Comparison

Smartloxx vs Hive

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

Head to head
About

Smartloxx

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Smartloxx: The free mobile app for simple and secure access control. Turn your smartphone into a true digital key with Smartloxx. Designed to work with CDVI’s adjustable Smartloxx electronic cylinders, this intuitive app lets you lock and unlock your doors while keeping total control of your access — anytime, anywhere. Main features Simplified access management: configure doors and sites directly from the app. Add new access points, adjust settings, and sync instantly. Flexible administration: create user profiles with specific rules (time slots, dates, permanent or temporary access). Multiple unlocking methods: • SmartCode intelligent keypad • DESFire® EV2 RFID badges • Mobile app via Bluetooth® Secure authentication: every action requires user identification for maximum protection. Key benefits Enhanced security: manage profiles, schedule access, and authenticate every entry. Total flexibility: ideal for homes, offices, shared spaces, or professional sites. Event log: track the last 3,000 actions and see in real time who entered and when. Intuitive interface: modern and user-friendly, even for non-technical managers. Automatic updates: sync your settings and keep your access secure effortlessly. Versatile: works with RFID badges, numeric codes, and smartphones. Alarm integration: arm/disarm alarms (optional with multicontroller). For whom? For users: simple, practical, and secure access management with history. For managers: reliable technology to simplify supervision and boost security. Ease of use Download the app from the App Store. Set up your administrator password and activate Bluetooth®. Create a site, add your doors, and define user rights. Unlock your doors with your smartphone, badge, or code. Why download? No more lost keys or heavy keyrings. With Smartloxx, you can manage access in real time, control who enters and when, and benefit from cutting-edge electronic security. Download now and discover a new way to secure your doors: simple, fast, and ultra-secure.

About

Hive

Features
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The HIVE-1000 receiver offers the latest technology. The receiver has built-in Bluetooth that allows allows direct communication with the HIVE-1000 mobile app for simple management of settings and transmitter pairing.   The receiver supports simultaneous dual-frequency operation at 318 MHz and 433 MHz, offering broad compatibility and flexibility.   Key Features: Bluetooth-enabled app for easy receiver management and transmitter pairingSimultaneous dual-frequency operation: 318 MHz and 433 MHzSupports up to 1,024 transmitters (512 at each frequency)Compatible with most 318 MHz protocols and Keeloq® hopping code security

Screenshots

Smartloxx4 screens
Hive4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Smartloxx at monthly against Hive's every 3 months. Hive's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, 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

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

Smartloxx ships an update monthly, Hive every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Smartloxx versus Hive: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartloxxHive
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCDVITransmitter Solutions LLC

In-app purchases

None

Smartloxx

No in-app purchases

None

Hive

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Smartloxx free?
Smartloxx is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Hive free?
Hive is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Smartloxx or Hive have ads?
Neither Smartloxx nor Hive shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Smartloxx or Hive?
Smartloxx ships an update monthly, and Hive every 3 months. Most recently, Smartloxx was updated on October 28, 2026 and Hive on October 28, 2026.

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