Comparison

ipFob vs Federal

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

Head to head
About

ipFob

Control your home security system with real-time notifications for doors, windows, and motion. Automate your environment with smart device scenes and recipes, adjusting lights, cameras, and thermostats to fit your daily routines. Securely store and access video footage from anywhere.

Highlights
  • Real-time security notifications
  • Smart device scene automation
  • Customizable zone configurations
  • Cloud video storage and retrieval
  • IP camera compatibility
Features
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About Alula At Alula, we believe that the best security solution is provided by the professional security dealer. And we know that today’s security customer expects more than just basic security. In order to deliver the best experience for the needs of today’s modern security customer, you need to design and develop the hardware, software, and services for a complete, end-to-end professional security system for the professional security dealer. The thoughtful technology in our products are designed to keep up with a changing world. Intuitive. Reliable. Innovative. Simplifying your business while saving you money. It’s what you deserve and what people expect. And we’re only scratching the surface of possibilities. Keeping people and property safe is your business. At Alula, creating the tools and support you need to do that, is in our DNA. It’s your home, you set the rules. The Alula App gives you what you deserve, reliability and control. Set rules for real-time notifications. Know instantly when doors and windows are opened or when motion is detected. Technology at your pace With event based “Scenes” and “Recipes”, your smart devices can support your way of life. Adjust the entire atmosphere in your home based on your day to day routines. Lights, cameras, garage doors and thermostats can adjust to great you in the morning or when you arrive back home in the evenings. Alula Home Security Zone Configurations Alula uses zones in coordination with armed modes and zone configurations to determine how your security system responds when a sensor or detector is triggered. Customize your own zone configurations. Cloud Video Services Alula Cloud is an easy-to-use and affordable cloud video solution designed for businesses and homeowners. Now your customers can keep an eye on their home or business with the comfort of knowing their video is securely stored and can be retrieved from anywhere. - Cost Effective: Why purchase expensive hardware storage, especially if there are multiple sites that need surveillance. Easily manage all camera from one platform. - Easy to Use: Built for users who do not want to bother with complicated and expensive systems, with simple setup for dealers. - Flexible Camera Support: Alula Cloud video works with the largest number of leading IP Cameras. Select the right camera for each customer.

About

Federal

Remotely control your iConnect security system from your iPhone or iPad. Arm/disarm the system, receive intrusion alarms with video verification, and activate home automation devices.

Highlights
  • Remote system control
  • Arm/disarm system
  • Intrusion alarms
  • Video alarm verification
  • Online photo capture
  • Home automation activation
Features
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"Federal" le permite controlar de forma remota su Sistema de Seguridad iConnect a través de su red Wi-Fi o 3G iPhone, iPod Touch o iPhone. Con "federal", se puede armar / desarmar el sistema, recibir alarmas de intrusión, junto con imágenes de los acontecimientos para la verificación de vídeo de alarma, tomar fotos en línea, la activación de dispositivos de automatización del hogar y mucho más. Nota: Debe disponer de un sistema de seguridad iConnect y estar registrado con un nombre de usuario y contraseña válidos para operar esta aplicación. Si usted no tiene iConnect, haga clic en el enlace de la página web de "FEDERAL SEGURIDAD MOVIL" abajo para más información.

Screenshots

ipFob3 screens
Federal1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Federal at 67% against ipFob's 29%. Federal also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.6). ipFob's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 14 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ipFob ships an update every 3 weeks, Federal every 14 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ipFob versus Federal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteripFobFederal
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (354 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews29.3% of reviews66.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings354 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 14 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.69.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size273 MB75 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlula Holdings, LLCRISCO Group

Customer experience

ipFob

All ratings352 ratings
Positive83.8%
Neutral3.4%
Negative12.8%
Written reviews82 reviews
Positive29.3%
Neutral9.8%
Negative61.0%

Federal

Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

ipFob

Reported bugs

15 issues
  • App crashes on launch with newer iOS versions
  • Blank white screen after updates
  • Username and password authentication failures
  • Password reset not recognized
  • Keypad not displaying
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  • Double notifications being sent
  • Event history not showing zone descriptions
  • Incorrect time stamps in event logs (off by 2 hours)
  • System status showing inaccurate information
  • App freezing and hanging
  • Connection failures despite good internet
  • Push notifications not working
  • Zone bypass functionality not working correctly
  • App only works on one device at a time
  • Silent panic alarm triggering unexpectedly

Requested features

15 requests
  • Biometric authentication (Touch ID/Face ID)
  • Customizable zone names instead of numbers
  • Individual user accounts with audit trails
  • Quick arm/stay/away buttons
  • Panic button integration
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  • Larger, more readable text and interface elements
  • Audible notifications and alert sounds
  • Direct keypad access on app launch
  • HomeKit integration for Siri control
  • Auxiliary key support for Honeywell panels
  • 12-hour time format option
  • Visual feedback for key presses
  • Full-screen keyboard panel
  • Customizable background colors based on alarm state
  • Support for older iPhone models

Federal

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

ipFob

No in-app purchases

None

Federal

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ipFob free?
ipFob is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Federal free?
Federal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ipFob or Federal have ads?
Neither ipFob nor Federal shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ipFob or Federal?
ipFob ships an update every 3 weeks, and Federal every 14 months. Most recently, ipFob was updated on October 22, 2026 and Federal on October 19, 2026.

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