# A2Calc vs Lockly Home

The clearest difference is price: Lockly Home at Free against A2Calc's $6.99. Lockly Home also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (1.9K vs 10). A2Calc's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 27) and review sentiment (94% vs 62%). On rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Lockly Home is free to download; A2Calc costs $6.99 up front. Lockly Home sells 27 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. A2Calc asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for A2Calc against 4.6 for Lockly Home. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lockly Home has 1.9K ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 94% of A2Calc's written reviews are positive against 62% of Lockly Home's.

A2Calc ships an update every 3 months, Lockly Home every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | A2Calc | Lockly Home |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $6.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a2calc/id589583757/reviews)** | [4.6 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockly-home/id6578425449/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 10 | **1.9K** |
| Positive reviews | **93.8% of reviews** | 61.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 2 MB | 305 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Farren Domenici](https://appshunter.io/developer/583666476) | [PIN GENIE LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1118646944) |

## What reviewers say

### A2Calc

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a2calc/id589583757)

This app assists locksmiths by automatically calculating pinning charts for A2 SFIC systems. It supports 6 or 7 pin systems and includes features like a randomize function, control finder, and project saving. Projects are encrypted and can be shared via AirPrint or email.

**Highlights:** Automatic pinning chart calculation, Supports 6 or 7 pin systems, Randomize chart generation, Control Finder for lost control keys, Save up to 16 projects, Encrypted and passcode-protected projects, Share projects via AirPrint or email

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Lockly Home

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockly-home/id6578425449)

Manage your smart locks and safes with advanced security and convenience. Control access for family and guests, monitor your home remotely, and receive real-time notifications. Enjoy features like facial recognition, live video, and offline access codes for peace of mind.

**Highlights:** Facial recognition setup, Live view and video recording, Intercom calls, Personalized access (fingerprints, codes, eKeys), Remote locking and unlocking, Real-time notifications, Offline Access Codes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (27)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lockly TapCom Blue - Solo | $1.99 | per month |
| 1 lock subscription per month | $2.00 | per month |
| Lockly TapCom Blue - Duo | $3.99 | per month |
| Lockly TapCom Pearl - Solo | $3.99 | per month |
| 1 Lock Plus Plan | $4.00 | per month |
| 2 lock subscription per month | $4.00 | per month |
| 3 lock subscription per month | $6.00 | per month |
| Lockly TapCom Pearl - Duo | $7.99 | per month |
| 2 Locks Plus Plan | $8.00 | per month |
| 4 lock subscription per month | $8.00 | per month |
| Lockly TapCom Blue - Home | $8.99 | per month |
| 5 lock subscription per month | $10.00 | per month |
| 3 Locks Plus Plan | $12.00 | per month |
| Lockly TapCom Pearl - Home | $14.99 | per month |
| 4 Locks Plus Plan | $16.00 | per month |
| Lockly TapCom Blue - Solo | $18.99 | per year |
| 1 lock subscription per year | $19.00 | per year |
| 5 Locks Plus Plan | $20.00 | per month |
| Lockly TapCom Blue - Duo | $37.99 | per year |
| Lockly TapCom Pearl - Solo | $37.99 | per year |
| 2 lock subscription per year | $38.00 | per year |
| 3 lock subscription per year | $57.00 | per year |
| Lockly TapCom Pearl - Duo | $75.99 | per year |
| 4 lock subscription per year | $76.00 | per year |
| Lockly TapCom Blue - Home | $85.99 | per year |
| 5 lock subscription per year | $95.00 | per year |
| Lockly TapCom Pearl - Home | $139.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔒 Secure access with fingerprint and facial recognition
- 🚀 Convenient remote access
- 💡 Useful automation features like auto-lock

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues with WiFi and Bluetooth
- 🔍 Confusing app UI and navigation
- ⏱️ Slow customer support response times
- 🔧 Difficulty setting up and troubleshooting

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Inability to reset password or create new accounts
- Unreliable connectivity between lock, hub, and app

**Requested features**

- Add option to delete unused locks/devices
- Improve user management with group/family access
- Provide 24-hour clock format for lock schedules
- Integrate with more smart home platforms like Alexa


## Frequently asked questions

### Is A2Calc free?

A2Calc costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Lockly Home free?

Lockly Home is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, A2Calc or Lockly Home?

A2Calc is rated higher. A2Calc averages 4.7 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Lockly Home averages 4.6 from 1.9K ratings.

### Do A2Calc or Lockly Home have ads?

Neither A2Calc nor Lockly Home shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, A2Calc or Lockly Home?

A2Calc ships an update every 3 months, and Lockly Home every 2 weeks. Most recently, A2Calc was updated on October 23, 2026 and Lockly Home on October 24, 2026.

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