Home Network System vs CE Smart
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Home Network System
This app allows you to set up and control a wireless network of cameras, sensors, and controllers for your home. Monitor your property, receive alerts, and even use your smartphone as a home phone.
- Easy system setup wizard
- Real-time camera streaming
- Motion detection recording
- Two-way audio communication
- Remote system control
- Landline phone integration
- Power outage alerts
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The do-it-yourself Panasonic Home Network System makes it quick and easy to create a powerful, wireless network of cameras, sensors and controllers in and outside the home. And control it all from your smartphone and tablet with one simple app. The Home Network System also connects to your landline, to let you use smartphones or tablets as home phones. http://www.panasonic.net/pcc/support/tel/homenetwork/ Main Features General Functions - Easy system setup wizard - No monthly service fees – monitoring, notification and control are free - Receive power outage alerts from AC-powered components - Receive low-power alerts from battery-operated components Indoor/Outdoor Camera Functions - Cameras display real-time streaming - Automatically record video to Micro SD cards in system hub - Quad view enables viewing up to four cameras simultaneously - Select motion detection areas for specific recording and notification - Indoor Baby Monitor plays lullabies - Indoor/Outdoor Camera enables 2-way communication - Arm and disarm features at home or away - Receive alerts when armed sensors detect motion - View alert event log Home Control Functions - Turn system components on/off at home or remotely - Create smart plug schedules to turn on/off lamps and more Digital Cordless Handset Functions - Arm and disarm system components - Receive alerts from motion and window sensors - View alert logs on LCD display - Make and take calls using landline, and use as intercom - Playback voicemail - View calling log - Copy contact lists from smartphone and tablets - Transfer landline calls to smartphones and additional handsets The app is kept alive in the background so that the app can receive outside calls and intercom calls, which results in battery consumption.
CE Smart
Control your smart home devices remotely from anywhere. Manage multiple devices, set schedules, and automate your home with voice commands. Easily share control with family members for a connected living experience.
- Remote device control
- Simultaneous multi-device management
- Voice control integration
- Automated scheduling and timers
- Device sharing with family
- Easy device setup
- Custom automations and scenes
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CE Smart, CE Smart Home, Smart Living, Wi-Fi Connected Devices, Remote Control 1. Remote Control: Turn devices on/off from anywhere in the world with the mobile app 2. Simultaneous Control: Add, Configure, Monitor and Control multiple devices with one app 3. Voice Control: Works with Amazon Alexa, the Google Assistant and Siri Shortcuts 4. Timer: Create schedules to automate turning lights and appliances on and off 5. Device Sharing: Easily share device control among family members 6. Easy Set-up: Quickly connect and set-up devices using the app 7. Automations and Scenes: Advanced scheduling and grouping features
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: CE Smart at 4.8 against Home Network System's 1.8. CE Smart also leads on review sentiment (41% vs 13%) and ratings volume (2.3K vs 112). 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.
CE Smart holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CE Smart has 2.3K ratings behind it against 112, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of Home Network System's written reviews are positive against 41% of CE Smart's.
Home Network System ships an update every 3 months, CE Smart every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and June 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Home Network System | CE Smart |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.8 (112 ratings) | 4.8 (2.3K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 12.9% of reviews | 40.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 112 | 2.3K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 54 MB | 196 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. | Charging Essentials |
Customer experience
Home Network System
CE Smart
User reviews
Home Network System
From 112 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Lightning-fast performance
- 🔒 Reliable security system
- 👍 User-friendly app
- 💡 Flexible and adaptable
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- ⚠️ Unreliable remote access
- 🕰️ Slow connection and response times
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with location tracking
CE Smart
From 2.3K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- ⭐ Efficient and reliable
- 🔌 Easy to set up and use
- 📊 Helpful energy monitoring
- 🔒 Secure and stable connection
- 🗓️ Convenient scheduling and automation
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent connection issues and app crashes
- 🔧 Poor customer support and lack of troubleshooting
- 📱 Compatibility problems with iOS updates
- 🚫 Devices randomly going offline
- 🤔 Confusing setup and configuration
Bugs and requests
Home Network System
Reported bugs
4 issues- Inability to connect to hub remotely
- Compatibility issues with iOS updates
- Inconsistent sensor and camera functionality
- Confusing app navigation and settings
Requested features
5 requests- Improved app performance and stability
- Remote access and notification enhancements
- Customizable settings and schedules
- Integration with smart home platforms
- Better camera quality and features
CE Smart
Reported bugs
5 issues- Widgets not working after iOS updates
- Unable to change device names or locations
- Alexa integration not functioning properly
- Scheduled timers and automations not reliable
- App freezing and becoming unresponsive
Requested features
5 requests- Export energy usage data
- Improved widget functionality
- Apple Watch app support
- Backup and restore device settings
- Seamless integration with smart home ecosystems
In-app purchases
Home Network System
No in-app purchases
CE Smart
No in-app purchases
Questions
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