iSmartAlarm vs HomeSafe View
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iSmartAlarm
Control your home security system and cameras remotely in real-time. Arm, monitor, and disarm your system from anywhere. Features intelligent cloud recording, video playback, and camera grouping for enhanced smart home security.
- Remote arm, monitor, and disarm
- Real-time system control
- Intelligent cloud recording
- Video playback and event organization
- Camera grouping and split-screen views
- Intuitive app design
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Welcome to the brand new iSmartAlarm app！ The updated iSmartAlarm app allows you to arm, monitor, and disarm your iSmartAlarm Home Security System and cameras at any time, from anywhere, in real-time. It supports the following iSmartAlarm products: CubeOne, Contact Sensor, Motion Sensor, Remote Tag, Smart Switch, Satellite Siren, Keypad, iCamera KEEP, Spot, and Spot+. With this new and streamlined app, you have even more control of your smart home security at your fingertips. You will be able to use your cameras in a number of new ways, such as - - Optional intelligent cloud recording subscription - New Playback features for stored videos - Camera grouping availability (split-screen multiple views) - Events page for organized playback - Simple and intuitive app design Cloud Service Subscription Service Description 1. We offer two types of Cloud Service : Premium Cloud $4.99/month ($49.99/year) Platinum Cloud $9.99/month ($99.99/ year) *Prices displayed are for one device, the package price depends on the number of devices. 2. Subscribing to Cloud Service will be paid directly through the iTunes account. 3. 24 hours before the subscription service expires, the system will automatically renew and deduct the corresponding fees according to the plan type. 4. If you need to unsubscribe, please do so at least 24 hours before the renewal date in the "Account Settings". 5. Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: Privacy Policy: https://ismartalarm.meshare.com/ismartalarm/application/info/privacynotice.html Terms of Use: https://ismartalarm.meshare.com/ismartalarm/application/info/termsconditions.html
HomeSafe View
Monitor your Swann CCTV system live from your iPhone or iPad. View up to 16 cameras simultaneously, play back recordings, and control PTZ cameras remotely. Capture video and still images directly to your device.
- Multi-channel live viewing (up to 16 cameras)
- Playback stored DVR recordings
- Change DVR/NVR settings
- Capture live video
- Capture still images
- Remote PTZ camera control
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HomeSafe View: Live Swann CCTV viewing on your iPhone and iPad HomeSafe View supports the following features: Multi-channel viewing with up to 16 cameras on screen at the same time (16ch view works best on iPads) Play back stored recordings from your DVR on your handset or tablet (requires high upload speed internet) Change settings on your DVR or NVR in app Capture video from your camera live view to your iPhone to play back later Capture single and multi still images and save these to your iPhone's picture library Control PTZ (pan, tilt, zoom) cameras remotely Note: Current model handsets and iPads are recommended for high resolution playback and live viewing more than 8 cameras at once. Note: This app uses a data stream that will connect to your Swann DVR via 4G/5G or WiFi. When using 4G/5G, the video from your DVR will likely be considered "downloads" by your phone service provider and will contribute to any download limit your phone data plan may have. If you exceed any plan limits you may incur additional usage charges. Consult with your mobile service provider regarding the use of a video streaming app and how it may affect your plan. For assistance with this app, contact Swann Tech Support – tech@swann.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: HomeSafe View at 2.6 against iSmartAlarm's 1.8. HomeSafe View also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence 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. iSmartAlarm sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. HomeSafe View asks for nothing beyond the download.
HomeSafe View holds the better App Store score, 2.6 against 1.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 746 and 1.1K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 13% of iSmartAlarm's written reviews are positive against 11% of HomeSafe View's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
iSmartAlarm ships an update every 4 months, HomeSafe View every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iSmartAlarm | HomeSafe View |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.8 (746 ratings) | 2.6 (1.1K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 12.6% of reviews — better | 11.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 746 | 1.1K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 11.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 68 MB | 108 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SHO Technologies | Swann Communications Pty Ltd |
Customer experience
iSmartAlarm
HomeSafe View
User reviews
iSmartAlarm
From 746 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Easy to install and use
- 🔒 Provides home security
- 👍 Customizable settings
- 💡 Integrates with smart home devices
Room to improve
- 🐛 Unreliable app and connectivity issues
- 🔋 Cameras and sensors frequently go offline
- 👎 Poor customer support
- 💸 Expensive for features provided
HomeSafe View
From 1.1K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Fast live view
- 👍 Easy setup
- 🔒 Reliable security system
- 💡 Helpful technical support
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 🐛 Laggy and slow app performance
- 🐛 Playback issues and missing features
- 👎 Unintuitive and outdated user interface
Bugs and requests
iSmartAlarm
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes and freezes
- Sensors and cameras not connecting properly
- Arm/disarm functionality not working as expected
- Inconsistent alarm notifications
Requested features
4 requests- Improved app stability and responsiveness
- Automatic arming/disarming based on location
- Better camera integration and control
- Compatibility with newer devices and OS versions
HomeSafe View
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes and freezes
- Notifications not working as expected
- Inability to delete recorded videos
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
Requested features
4 requests- Add landscape mode support
- Improve video playback controls
- Allow remote camera settings adjustments
- Integrate with smart home platforms
In-app purchases
iSmartAlarm
- Premium Cloud for 1 Device$4.991 Month
- Platinum Cloud for 1 Device$9.991 Month
- Premium Cloud for 2 Device$9.991 Month
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- Premium Cloud for 3 Device$14.991 Month
- Platinum Cloud for 2 Device$19.991 Month
- Clips Plan for 1 Device Y14 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Premium Cloud for 5 Device$24.991 Month
- Premium Cloud for 10 Device$49.991 Month
- Premium Cloud for 1 Device$49.991 Year
- Premium Cloud for 2 Device$99.991 Year
HomeSafe View
No in-app purchases
