ControlPlus2 vs QGEMS
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
ControlPlus2
Manage your Orisec intruder alarm system remotely from your smartphone or tablet. Gain complete visibility, receive real-time notifications, and control multiple sites with an intuitive interface. Secure login options ensure quick and safe access to your system's status and events.
- Remote system access
- Biometric login
- Multi-site control
- Arm/disarm alarm
- Real-time notifications
- Zone status monitoring
- Device control
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The ControlPlus2 app gives users full access to their Orisec intruder alarm system, anytime, anywhere. ControlPlus2 is for people who want complete visibility of their system, allowing total operational control, system event notifications and monitoring from anywhere in the world. With the Orisec ControlPlus2 app you can: ⢠Remotely and securely access your Orisec intruder alarm system from your phone or tablet. ⢠Use biometric fingerprint and face recognition to login for quick and secure access to your app. ⢠Access and control multiple protected sites, like your home and your office. ⢠Arm, disarm or part arm any of your alarm systems through a simple intuitive interface. ⢠Receive real time notifications from all your monitored sites directly to your phone or tablet. ⢠View notification history from each monitored site. ⢠View the real time status and recent activity of each monitored zone. ⢠View all or selected event types from the system event log. ⢠View zone activity history. ⢠Turn on or off devices connected to the remote-controlled outputs. ⢠Use the virtual remote keypad to operate your alarm system. ⢠Get context sensitive help to guide you through the app features and functions. ⢠Use the dedicated Density Fog screen for diagnostics and remote control of their fog machines. ⢠Select dark or light colour themes with the option of full customisation.
QGEMS
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QGEMS QHome offers an innovative solution for maximizing energy savings through its advanced platform. By automating and intelligently optimizing energy usage, the system ensures that users benefit from maximum efficiency while maintaining full control via an intuitive app. Key features of the QHome platform include: - Solar Generation Monitoring: Users can track their home's solar energy production in real-time. - Energy Import/Export Tracking: Easily view energy imported from or exported to the grid. - Energy Consumption Overview: Get insights into your home's total energy usage. - Battery Monitoring: See battery charge/discharge status and track the current charge level. Users can navigate through daily, weekly, monthly, or yearly data for solar production, grid interaction, consumption, and battery performance through an easy-to-use date interface. Additional features: - Half-Hour Energy Prices: Stay informed with real-time energy prices and select tariffs that suit your needs. - Home EPC Report: Review your home's Energy Performance Certificate. - Estimated Energy Bill: Get an accurate estimation of your energy costs. - Inverter Compatibility: Connect seamlessly with Fox, Lux, or Tesla inverters (with more options coming soon). Currently, registration for QHome is available by invitation only. For further details, contact QGEMS at https://qgems.energy.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: ControlPlus2 at 13.0 against QGEMS's 15.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
ControlPlus2 ships an update every 3 months, QGEMS every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ControlPlus2 | QGEMS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 19.7% of reviews | ā |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 months ā better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | ā |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 ā better | 15.0 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 247 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Colin Galbraith | QGEMS |
In-app purchases
ControlPlus2
No in-app purchases
QGEMS
No in-app purchases









