Comparison

eKeypad ISY vs iHelp GC

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

Head to head
About

eKeypad ISY

This app turns your iOS device into a mobile controller for your Universal Devices ISY automation system. Easily manage your home's thermostat, garage door, and security systems from anywhere. Create custom graphical interfaces for intuitive control.

Highlights
  • Mobile controller for ISY automation systems
  • Remote access to home systems
  • Thermostat, garage door, and security control
  • Customizable graphical interfaces
  • Supports various lighting and thermostat technologies
  • Optional support for alarm systems and IP cameras
Features
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eKeypad transforms your iOS device into a mobile controller for your Universal Devices ISY-99i, ISY-994i and ISY-994i Z automation controller. It enables you to easily access and control your system at home or while on the go. Did you adjust your thermostat before you left? Did the garage door close when you left? Want to unlock the door to let a friend in? With optional support for security systems, video surveillance and additional home automation the options are almost limitless. eKeypad even supports fully customizable graphical interfaces using an iPad and the optional blueprint module. Turn a simple floor plan into an interactive whole house controller. Unlimited screens allow you the flexibility to create the interface you want! Equipment supported by eKeypad ISY (does not include add-on modules): Automation Systems: Universal Devices ISY-99i, Universal Devices ISY-994i, Universal Devices ISY-944i Z eKeypad Platform Features: - No 3rd party servers or services required - No additional fees or services are required - 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: - Custom screens via Blueprint module on the iPad - Co-branding to customize the look of the GUI - Elk alarm and automation controller support - Ness alarm and automation controller support - Multi-system Module for control of unlimited systems - IP Camera, DVR and NVR viewing and PTZ control - Whole house energy monitoring status Supported equipment through add-on modules: Alarm Systems: Elk M1, Elk EZ8 and Ness M1 Automation Systems: Elk M1, Elk EZ8 and Ness M1 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, Network DVRs and NVRs: Digital Watchdog, IC Realtime, Visualint, LTS, Razberi Technologies, Ness, Everfocus, Dedicated Micros, Wirepath, GVI Security, Hikvision, Night Owl and Yoko Tech.

About

iHelp GC

Locate Global Caché iTach, iTach Flex, or GC100 devices on your network. This utility also allows for firmware updates for specific iTach models. It is designed for official Global Caché hardware.

Highlights
  • Network device discovery
  • Firmware updates
  • Supports iTach, iTach Flex, GC100
  • Official Global Caché hardware support
Features
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iHelp is an application that will help you find your Global Caché iTach, iTach Flex or GC100 unit in your network. You can also update the firmware of your iTach and iTach Flex unit. Please note: iHelp only supports unit bought from Global Caché for firmware updates. Updating rebranded units is not supported. If you have questions or suggestions then please use the 'Send Email...' option in the Help menu.

Screenshots

eKeypad ISY4 screens
iHelp GC1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: iHelp GC at $5.99 against eKeypad ISY's $29.99. iHelp GC also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.1) and in-app purchases (none vs 4). eKeypad ISY's advantage is review sentiment (59% vs 33%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 weeks). On ads, monetization model, device support and iOS requirement 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

eKeypad ISY costs $29.99 and iHelp GC $5.99 up front. eKeypad ISY sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. iHelp GC asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iHelp GC holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 2 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 59% of eKeypad ISY's written reviews are positive against 33% of iHelp GC's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

eKeypad ISY ships an update every 3 weeks, iHelp GC every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
eKeypad ISY versus iHelp GC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametereKeypad ISYiHelp GC
Price$29.99$5.99 — better
Rating2.1 (8 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews58.8% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings8 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.412.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DevelopereKeypad Mobile Solutions LLCInside Internet

Customer experience

eKeypad ISY

All ratings8 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive58.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative41.2%

iHelp GC

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

eKeypad ISY

One-time4
  • Multiple IP Video Module$9.99
  • Blueprint Module$9.99
  • Single Elk Module$19.99
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  • Enables Multi-device support$19.99
None

iHelp GC

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is eKeypad ISY free?
eKeypad ISY costs $29.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is iHelp GC free?
iHelp GC costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, eKeypad ISY or iHelp GC?
iHelp GC is rated higher. eKeypad ISY averages 2.1 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while iHelp GC averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do eKeypad ISY or iHelp GC have ads?
Neither eKeypad ISY nor iHelp GC shows ads.
Which is updated more often, eKeypad ISY or iHelp GC?
eKeypad ISY ships an update every 3 weeks, and iHelp GC every 5 weeks. Most recently, eKeypad ISY was updated on September 19, 2026 and iHelp GC on September 2, 2026.

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