DOOR vs Beacon 42
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DOOR
Manage keyless entry, smart home devices, and on-demand services from one app. Control access for guests, monitor your home remotely, and book local professionals for home services. Designed for modern living, it simplifies everyday tasks and enhances building connectivity.
- Keyless door unlocking (phone, keycard, Doorcode)
- Share time-limited access with guests
- Remote smart home device control
- Real-time security and environmental alerts
- Book home services within the app
- View private access logs
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Smarter living starts with DOOR. DOOR brings together keyless access, smart home control, and on-demand services in one intuitive app. It’s designed to simplify life for residents in modern buildings. Whether you're arriving home, adjusting your thermostat, or booking a service, DOOR puts everyday control in your hand. What residents can do with DOOR: - Unlock doors your way Use your phone, keycard, or a simplified 4-digit Doorcode. No keys. No stress. - Share access effortlessly Send secure, time-limited access to guests or service providers—no handoffs required. - Control your home from anywhere Adjust lights, temperature, and more to fit your routine, even while you’re away. - Get real-time updates Receive alerts when doors are opened, humidity rises, or motion is detected or, so you're always informed. - Book trusted home services From TV mounting to general handyman services, find and schedule local professionals, right in the app. - View your private access log See who entered your unit and when, while your access history as a resident is private and only visible to you. DOOR is designed to feel intuitive and effortless. It’s how modern buildings stay connected—and how residents stay in control. Already live in a DOOR-enabled building? Download now and experience simpler, smarter living.
Beacon 42
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Beacon 42 is the official parade-day companion app for members of the Intergalactic Krewe of Chewbacchus, New Orleans' sci-fi, fantasy, and DIY-themed Mardi Gras krewe. What it does On parade day, krewe members can share their real-time location with krewe administrators. This helps coordinators keep track of where everyone is along the parade route, ensuring smooth lineup operations and quick response to any issues. Key features • Location sharing: Enable GPS tracking with a single tap. Your location is visible only to krewe administrators—not other members. Disable it anytime. • Push notifications: Receive important announcements from krewe leadership during the parade, including lineup updates, route changes, and emergency communications. • SubKrewe display: See your SubKrewe affiliation and parade position information at a glance. • Simple, focused interface: No clutter. Just the essential tools you need on parade day. Privacy-first design Location sharing is entirely opt-in. When disabled, no GPS data is collected or transmitted. Location data is used solely for parade-day coordination and is not retained after the event. Push notification tokens are used exclusively for krewe communications. Who is this for? This app is designed specifically for registered members of the Intergalactic Krewe of Chewbacchus. You must have a valid member account to log in and use the app. If you're not a member but want to join the krewe, visit chewbacchus.org to learn more about membership. About Chewbacchus The Intergalactic Krewe of Chewbacchus is a New Orleans Mardi Gras krewe celebrating science fiction, fantasy, horror, and the nerdier side of pop culture. Founded in 2011, Chewbacchus has grown into one of the largest walking parades in New Orleans, featuring thousands of costumed members organized into dozens of SubKrewes. The krewe parades annually through the Marigny and Bywater neighborhoods. Support For questions about the app or your membership, contact the krewe at krewebacchus@chewbacchus.org
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Verdict
The clearest difference is chart position: DOOR at #192 against Beacon 42's unranked. Beacon 42's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.
DOOR ships an update weekly, Beacon 42 every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DOOR | Beacon 42 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (51K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 13.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 51K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Best chart rank | #192 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 427 MB | 39 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Latchable, Inc. | Wouter de Bie |
Bugs and requests
DOOR
Reported bugs
3 issues- Frequent log-outs
- Syncing issues with door access
- Inability to edit door names
Requested features
4 requests- Apple Watch app support
- Customizable door ordering
- Siri and Shortcuts integration
- Improved one-time access codes
Beacon 42
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
DOOR
No in-app purchases
Beacon 42
No in-app purchases









