Comparison

eKeypad Pro vs Leak Defense System

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

Head to head
About

eKeypad Pro

Control a wide range of security, video surveillance, and home automation systems with this app. It offers extensive customization for touch screen interfaces and intelligent organization of system controls. The app prioritizes end-to-end security with on-device data storage and encrypted connections.

Highlights
  • Customizable touch screen interfaces
  • Intelligent organization of system controls
  • End-to-end data security
  • Flexible push notifications
  • On-device data storage
  • Installer support programs
Features
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eKeypad is a software solution for controlling a wide range of Security, Video Surveillance and Home Automation systems. ● Simple and easy setup with detailed install guides ● System and data security focused ● Strong end-user and installer support ● Flexible and robust push notifications ● Extensive customization and organization abilities ● Create fully custom touch screen interfaces INTEFACE CUSTOMIZATION Every install and user is different. Each has unique requirements and preferences for the best control interface. From a single button interface to an interactive floor plan, the eKeypad interface can be adapted to fit. Both stock and custom interfaces are available on all iOS platforms. The pre-built interface offers a large number of customizations and organization options. Tablet platforms extends this ability to create fully custom touch screen interfaces for use on tables or TV screens. ORGANIZATION AND CAPABILITIES To make larger integrated systems easier to use, eKeypad learns the equipment setup to optimized user interaction. eKeypad is not only aware of the systems configured, but also the capabilities of each individual item in the system. This allows for intelligent sorting and the display of item controls. By configuring multiple systems and using the profiles feature, items can be consolidated across systems, separated into separate views or any combination if the two. END-TO-END SECURITY The security of your system and personal data is very important and eKeypad uses both visible and non-visible features to safeguard them. We do not make use of cloud servers and do not store your data outside your mobile device. All data is stored on the device encrypted and all network connections use encryption protocols where possible. ALWAYS AVAILABLE Mobile devices are designed to be mobile and eKeypad is designed to seamlessly adapt as devices move between networks. We include numerous setup guides, help articles and support services to ensure a reliable solution. A robust and flexible push notification* capability provides distribution of important status changes in your equipment. UNMATCHED SUPPORT If you encounter an issue or have a question, we are here to help. Our support services can help you identify and resolve issues quickly and recommend changes to prevent the issue from re-occurring. Automated testing and support tools within eKeypad help diagnose issues quickly. We also make installation guides and help articles available to document the best ways to setup and configure your system. If necessary, we can schedule phone support. INSTALLER FOCUS Professional installers are often involved in the setup and support of eKeypad. This makes support services critical for installers. We have programs, training and real-time support services that address the unique needs of installers. We are dedicated to help installers achieve success. For more information, contact us through our web site or your manufacturers representative. Terms of Use: https://blog.ekeypad.net/terms-of-use/ Privacy policy: https://blog.ekeypad.net/privacy-policy/ * Push notification support requires a subscription costing $2.49 monthly or $23.99 yearly (prices vary by region). Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase and auto-renews at the same price unless disabled in iTunes Account Settings at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your subscription can be managed in your iTunes Account Settings. Equipment supported by eKeypad Pro: ∙ Elk M1 and EZ8 alarm and automation panels ∙ Ness M1 alarm and automation panels ∙ Universal Devices ISY INSTEON and Z-Wave automation controllers ∙ PCS Mi LightStyle automation controllers and PIM-IP interface modules ∙ Web Mountain UPB interface module ∙ Philips Hue LED lighting ∙ Russound C-Series multi-room audio systems ∙ Over 500 IP Video Cameras, Analog encoders, DVRs and NVRs ∙ Contact us to request support for additional equipment

About

Leak Defense System

This system detects plumbing leaks and provides remote water shut-off capabilities for homes, high-rises, or entire buildings. It acts as an emergency shut-off solution, offering advanced control over your water supply.

Highlights
  • Remote water shut-off
  • Plumbing leak detection
  • Emergency water shut-off
  • Smart-home integration
  • Control for homes, high-rises, and buildings
Features
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The Leak Defense System is the industry leader in water leak shut off systems and smart-home water shut off valves. It's so advanced that you can turn off water to your home, a zone of a high-rise or the entire building with a touch of a button. Detects plumbing leaks and serves as an emergency water shut off too!

Screenshots

eKeypad Pro4 screens
Leak Defense System3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: eKeypad Pro at 76% against Leak Defense System's 13%. eKeypad Pro also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks) and rating (3.3 vs 3.0). Leak Defense System's advantage is price (Free vs $139.99) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). On ratings volume, 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

Leak Defense System is free to download; eKeypad Pro costs $139.99 up front. eKeypad Pro sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Leak Defense System asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

eKeypad Pro holds the better App Store score, 3.3 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 36 and 21 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of eKeypad Pro's written reviews are positive against 13% of Leak Defense System's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

eKeypad Pro ships an update every 4 days, Leak Defense System every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and August 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
eKeypad Pro versus Leak Defense System: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametereKeypad ProLeak Defense System
Price$139.99Free — better
Rating3.3 (36 ratings) — better3.0 (21 ratings)
Positive reviews76.0% of reviews — better12.5% of reviews
Number of ratings36 — better21
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.4 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DevelopereKeypad Mobile Solutions LLCCalance

Customer experience

eKeypad Pro

All ratings36 ratings
Positive52.8%
Neutral5.6%
Negative41.7%
Written reviews96 reviews
Positive76.0%
Neutral8.3%
Negative15.6%

Leak Defense System

All ratings21 ratings
Positive42.9%
Neutral9.5%
Negative47.6%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive12.5%
Neutral25.0%
Negative62.5%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

eKeypad Pro

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Push Sub$4.991 Month
  • Monthly Cloud Server$29.991 Month
  • Yearly Push Sub$39.991 Year
None

Leak Defense System

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is eKeypad Pro free?
eKeypad Pro costs $139.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Leak Defense System free?
Leak Defense System is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, eKeypad Pro or Leak Defense System?
eKeypad Pro is rated higher. eKeypad Pro averages 3.3 out of 5 from 36 ratings, while Leak Defense System averages 3.0 from 21 ratings.
Do eKeypad Pro or Leak Defense System have ads?
Neither eKeypad Pro nor Leak Defense System shows ads.
Which is updated more often, eKeypad Pro or Leak Defense System?
eKeypad Pro ships an update every 4 days, and Leak Defense System every 3 weeks. Most recently, eKeypad Pro was updated on September 24, 2026 and Leak Defense System on August 14, 2026.

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