# Reliant vs Kemo

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Reliant at none against Kemo's 13. Reliant also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (46% vs 17%). Kemo's advantage is chart position (#50 vs unranked) and ratings volume (92K vs 20K). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Kemo sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Reliant asks for nothing beyond the download.

Reliant holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 20K and 92K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 46% of Reliant's written reviews are positive against 17% of Kemo's.

Reliant ships an update every 5 weeks, Kemo every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Reliant | Kemo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (20K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reliant/id666921945/reviews)** | [4.6 (92K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kemo/id1484584645/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 20K | **92K** |
| Positive reviews | **46.0% of reviews** | 17.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#50** |
| Size | 204 MB | 168 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Reliant Energy Retail Holdings, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/446381523) | [NumLake Tech Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1812597874) |

## What reviewers say

### Reliant

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reliant/id666921945)

Manage your electricity account with detailed usage tracking, bill payment, and smart home device integration. Monitor electricity, solar, and EV usage, receive alerts, and adjust your thermostat remotely. Access account essentials and get 24/7 customer support.

**Highlights:** Track electricity, solar, and EV usage, Remote Nest thermostat control, Bill payment and management, Account alerts and notifications, Prepaid fund management, Account plan management, 24/7 customer support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💳 Easy payment process
- 🔍 Detailed usage information
- 📱 Convenient mobile app
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🤝 Reliable service

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and bugs
- ⏱️ Slow app performance
- 💰 Increasing electricity costs
- 🔒 Login and security issues
- 📉 Inaccurate usage data

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Inability to make payments through the app
- Incompatibility with certain mobile devices
- Inconsistent app behavior across platforms
- Syncing issues with Nest thermostats

**Requested features**

- Ability to save payment information
- Improved app stability and reliability
- Expanded usage tracking and analytics
- Seamless integration with smart home devices
- Better communication on service changes


### Kemo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kemo/id1484584645)

**Currently charting:** #50 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Easily set up your smart home devices and receive instant alerts for visitors or motion. Monitor your home with high-definition video, and communicate with visitors from anywhere. Offers various subscription plans for extended service.

**Highlights:** Easy device setup, Instant visitor/motion alerts, High-definition video monitoring, Two-way audio communication, Remote access from anywhere, Automatic subscription renewal

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cyclic 15 day, use 1 month | $3.99 | per month |
| U-Cyclic 14 day, use 1 year | $19.99 | per year |
| R-cycle 30 day,service 6 month | $28.99 | per 6 months |
| R-Service 6 month,cycle 30 day | $28.99 | per 6 months |
| R-Cyclic 30 day, use 6 month | $28.99 | per 6 months |
| R-Use 6 month,cyclic 30 day | $28.99 | per 6 months |
| RA-Use 1 year,cyclic 30 day | $29.99 | per year |
| R-Cyclic 30 day, use 1 year | $29.99 | per year |
| R-Use 1 year,cyclic 30 day | $29.99 | per year |
| R-Service 1 year,cycle 30 day | $29.99 | per year |
| R-cycle 30 day, service 1 year | $29.99 | per year |
| RA-Cyclic 30 day, use 1 year | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Clear video quality
- 👍 Easy installation
- 🔋 Long-lasting battery
- 💡 Wireless and rechargeable
- 🔒 Decent security features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Delayed motion detection
- 🐛 Unreliable notifications
- 🔒 Forced subscription for cloud storage
- 👎 Poor customer service

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent app crashes
- Inability to format SD card
- Inconsistent battery life
- Randomly logged out of app

**Requested features**

- More customization options
- Faster live video feed
- Ability to view recorded videos without subscription
- Improved motion detection sensitivity


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Reliant free?

Reliant is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Kemo free?

Kemo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Reliant or Kemo?

Reliant is rated higher. Reliant averages 4.9 out of 5 from 20K ratings, while Kemo averages 4.6 from 92K ratings.

### Do Reliant or Kemo have ads?

Kemo shows ads; Reliant does not.

### Which is updated more often, Reliant or Kemo?

Reliant ships an update every 5 weeks, and Kemo every 3 weeks. Most recently, Reliant was updated on October 14, 2026 and Kemo on October 14, 2026.

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