports all devices: iPhone, iTouch and iPad - Universal application optimized for all platforms - Security features to safeguard your system data and access - Secure access for Cellular and even faster access via Wifi

About

GSM Control

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This alarm system embodies modern industrial design in a user-friendly, wire-free home security package. This alarm system is GSM-based (requires a SIM card) and suitable for any DIY home improvement project, ensuring you and your family have that extra peace of mind without monthly monitoring fees. The App is totally free. Once paired to your control panel, you can easily manage and interact with the entire system – such as arm, disarm, set exit/entry delays, add/remove/rename accessories, play user-definable onsite recordings and engage in two-way audio – directly on your smartphone anywhere, anytime. What this alarm system can do for your home or small shop/SOHO: l You can add up to 50 wireless sensors and accessories based on your needs. Those sensors and accessories allow for intrusion, flood, smoke and gas detection. l You can set exit and entry delays as you wish, so you and your family can go out and come back home at your own pace, without having to fumble around in your pocket for your mobile phone or remote control, to arm or disarm your alarm system. l Pre-set routines can be entered so that your alarm system will automatically guard your small shop or welcome you home right on the dot. Specific delays for specific zones are also possible. l Siren duration and volume can be adjusted per your need, with the maximum volume at 90 decibels. l Multiple users and smartphones can be enabled to control and interact with one single alarm system once paired. You can take turns watching over your property and loved ones back home.

Screenshots

eKeypad Alarm3 screens
GSM Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: GSM Control at Free against eKeypad Alarm's $39.99. GSM Control also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 12.4). eKeypad Alarm's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 17 months) and device support (4 vs 2). On 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

GSM Control is free to download; eKeypad Alarm costs $39.99 up front. eKeypad Alarm sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. GSM Control asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

eKeypad Alarm ships an update every 3 weeks, GSM Control every 17 months. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and May 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
eKeypad Alarm versus GSM Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametereKeypad AlarmGSM Control
Price$39.99Free — better
Rating3.3 (11 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings11 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 17 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.47.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB85 MB
Age rating4+4+
DevelopereKeypad Mobile Solutions LLCChuango Security Technology Corporation

In-app purchases

1 purchases

eKeypad Alarm

One-time1
  • Enables Multi-device support$19.99
None

GSM Control

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is eKeypad Alarm free?
eKeypad Alarm costs $39.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is GSM Control free?
GSM Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do eKeypad Alarm or GSM Control have ads?
Neither eKeypad Alarm nor GSM Control shows ads.
Which is updated more often, eKeypad Alarm or GSM Control?
eKeypad Alarm ships an update every 3 weeks, and GSM Control every 17 months. Most recently, eKeypad Alarm was updated on September 19, 2026 and GSM Control on May 16, 2026.

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