Comparison

zero vs MQTT Developer

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

Head to head
About

zero

Control your burglar alarm remotely via SMS commands. This application simplifies sending instructions to your alarm system without manual text input.

Highlights
  • Remote alarm control
  • SMS command sending
  • Multiple location support
  • Simplified interface
  • No manual text typing
Features
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This program is designed to control the burglar alarm in zero locations and the way it works is that it will send the desired commands to the burglar through SMS and you don't need to type the text of the SMS and send it to the burglar.

About

MQTT Developer

Features
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Unlock the power of MQTT with MQTT Explorer, the ultimate tool for developers and enthusiasts alike! Designed for simplicity and productivity, this app makes managing MQTT connections and messages effortless. Key Features: Save Brokers for Later: Seamlessly save your MQTT brokers to your account and access them from any device. Publish History: Track your message publish history for quick reference and reuse. Reusable Publishes: Save and reuse frequently published messages to save time and eliminate retyping. Multi-Device Sync: Effortlessly manage brokers and messages across multiple devices with a unified experience. Clutter-Free Interface: A clean, distraction-free UI to keep you focused on what matters most. Whether you're testing, developing, or exploring MQTT, MQTT Explorer simplifies your workflow and keeps you connected wherever you go. Download now and take control of your MQTT messaging like never before!

Screenshots

zero4 screens
MQTT Developer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: MQTT Developer at none against zero's shown. MQTT Developer also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). zero's advantage is chart position (#202 vs unranked) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 3 months). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

zero ships an update every 2 months, MQTT Developer every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
zero versus MQTT Developer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterzeroMQTT Developer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
Best chart rank#202 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMohammad Alipour BehzadiPatrick West

In-app purchases

None

zero

No in-app purchases

None

MQTT Developer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is zero free?
zero is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MQTT Developer free?
MQTT Developer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do zero or MQTT Developer have ads?
zero shows ads; MQTT Developer does not.
Which is updated more often, zero or MQTT Developer?
zero ships an update every 2 months, and MQTT Developer every 3 months. Most recently, zero was updated on September 21, 2026 and MQTT Developer on September 10, 2026.

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