Comparison

MicroSense2 vs HomeSheltr

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

Head to head
About

MicroSense2

Features
Read full description

MicroSense2 is an easy-to-use tool for setting up the MicroSense®2 Stove Guard. Define installation location, cooker type and timer setting with it.

About

HomeSheltr

Features
Read full description

Be prepared without making it complicated. HomeSheltr helps you and your household build and maintain a practical emergency supply based on Norwegian preparedness guidance. Keep track of food, water, medicine and essential equipment, and receive reminders before items expire. EVERYTHING IN ONE PLACE • Register items, quantities, categories and expiry dates • Quickly see what is ready, expiring soon or needs replacing • Use checklists for your home, car, cabin and power outages • Copy recommended supplies directly into your own inventory • Read practical guides about water, food, heating, communication and first aid • Adapt recommendations to your household size • Use the app without an account, with data stored locally on your device HOMESHELTR PRO Pro includes: • More than 10 inventory items • Barcode scanning for faster registration and automatic product photos • Shared inventories for household members • Synchronisation across devices • An annual preparedness check reminder The annual subscription may include a 14-day free trial for eligible new subscribers. The monthly subscription does not include a trial. The current price, trial eligibility and terms are always shown before purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings. CALM, PRACTICAL AND PRIVATE HomeSheltr is designed for ordinary households — without fear-based or military styling. You can get started without creating an account. We do not display advertising or sell personal information. HomeSheltr is a practical planning tool, not an official government source. During an actual emergency, always follow instructions from emergency services and relevant national or local authorities. Privacy Policy: https://rubergdev.com/personvern Terms of Use: https://rubergdev.com/vilkar

Screenshots

MicroSense24 screens
HomeSheltr4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MicroSense2 at none against HomeSheltr's 2. MicroSense2 also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). HomeSheltr's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 4 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. HomeSheltr sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. MicroSense2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MicroSense2 ships an update every 4 months, HomeSheltr monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
MicroSense2 versus HomeSheltr: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMicroSense2HomeSheltr
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB56 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperInnohome OySimen Ruberg

In-app purchases

None

MicroSense2

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

HomeSheltr

Subscriptions2
  • Pro - Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Pro – Yearly14 Days trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is MicroSense2 free?
MicroSense2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HomeSheltr free?
HomeSheltr is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MicroSense2 or HomeSheltr have ads?
Neither MicroSense2 nor HomeSheltr shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MicroSense2 or HomeSheltr?
MicroSense2 ships an update every 4 months, and HomeSheltr monthly. Most recently, MicroSense2 was updated on October 27, 2026 and HomeSheltr on October 13, 2026.

Other comparisons