Comparison

iSmartAlarm vs MContainer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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

About

MContainer

Features
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Utility app for workmen to manage the container repairs across yards.

Screenshots

iSmartAlarm4 screens
MContainer4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. iSmartAlarm sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. MContainer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
iSmartAlarm versus MContainer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriSmartAlarmMContainer
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (746 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews12.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings746 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 42 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size67 MB36 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperSHO Technologies0691146 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

13 purchases

iSmartAlarm

Subscriptions13
  • 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
None

MContainer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iSmartAlarm free?
iSmartAlarm is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MContainer free?
MContainer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do iSmartAlarm or MContainer have ads?
Neither iSmartAlarm nor MContainer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iSmartAlarm or MContainer?
iSmartAlarm ships an update every 3 months, and MContainer every 42 months. Most recently, iSmartAlarm was updated on October 22, 2026 and MContainer on October 19, 2026.

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