Best Phone Security vs GateHouse Admin
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Best Phone Security
This app triggers an alarm when your device is touched or moved, deterring unauthorized access. It offers a PIN code for unlocking and a security alarm to notify you of any tampering. Ideal for protecting your device in public or from prying eyes.
- PIN code unlock
- Security alarm notification
- Motion-triggered alarm
- Deterrent against unauthorized access
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------------------------------------------------------ Don't wait! Protect Your iPhone/iPad Now! ------------------------------------------------------ Use alarm on your iPhone/ipod/ipad when in public or also to catch those sneaky friends and family who try to peek into your iPhone when you're away. What really happens when you're in the shower, sleeping, or just away from your device. Use this high quality app to trigger an alarm. Best part is if your friends or family know you have an advanced alarm they will never dare to touch the phone. They will be frightened to touch it a second time and so its an excellent deterrent. FEATURES: - Pin Code to unlock your iPhone & iPad - Security Alarm To Notify You - Alarm Triggered Thru Motion
GateHouse Admin
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Gate House Admin is the essential tool for estate managers, simplifying and streamlining all aspects of estate administration. From visitor management to staff coordination and access control, Gate House Admin empowers you to take full control of your estate operations — all from your phone. Whether you manage a small residential estate or a large gated community, Gate House Admin helps you maintain order, improve security, and enhance communication with residents and personnel.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GateHouse Admin at none against Best Phone Security's 1. GateHouse Admin also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). On price 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
Both are free to download. Best Phone Security sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. GateHouse Admin asks for nothing beyond the download.
Best Phone Security ships an update every 3 months, GateHouse Admin every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Best Phone Security | GateHouse Admin |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (3K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 68.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 59 MB | 39 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | RV AppStudios LLC | CPAAT CONSULTING |
Bugs and requests
Best Phone Security
Reported bugs
3 issues- Alarm doesn't always trigger
- Doesn't work as expected when phone is locked
- Crashes frequently
Requested features
4 requests- Take photo of intruder
- Send alert notifications
- Louder alarm
- Ability to lock app with passcode
GateHouse Admin
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Best Phone Security
- Unlock New Features$4.99
GateHouse Admin
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Best Phone Security free?
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Do Best Phone Security or GateHouse Admin have ads?
Which is updated more often, Best Phone Security or GateHouse Admin?
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