# eSecure 2.0 vs Brivo Access

The clearest difference is rating: eSecure 2.0 at 4.6 against Brivo Access's 3.0. eSecure 2.0 also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (7.6K vs 2). On price, update cadence, 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 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: eSecure 2.0 has 7.6K ratings behind it against 2, 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 14% of Brivo Access's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 15, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | eSecure 2.0 | Brivo Access |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (7.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/esecure-20/id550267400/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brivo-access/id976235855/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.6K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **32.1% of reviews** | 14.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 208 MB | 80 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Protection One](https://appshunter.io/developer/335199195) | [Brivo Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/903496661) |

## 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


### Brivo Access

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brivo-access/id976235855)

Manage your Brivo access control and video surveillance system from your smartphone. Control devices, manage users and credentials, monitor events in real-time, and view recorded video for enhanced security and operational flexibility.

**Highlights:** Manage users and credentials, Review events and recorded video, Unlock or secure doors remotely, Real-time event monitoring, Integrate device control

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Convenient mobile management
- 👍 Live video feature
- 👍 "Stay Signed In" functionality
- 👍 Larger video player on iPad
- 👍 Faster access to logs/controls on iPad

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App doesn't work
- 🐛 Barely usable
- 🐛 Things don't fit on screen
- 🐛 Things flash and disappear
- 🐛 Can't access items

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't work
- Things flash up and disappear
- Can't access items
- Can't view complete website on iPhone
- No audio alerts

**Requested features**

- Get this on Apple Watch
- Allow user to save username and password
- Use iPhone 6 fingerprint scanner for faster access
- Add PIN or TouchID for faster access
- Bring back ability for admins to see PIN


## Frequently asked questions

### Is eSecure 2.0 free?

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

### Is Brivo Access free?

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

### Which has better reviews, eSecure 2.0 or Brivo Access?

eSecure 2.0 is rated higher. eSecure 2.0 averages 4.6 out of 5 from 7.6K ratings, while Brivo Access averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do eSecure 2.0 or Brivo Access have ads?

Neither eSecure 2.0 nor Brivo Access shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, eSecure 2.0 or Brivo Access?

eSecure 2.0 ships an update every 6 weeks, and Brivo Access every 6 weeks. Most recently, eSecure 2.0 was updated on October 15, 2026 and Brivo Access on October 15, 2026.

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