Comparison

Homer vs SecretHomes™

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

Head to head
About

Homer

Gain full transparency into property listings by tracking price changes, uncovering failed sales, and spotting re-listings. This tool empowers Australian house hunters to research like a pro and negotiate with confidence.

Highlights
  • Track price changes on listings
  • Uncover failed sales and cancellations
  • Identify sneaky re-listings
  • Access hidden backend price data
  • Compare properties with confidence
  • Collaborate on property research
  • Organize property searches
Features
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Stop Guessing. Start Knowing. Tired of seeing "Contact Agent"? Frustrated by prices that seem to change overnight? Homer (formerly KoalaData) is the ultimate toolkit for serious Australian house hunters who want to see the truth behind every listing. See the Full Property Story not what the agent wants you to see. Homer reveals the "hidden" history of a property’s journey: - Track Price Changes: See exactly when a guide price was raised or lowered during a campaign. - Uncover Failed Sales: Find out if a property was listed before, failed to sell, or had an auction cancelled. - Spot "Sneaky" Re-listings: Know if a "New Listing" has actually been sitting on the market for months. Stop the "Price Guessing" Game. Tired of being asked "What are you looking to spend?" before the agent even gives you a guide? Homer reveals the hidden price data agents use in the backend to filter their listings. - Take back the power: Come prepared to ask better questions about what the agent and vendor think are comparable sales that justify their price expectations. - Skip the small talk: No more awkward "What's the guide?" phone calls. - Compare with confidence: See how the agents previous sales and other comparables stack up - accessing both the guide price and sale price of sold properties. Research Like a Pro (Without the Work) - Everything in Sync: We keep up to date with the market and work across all devices and platforms (including our chrome extension). - Collaborate with Ease: Invite your client, partner or advisor to a shared space. Leave comments, upload photos/videos and rate properties together. - Stay Organised: Group your search into ‘Interested’, ‘Due Diligence’, or ‘Ruled Out’ to cut through the noise. Built for the Australian Market Homer is designed specifically for local conditions. We turn complex public data into clear, visual timelines that anyone can understand. Note: Homer provides data to support your research. Homer is an independent tool and is not affiliated with any other real estate marketplace. While we aim to provide helpful, data-backed insights, we do not guarantee the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any information shown. Always use multiple sources and your own judgement when making property decisions. We do not provide financial or real estate advice. Terms of Use: https://www.homerapp.com.au/terms-of-service

About

SecretHomes™

This app helps users make property decisions by privately exploring buying and selling opportunities. Create profiles to match preferences with available listings or gauge buyer interest before going public.

Highlights
  • Create private Buyer Briefs
  • Create private Property Profiles
  • Discover private opportunities
  • Receive personalized match scores
  • Explore buyer demand privately
  • Register interest privately
  • Update property journey anytime
Features
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A better way to start property decisions Every property decision deserves a better starting point. Whether you’re buying, selling or simply exploring your options, SecretHomes helps you understand what’s possible before making your next move. Create a private profile, explore aligned opportunities and move forward only when you’re ready. For buyers Create a Buyer Brief that captures what matters most to you, from your preferred locations and property features to your budget and timing. SecretHomes continuously looks for opportunities that align with your preferences, including both Available Now properties and Private Opportunities that may never appear on traditional property websites. Receive personalised match scores, register your interest privately and decide which opportunities you’d like to explore further. #For homeowners Create a private Property Profile and quietly explore buyer demand before deciding whether to sell publicly. Understand how your property aligns with active Buyer Briefs, receive private expressions of interest and explore your options without advertising your home or committing to the market. Privacy and consent first Privacy isn’t just a feature. It’s the foundation of SecretHomes. Your property isn’t publicly advertised, your personal information isn’t shared without your permission, and every interaction is based on consent. You decide if, when and how you take the next step. Working quietly in the background Once your Buyer Brief or Property Profile is created, SecretHomes continues working in the background to identify aligned opportunities as they become available. Simply update your preferences, pause your journey or return whenever the time is right. Features • Create private Buyer Briefs and Property Profiles • Discover Available Now and Private Opportunities • Receive personalised property match scores • Explore buyer demand before listing publicly • Register or express your interest privately • Update, pause or resume your property journey at any time • Stay informed with personalised alerts and reminders Property decisions that start with people.

Screenshots

Homer4 screens
SecretHomes™4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Homer at 56% against SecretHomes™'s 0%. Homer also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). SecretHomes™'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8). On price, ads 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. Homer sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. SecretHomes™ asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Homer ships an update every 2 weeks, SecretHomes™ monthly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 3 level
Homer versus SecretHomes™: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHomerSecretHomes™
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews55.6% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size98 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHOMERAPP PTY LTDMHH IP HOLDINGS PTY LTD

Customer experience

Homer

Written reviews9 reviews
Positive55.6%
Neutral11.1%
Negative33.3%

SecretHomes™

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Homer

Subscriptions8
  • Consumer Research$5.991 Month
  • Homer+$29.001 Month
  • Consumer Pro$29.991 Month
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  • Advisor Data$45.001 Month
  • Agent Data$45.001 Month
  • Agent Supporter$59.001 Month
  • Homer Advisor$99.001 Month
  • Advisor Advisor$99.001 Month
None

SecretHomes™

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Homer free?
Homer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SecretHomes™ free?
SecretHomes™ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Homer or SecretHomes™ have ads?
Neither Homer nor SecretHomes™ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Homer or SecretHomes™?
Homer ships an update every 2 weeks, and SecretHomes™ monthly. Most recently, Homer was updated on October 31, 2026 and SecretHomes™ on October 31, 2026.

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