Home Network System vs Zero Network
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.
Zero Network
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ZeroNetwork is a public hub backend by our servers using zerotier id, we provide the zerotier id so they can access to our private network or private dashboard etc depending of the client and what the client want to build, we have servers in US and Germany etc.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Zero Network at every 6 days against Home Network System's every 3 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Home Network System ships an update every 3 months, Zero Network every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Home Network System | Zero Network |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.8 (113 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 12.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 113 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 53 MB | 42 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. | Adeel Aslam |
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
Zero Network
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Home Network System
No in-app purchases
Zero Network
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Home Network System free?
Is Zero Network free?
Do Home Network System or Zero Network have ads?
Which is updated more often, Home Network System or Zero Network?
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