iSmartAlarm vs MContainer
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
MContainer
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Utility app for workmen to manage the container repairs across yards.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MContainer at none against iSmartAlarm's 13. MContainer also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). iSmartAlarm's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 42 months). On price, ads and device support 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 13 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. MContainer asks for nothing beyond the download.
iSmartAlarm ships an update every 3 months, MContainer every 42 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iSmartAlarm | MContainer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.8 (746 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 12.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 746 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months — better | Every 42 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 67 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | SHO Technologies | 0691146 BC Ltd |
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
MContainer
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
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
- Clips Plan Household Y14 Days trial$49.991 Year
- Premium Cloud for 2 Device$99.991 Year
- Premium Cloud for 3 Device$149.991 Year
- Premium Cloud for 4 Device$199.991 Year
MContainer
No in-app purchases









