sfty vs Resideo Connect
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
sfty
This app enhances personal safety by allowing users to share their location with a trusted network. It also features an emergency alarm and integrates with a smart smoke detector for comprehensive home security.
- Location sharing with trusted contacts
- Personal emergency alarm
- Motion detection alerts
- Room temperature monitoring
- Relative air humidity monitoring
- WiFi connectivity for smart detector
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Sfty is both a free personal safety app and the main companion of sfty Sense - the WiFi connected smoke detector for apartments. You choose who should be part of your safety network - so they can be notified if something happens. Sfty Sense features: Interconnected, optical smoke detector Supports building wide installation for apartment buildings; warning everyone if a dangerous situation occurs Motion detection and alerts Monitoring of room temperature Monitoring of relative air humidity Connects to your WiFi Free features for all users of the app Follow Me Share your movements with all users so they can keep an eye on you as you go on an adventure or make your way home Help Me Personal alarm that can be triggered with the press of a button Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.
Resideo Connect
Monitor and manage your smart home devices for comfort, safety, and water leak detection. Receive alerts whether you're home or away, and integrate with various smart home partners for comprehensive control.
- Whole-home device management
- Real-time alerts (home/away)
- Comfort control (thermostats)
- Smart smoke & CO detection
- Video monitoring (doorbell/cameras)
- Water leak detection & shutoff
- Smart home partner integration
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Welcome to Resideo Connect. Formerly the First Alert app, Resideo Connect introduces a refreshed look and feel while continuing to deliver the same trusted experience. No action is required, and your devices, settings, and account information remain unchanged. Resideo Connect is the official app for compatible Honeywell Home, First Alert, and Resideo products – all part of the Resideo family of brands. Take greater control of your home's comfort, safety, security, and water leak detection with the Resideo Connect app. Whether you're home or away, this whole-home solution helps you monitor and manage the devices that keep your home running, all from one easy-to-use app. Designed for the way homes really work, the Resideo Connect app is compatible across select Resideo, Honeywell Home and First Alert branded products. Plus, integrate with smart home partners to manage additional devices throughout your home. Stay connected to the devices your home depends on with the Resideo Connect app, so everything works better together. • Connected Home Control: Manage security cameras, video doorbells, smart smoke & carbon monoxide alarms, select smart thermostats, water leak detection, and more from one intuitive app. • Clear Alerts, Faster Action: Receive timely notifications for water leaks, motion events, smoke or CO incidents, security activity, and other important events so you can respond with confidence. • Trusted Solutions, Connected Together: Bring together trusted products and smart home integrations to simplify everyday home management and stay connected from anywhere. Key Features • Comfort Control: Manage select Honeywell Home smart thermostats, adjust settings remotely, create schedules, and enroll in eligible energy-saving programs designed to help reduce utility costs. • Smart Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detection: Stay connected to your home's fire and CO safety devices wherever you are. Receive alerts, check device status, and seamlessly integrate compatible Google Nest Protect Alarms* to expand your connected safety ecosystem. • Smart Video Awareness: Stay informed with First Alert Video Doorbells and Outdoor Cameras featuring intelligent event detection for people, pets, vehicles, and packages, with clear notifications and video access when it matters most. • Water Leak Detection & Response: Help detect leaks early with the First Alert WiFi Water Leak and Freeze Detector. Pair with a professionally installed Water Shutoff Device for added control when water is detected. • Security & Smart Home Integrations: Manage compatible security devices, smart locks, and garage door openers, including select Schlage, Kwikset, and Genie products, from one convenient app. Integrate with leading smart home platforms for even greater control and convenience. Less complexity. More control. Resideo Connect helps homeowners stay connected to the devices that support comfort, safety, security, and awareness throughout the home. Expand your home’s protection with our whole home offering. Learn more about our family of connected smart products at firstalert.com/pages/resideo-connect-app New to our brands and the Resideo Connect app? Download the app and get started with guided device setup, streamlined onboarding, and easy device management.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Resideo Connect at 4.8 against sfty's 4.0. Resideo Connect also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (41K vs 1). sfty's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Resideo Connect holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Resideo Connect has 41K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of sfty's written reviews are positive against 21% of Resideo Connect's.
sfty ships an update every 4 months, Resideo Connect every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | sfty | Resideo Connect |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (1 ratings) | 4.8 (41K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 20.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 41K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | #37 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 208 MB | 217 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Sfty AS | Resideo Technologies, Inc. |
Customer experience
sfty
Resideo Connect
Bugs and requests
sfty
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Resideo Connect
Reported bugs
3 issues- Sign-in button not functioning
- Delayed HVAC runtime data updates
- Inability to add new devices
Requested features
3 requests- Option to switch between Celsius and Fahrenheit
- Improved remote sensor integration
- Apple Watch and landscape mode support
In-app purchases
sfty
No in-app purchases
Resideo Connect
No in-app purchases









