# eSecure 2.0 vs Northcentral

The clearest difference is rating: eSecure 2.0 at 4.6 against Northcentral's 2.3. eSecure 2.0 also leads on ratings volume (7.6K vs 8) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 6 months). Northcentral's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

eSecure 2.0 holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: eSecure 2.0 has 7.6K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 32% of eSecure 2.0's written reviews are positive against 25% of Northcentral's.

eSecure 2.0 ships an update every 6 weeks, Northcentral every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | eSecure 2.0 | Northcentral |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (7.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/esecure-20/id550267400/reviews)** | [2.3 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/northcentral/id673661773/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.6K** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | **32.1% of reviews** | 25.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 208 MB | 174 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Protection One](https://appshunter.io/developer/335199195) | [Northcentral Mississippi Electric Power Association](https://appshunter.io/developer/673661776) |

## What reviewers say

### eSecure 2.0

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/esecure-20/id550267400)

Control your home security system and smart devices remotely. View live video feeds and receive alerts for important events. Automate scenes for convenience and energy savings.

**Highlights:** Arm/disarm security system, Control Z-Wave devices (lights, locks, thermostats), View live and recorded video, Create automated scenes, Manage user codes, Receive event alerts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🔒 Secure app
- 👍 Convenient remote access

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🔒 Difficult to set up user accounts
- ⏱️ Slow to connect and respond
- 🔌 Unreliable connectivity
- 💰 Expensive service

**Reported bugs**

- App unable to arm/disarm system
- Sensor and camera issues
- Inconsistent app performance

**Requested features**

- Allow clearing alarm history from app
- Improve scheduling options
- Update app for latest iPhone models


### Northcentral

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/northcentral/id673661773)

Manage your account details, view bills and balances, and make payments securely on the go. Schedule alerts, receive push notifications, and stay connected via social media.

**Highlights:** Secure account access, View bill and balance, Make payments, Schedule alerts and reminders, Receive push notifications, Social media connection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is eSecure 2.0 free?

eSecure 2.0 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Northcentral free?

Northcentral is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, eSecure 2.0 or Northcentral?

eSecure 2.0 is rated higher. eSecure 2.0 averages 4.6 out of 5 from 7.6K ratings, while Northcentral averages 2.3 from 8 ratings.

### Do eSecure 2.0 or Northcentral have ads?

Neither eSecure 2.0 nor Northcentral shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, eSecure 2.0 or Northcentral?

eSecure 2.0 ships an update every 6 weeks, and Northcentral every 6 months. Most recently, eSecure 2.0 was updated on October 13, 2026 and Northcentral on October 3, 2026.

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