Virtual Keypad vs Sentry Telematics
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Virtual Keypad
Control your home or business security system remotely. Arm/disarm, manage lights, locks, thermostats, and view live camera feeds. Automate actions and receive important notifications.
- Arm and disarm security system
- Control smart home devices
- View live and recorded camera footage
- Automate system actions
- Receive event notifications
- Manage user access
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The Virtual Keypad™ App gives you control of your security system on-the-go. Connect to your home or business system to arm or disarm, control lights, locks, thermostats and more, easily with your app. Even view and record video from your security cameras. With the Virtual Keypad App, you can: • Arm and disarm your system • View what’s happening at your home or business • Control Z-Wave-connected devices such as thermostats, lights, locks and garage doors individually or all at once • Set up Actions to automatically control your system throughout the day • View and control Z-Wave devices using a photo or a security camera • Receive notifications when doors are opened or closed • View security cameras and your recorded clips • Add users to your security system from your app • Search your complete system event history • Cancel or verify alarms with live video view The app requires a compatible control panel and connected service. For more information about upgrading your alarm system, contact your DMP installing alarm company today. All features may not come standard with your app. Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.
Sentry Telematics
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Sentry Telematics by Faria Beede Instruments, Inc. This application supports the telematics devices offered by Faria Beede Instruments Inc. allowing for a complete telematics and vessel monitoring experience. The app allows users to track, manage, and understand the status of their connected marine devices and engines in real time. Designed for boat owner the app delivers live data, historical insights, maintenance tools, and device configuration options — all in one place. • Real-Time Telematics • View live device and engine data • Track GPS location, speed, heading, and last reported position • Monitor cellular, satellite, and GPS connectivity and signal strength • Access voltage, ignition status, and sensor health indicators Engine Monitoring & Maintenance • Access detailed engine history and performance data • Track maintenance intervals and service logs • Add or edit maintenance events directly within the app • Customizable engine names for easier identification Ideal For • Boat owners who want real-time insight into their vessel • Dealerships managing multiple devices or fleets • Marine service teams monitoring engine health • OEM partners integrating premium telematics features
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: Virtual Keypad at 4 against Sentry Telematics's 2. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Virtual Keypad | Sentry Telematics |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (13K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 13K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 14.2 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 289 MB | 143 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Digital Monitoring Products, Inc. | Riverside Mfg., LLC |
Bugs and requests
Virtual Keypad
Reported bugs
5 issues- Timed out connections
- Unresponsive app controls
- Incorrect alarm status display
- Delayed push notifications
- Compatibility issues with updates
Requested features
6 requests- Improved scheduling options
- Customizable notifications
- Apple Watch app support
- Enhanced camera integration
- Geofencing automation
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- Streamlined user management
Sentry Telematics
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Virtual Keypad
No in-app purchases
Sentry Telematics
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Virtual Keypad free?
Is Sentry Telematics free?
Do Virtual Keypad or Sentry Telematics have ads?
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