# HamSmith vs WatchTower

The clearest difference is price: WatchTower at Free against HamSmith's $4.99. HamSmith's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

WatchTower is free to download; HamSmith costs $4.99 up front. WatchTower sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. HamSmith asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | HamSmith | WatchTower |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Positive reviews | — | 56.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Size | 33 MB | 48 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [IAN M BRACE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1796271131) | [Dominic Porter](https://appshunter.io/developer/1838894150) |

## What reviewers say

### HamSmith

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hamsmith/id6741941299)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### WatchTower

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watchtower/id6756336058)

Stay informed about neighborhood safety with real-time crime maps and alerts. Report incidents quickly and securely, and track safety trends in your community. Designed for residents who want to be aware without feeling anxious.

**Highlights:** Real-time crime map, Fast incident reporting, Customizable alert zones, Location-based safety scores, Community feed of reports, Privacy-first design

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| WatchTower Subscription | $3.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HamSmith free?

HamSmith costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is WatchTower free?

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

### Do HamSmith or WatchTower have ads?

Neither HamSmith nor WatchTower shows ads.

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