SimpliSafe Home Security App vs Sensi
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SimpliSafe Home Security App
Control your home security system remotely from your iPhone or iPad. Arm or disarm your system, receive instant notifications, and view a detailed timeline of events. Live video streaming is available with compatible cameras.
- Remote arm/disarm
- Instant notifications
- Event timeline
- Live video streaming
- System control
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The SimpliSafe Home Security iPhone and iPad app lets you control your SimpliSafe security system from anywhere in the world. Arm and disarm the system, set instant notifications and keep track of everything in an up to the minute timeline. You can even watch and capture live video if you have a SimpliSafe camera.
Sensi
Control your home's climate remotely with a smart thermostat. Adjust temperature, set schedules, and receive alerts from anywhere. Integrates with popular smart home platforms for seamless control.
- Remote temperature control
- 7-day scheduling
- Usage reports
- Service reminders
- Geofencing
- Smart home integration
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With the Sensi Smart Thermostat, you can enjoy complete control of your home comfort – Anytime. Anywhere. Extensive Compatibility Sensi Smart Thermostats work with HVAC equipment found in most homes*. Check compatibility at sensi.copeland.com/en-us/support/compatibility. Easy to install. Easier to use. Even if you’ve never installed a thermostat, we’ve got you covered. Clearly illustrated, in-app instructions will walk you through each step from start to finish. As soon as you’ve installed and connected your thermostat, the Sensi app serves as an intuitive remote control that lets you set, change and program your home comfort from anywhere. In-App Features: Remote temperature control Flexible 7-day scheduling Usage reports Service reminders Geofencing Auto changeover Circulating fan Humidity control** Temperature limits Smart alerts Local weather Early start A/C protection Keypad lockout Smart home meets smart comfort. Simply pair to the smart home platform of your choice to seamlessly control all of your connected devices. Smart Home Compatible • Amazon Alexa • Google Assistant • Apple HomeKit • SmartThings *Common wire (c-wire) not required for most applications. Does not work with baseboard heat and some other systems. Common wire (c-wire) is required for Apple HomeKit, heat only systems, cool only systems and heat pump systems. **Humidification requires additional equipment and a professional installation is recommended. Dehumidification supported with AC and heat pump systems.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: SimpliSafe Home Security App at free against Sensi's free with in-app purchases. SimpliSafe Home Security App also leads on update cadence (weekly vs monthly) and chart position (#210 vs unranked). Sensi's advantage is review sentiment (35% vs 24%). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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.
SimpliSafe Home Security App holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 323K and 247K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 24% of SimpliSafe Home Security App's written reviews are positive against 35% of Sensi's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
SimpliSafe Home Security App ships an update weekly, Sensi monthly. Both last shipped on November 8, 2026.
| Parameter | SimpliSafe Home Security App | Sensi |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (323K ratings) — better | 4.6 (247K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 23.7% of reviews | 35.5% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 323K — better | 247K |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #210 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 438 MB | 63 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SimpliSafe Inc | Copeland LP |
Customer experience
SimpliSafe Home Security App
Sensi
User reviews
SimpliSafe Home Security App
From 323K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Easy to install
- 🔒 Reliable security system
- 👍 Customizable settings
- 🔒 Prompt monitoring response
- 👍 Helpful customer service
Room to improve
- 🐛 App connectivity issues
- 🔋 Battery life concerns
- 💰 Expensive subscription costs
- 🔍 Limited camera functionality
- 🔍 Lack of integration with smart home devices
Sensi
From 247K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Fantastic remote control
- 🔥 Great functionality
- 👍 Easy installation
- 💰 Good value
- ⏱️ Helpful usage tracking
Room to improve
- 🔌 Frequent disconnections
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance
- 📱 Unintuitive app interface
- 🌐 Lacks international support
- 🌡️ Inaccurate humidity readings
Bugs and requests
SimpliSafe Home Security App
Reported bugs
3 issues- Frequent app crashes and login issues
- Sensors going offline or malfunctioning
- Inconsistent camera performance and connectivity
Requested features
4 requests- Option to delete camera recordings
- Geofencing for automatic arming/disarming
- Integration with Apple HomeKit and Google Home
- Customizable sensor settings and zones
Sensi
Reported bugs
3 issues- Thermostat randomly disconnects from WiFi
- Programmed schedules not being retained
- Temperature settings not sticking after adjustments
Requested features
5 requests- Finer temperature control in Celsius
- Automatic heating/cooling mode switching based on outdoor temperature
- More detailed usage reporting
- Ability to set schedules with shorter intervals
- Support for multiple user accounts and geofencing
In-app purchases
SimpliSafe Home Security App
No in-app purchases
Sensi
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is SimpliSafe Home Security App free?
Is Sensi free?
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