Beacon Free vs HouseMadeEasy
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Beacon Free
This app creates a customizable light and sound pattern for safety during outdoor activities. It can alert others to your presence, functioning as a digital bear bell. Features include adjustable cycle speeds, sound types, and flashlight options.
- Cyclic light and sound
- Adjustable cycle speed
- Random sound option
- Flashlight control
- Screen brightness setting
- Background operation
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"Beacon" produces a cyclic light and sound. It can for example be handy for a night walk or a forest camp because it might tell your existence to someone or some animals around you. It might even serve as a makeshift bear bell (no guarantees, though). This application has the functions listed below. - Cycle setting [Slow/Middle/Fast] - Randomize setting [No/Once/Always] - Sound setting [No/Soft/Sharp] - Flashlight setting [No/Cyclic/Always] - Screen setting [No/Dark/Bright] - Status bar setting [On/Off] - Background operation setting [On/Off] [Caution] - Flashlight control requires a compatible device.
HouseMadeEasy
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Key Features Smart Property Search - Browse verified apartments and homes - Advanced filters by location, budget, and amenities - Real-time property availability updates - High-quality photos and videos for immersive previews Flatmate Matching - Connect with compatible roommates - Community-focused living arrangements - Safe and verified user profiles Campus Living Support - Student-focused housing options - University proximity listings - Campus community integration Comprehensive Services - Short-term rentals for flexible living - Home repair and maintenance support - Moving logistics assistance - Professional property management tools Seamless Communication - Direct chat with landlords and agents - Instant booking requests - Real-time notifications and updates Secure Payments - Integrated payment gateways (Paystack & Flutterwave) - Secure wallet funding options - Transparent transaction tracking Personalised Experience - Save favourite properties - Personalised recommendations - User profiles for students and professionals - Multi-role support (Tenant, Agent, Landlord, Admin) Why Choose HouseMadeEasy? - Verified Listings: All properties are thoroughly vetted for quality and authenticity - User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive design for easy navigation and quick searches - Local Focus: Tailored for the Nigerian housing market and student needs - Comprehensive Support: From search to settlement, we've got you covered - Community Driven: Building better living experiences for everyone
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: HouseMadeEasy at none against Beacon Free's shown. HouseMadeEasy also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 9 months). On price, in-app purchases, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Beacon Free ships an update every 9 months, HouseMadeEasy every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Beacon Free | HouseMadeEasy |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 64.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 51 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Masayuki Akamatsu | PennySchool Nig Ltd |
In-app purchases
Beacon Free
No in-app purchases
HouseMadeEasy
No in-app purchases
