Comparison

eKeypad M1 vs AXIS Camera Station Edge

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

Head to head
About

eKeypad M1

This app provides a highly customizable interface for controlling Elk M1, Elk EZ8, and Ness M1 security and automation panels. It offers remote access, expandable functionality through add-on modules, and the ability to create personalized interfaces for easier system interaction.

Highlights
  • Customizable interfaces
  • Remote access
  • Expandable functionality
  • Easy setup
  • Direct device connections
  • Security features
Features
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The most customizable and advanced interface is available for the Elk M1 Gold, Elk EZ8 and Ness M1 security and automation panels. - Easy setup. The setup is designed to be simple and easy. Advanced features accommodate more complex network environments and situations. - Access from anywhere. Advanced features and networking tools provide everything needed to setup and troubleshooting both locally and remote access. - Expandable. Optional add-on modules allow functionality to be expanded to support new functionality and additional hardware. - Custom Interfaces. The optional Blueprint module can be used to create customized iPad interfaces. This allows for personalized and unique interfaces that make all systems easier to use and understand. eKeypad allows control of your home automation system to address your needs rather than your system dictating how you interact with it. - Professional Installers. Advanced features give end-users and professional installers the ability to manage and protect against the security and privacy risks. Alarm Systems: Elk M1, Elk EZ8 and Ness M1 Automation Systems: Elk M1, Elk EZ8, and Ness M1 Supported Lighting Technologies:INSTEON, X-10, Z-Wave, UPB, ViziaRF, Clipsal, ONQ-ALC, Centralite, Radio RA and C-Bus Thermostats: RCS, HAI, all Z-wave thermostats and Aprilaire 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 - Configure any combination of supported equipment - Both dedicated or consolidated modes for multiple systems - Direct connections made to all devices to improve reliability - Security features to safeguard your system data and access - Configuration backup, restore and sharing via Wifi and email - Secure access for Cellular and even faster access via Wifi - Advanced management features for professional installers Optional features: - Multi-system Module for control of unlimited systems - Custom screens with the Blueprint Module (iPad Only) - Co-branding to customize the look of the GUI - IP Camera, DVR and NVR viewing and PTZ control - Universal Devices ISY automation controller support Supported equipment through add-on modules: Automation Systems: Universal Devices ISY-99i, Universal Devices ISY-994i, and Universal Devices ISY-944i Z Lighting Technologies:INSTEON, X-10, Z-Wave, UPB, ViziaRF, Clipsal, ONQ-ALC, Centralite, Radio RA, Radio RA2, Zigbee and C-Bus Thermostats: Venstar, RCS, HAI, all Z-wave thermostats and Aprilaire IP Video Cameras Devices: Yoko Tech, Night Owl, Averfocus, HAI, Axis, Mobotix, Ness, Razberi Technologies, GrandStream, Sony, Dedicated Micros, IQinVision, Visualint, TRENDnet, Vitek, Wansview, ACTi, Channel Vision, Panasonic, Linksys, Level One, Sharx Security, Samsung, Wirepath, NetMedia, Asoni, D-Link, Wowwee, Y-Cam, GVI Security, Hunt, VisionTech, Toshiba, Bosch, Ubiquiti, Canon, Digital Watchdog, GeoVision, SMARTHOME, Foscam, Basler, Brickcom, Dahua, Vivotek, Etrovision, EverFocus, Hikvision, IC Realtime, Arecont, LTS, ZuumMedia Network DVRs and NVRs: Digital Watchdog, Razberi Technologies, Ness, Everfocus, Dedicated Micros, Wirepath, GVI Security, Hikvision, Night Owl, Yoko Tech, Visualint, ZuumMedia and LTS

About

AXIS Camera Station Edge

Access and manage your security cameras from anywhere with this intuitive VMS. It offers live viewing, timeline search, and video export, all without needing a dedicated server. Receive instant notifications and integrate with AI analytics for enhanced security.

Highlights
  • Camera-to-cloud access
  • Intuitive live view
  • Timeline search
  • Video export
  • Event notifications
  • AI analytics integration
  • Serverless setup
Features
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Mobile app for AXIS Camera Station Edge. Delivering a camera-to-cloud experience that’s easy to set up and even easier to use, this intuitive VMS requires minimum maintenance and there’s no server needed. Truly flexible and reliable, it gives you effortless control anytime, anywhere. Main features: • Leverages Axis edge devices and the cloud • Intuitive live view, timeline search, and video export • Notifications and events to take immediate actions • Tight integration with AI-based analytics • Quick and secure access anytime, anywhere • Easy setup, no server needed • Licenses included with Axis devices

Screenshots

eKeypad M14 screens
AXIS Camera Station Edge4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: AXIS Camera Station Edge at Free against eKeypad M1's $79.99. AXIS Camera Station Edge also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and rating (2.8 vs 2.4). eKeypad M1's advantage is review sentiment (71% vs 30%) and iOS requirement (12.4 vs 16.0). On update cadence, ads and device support 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

AXIS Camera Station Edge is free to download; eKeypad M1 costs $79.99 up front. eKeypad M1 sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. AXIS Camera Station Edge asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AXIS Camera Station Edge holds the better App Store score, 2.8 against 2.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 22 and 76 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 71% of eKeypad M1's written reviews are positive against 30% of AXIS Camera Station Edge's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
eKeypad M1 versus AXIS Camera Station Edge: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametereKeypad M1AXIS Camera Station Edge
Price$79.99Free — better
Rating2.4 (22 ratings)2.8 (76 ratings) — better
Positive reviews71.3% of reviews — better29.9% of reviews
Number of ratings2276 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.4 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB97 MB
Age rating4+4+
DevelopereKeypad Mobile Solutions LLCAXIS Communications AB

Customer experience

eKeypad M1

All ratings22 ratings
Positive31.8%
Neutral4.5%
Negative63.6%
Written reviews94 reviews
Positive71.3%
Neutral4.3%
Negative24.5%

AXIS Camera Station Edge

All ratings76 ratings
Positive38.2%
Neutral7.9%
Negative53.9%
Written reviews67 reviews
Positive29.9%
Neutral7.5%
Negative62.7%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

eKeypad M1

One-time4
  • ISY Module$4.99
  • IP Video Module$9.99
  • Blueprint Module$9.99
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  • Multi-device Module$14.99
None

AXIS Camera Station Edge

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is eKeypad M1 free?
eKeypad M1 costs $79.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is AXIS Camera Station Edge free?
AXIS Camera Station Edge is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, eKeypad M1 or AXIS Camera Station Edge?
AXIS Camera Station Edge is rated higher. eKeypad M1 averages 2.4 out of 5 from 22 ratings, while AXIS Camera Station Edge averages 2.8 from 76 ratings.
Do eKeypad M1 or AXIS Camera Station Edge have ads?
Neither eKeypad M1 nor AXIS Camera Station Edge shows ads.
Which is updated more often, eKeypad M1 or AXIS Camera Station Edge?
eKeypad M1 ships an update every 3 weeks, and AXIS Camera Station Edge every 3 weeks. Most recently, eKeypad M1 was updated on October 7, 2026 and AXIS Camera Station Edge on October 11, 2026.

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