Comparison

Sentry Pro vs Ancode

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

Head to head
About

Sentry Pro

Receive instant alerts for all Tesla Sentry Mode events, not just alarms. This app provides real-time notifications and allows you to program automatic deterrent actions like honking or flashing lights. Stay informed and ensure your vehicle's security from anywhere.

Highlights
  • Real-time Sentry Mode notifications
  • Automatic honk/flash deterrent actions
  • Monitor multiple Tesla vehicles
  • Privacy-focused authentication
  • Deter potential threats
Features
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The original Tesla app notifies you only when the car alarm goes off. To receive notifications for all Tesla Sentry Mode events you need this app! No more surprises when you return to your vehicle - stay connected and safe by receiving notifications on Sentry events. With Sentry Pro, you'll always be in the know, anytime and anywhere. You can also program the vehicle to automatically honk or flash the lights in order to deter threats. Key Features: - Real-time Notifications: Receive instant notifications when Sentry Mode activates. - Automatic actions: Program your vehicle to automatically honk the horn or flash the lights when a threat is detected. - Scheduled Sentry Mode: Automatically turn Sentry Mode on and off at set times every day to reduce battery drain during low-risk hours. - Stay Safe: Stay one step ahead of potential incidents or threats. - Peace of Mind: Ensure your Tesla's protection and your peace of mind. - Privacy Protection: Rest easy knowing that safeguarding your privacy is our top priority. * Sentry Pro support multiple vehicles with a single subscription! We don't collect any personal data from you - no names, emails, passwords or phone numbers required. You authenticate directly with Tesla, and Sentry Pro never handles your password. Notifications arrive anonymously directly to your phone. * Sentry Pro is developed by Sentry Brain S.M.P.C., an Approved Tesla Fleet API developer * Try it for free! Questions or need help? Reach out to us at support@sentrypro.app EULA: https://sentrypro.app/terms/

About

Ancode

Features
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ANCODE is a link you can say, write, and remember. With ANCODE, a word or character combination preceded by an asterisk (*) becomes an instant link between the real world and digital content. You might see it on a sign, hear it on the radio, find it in a video or at an event, or simply hear it spoken aloud. Search for, create, and manage your ANCODEs directly via the app or the web. WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH ANCODE SEARCH - Enter an ANCODE you’ve seen or heard—for example, *MENU or *CASA123 - Select the associated municipality if necessary - Instantly access the linked content - Find your recent searches in the history section CREATE - Create your own custom ANCODE - Link it to a website, page, document, or note - Associate it with a municipality when needed - Edit the linked content at any time - Share your ANCODE with others MANAGE - View all your ANCODEs on the dashboard - Update linked content without changing the ANCODE itself (PRO and BUSINESS plans only) - See how many people are searching for your ANCODEs in the results section - Manage your profile and plan ANCODE is available on both the app and the web, so you can search for a link while on the go or create and manage your ANCODEs right from your browser. THE LINK THAT WORKS EVERYWHERE An ANCODE can be displayed on signs, flyers, packaging, shop windows, radio, TV, at events, on social media, in online content, or simply shared verbally. One single link, many ways to share it. Anyone who knows your ANCODE simply needs to search for it to access the associated content. FOR INDIVIDUALS AND BUSINESSES ANCODE enables individuals, professionals, and businesses to create links that are easy to share and remember. You can use them to share websites, documents, information, services, and digital content. PLANS Free To start using ANCODE and create your first links. Pro and Business To create more ANCODEs and access advanced management and analytics tools. Download ANCODE or access it via the web. The link you can say, write, and remember. Support: support@ancode.it Web: app.ancode.it

Screenshots

Sentry Pro4 screens
Ancode4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Ancode at none against Sentry Pro's 4. Ancode also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 weeks). Sentry Pro's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Sentry Pro sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Ancode asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sentry Pro ships an update every 2 weeks, Ancode every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Sentry Pro versus Ancode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSentry ProAncode
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (994 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews53.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings994 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 6 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB60 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSENTRY BRAIN SINGLE MEMBER P.C.ANCODE SRL

Bugs and requests

Sentry Pro

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unable to log in or connect to Tesla account
  • Notifications not working as expected
  • Subscription issues and billing problems

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add scheduling options for alerts
  • Integrate with Tesla app for seamless experience
  • Provide more detailed event information
  • Allow customization of notification settings

Ancode

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Sentry Pro

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Sentry Pro Subscription7 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • Yearly subscription/Single Veh7 Days trial$34.991 Year
  • Yearly SentryPro Subscription7 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$133.99
None

Ancode

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sentry Pro free?
Sentry Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ancode free?
Ancode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Sentry Pro or Ancode have ads?
Ancode shows ads; Sentry Pro does not.
Which is updated more often, Sentry Pro or Ancode?
Sentry Pro ships an update every 2 weeks, and Ancode every 6 days. Most recently, Sentry Pro was updated on October 17, 2026 and Ancode on October 10, 2026.

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