Ring vs C3 Smart
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Ring
Monitor your home from anywhere with video doorbells, security cameras, and smart lighting. Receive instant alerts for motion or visitors, communicate with them using two-way talk, and review recorded footage. Manage your home security system and receive professional monitoring services for enhanced safety.
- Real-time doorbell and motion alerts
- HD video and two-way talk
- Smart lighting control and scheduling
- Home alarm system monitoring
- Professional emergency responder dispatch
- Live video streaming
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Know what’s happening at home from wherever you are with Ring Video Doorbells, Security Cameras and Alarm systems, and Smart Lights. Ring Doorbells and Cameras can send you instant alerts when someone’s at your door or motion is detected. Keep an eye on what matters with live HD video and greet visitors with Two-Way Talk. With a Ring Protect subscription (or free trial), you can review, save, and share Ring videos. Ring Smart Lights let you control and schedule lighting easily. Some models can even notify you about motion nearby, and trigger other compatible Ring devices to record. Ring Alarm systems let you monitor entrances and indoor spaces, and detect certain safety hazards. Enroll in Ring Alarm Professional Monitoring* (compatible Ring Protect subscription required) to request dispatch of emergency responders when your Ring Alarm is triggered. Whether you’re halfway around the world or just out shopping , with Ring, you’re always home. *Compatible Ring subscription is required to enroll in Professional Monitoring. Service available in all 50 U.S. states (territories not included) and in Canada (excluding Quebec). Ring does not own its monitoring center. Smoke and carbon monoxide monitoring is not available for business or commercially zoned addresses. See Ring Alarm licenses at: ring.com/licenses. Additional fees may be required for permits, false alarms, or Alarm Verified Guard Response, depending on your local jurisdiction. What you can do with the Ring app: - Get real-time doorbell and motion alerts on your smartphone or tablet - See and speak with visitors with HD Video and Two-Way Talk - Get real-time alerts when your Alarm sensors are triggered
C3 Smart
Easily manage and operate your Codelocks Smart Locks with a user-friendly interface. Program settings, issue access, and generate time-sensitive codes. Stay informed with lock notifications and update firmware seamlessly.
- Program and edit lock settings
- Manage locks and clients
- Issue access and edit permissions
- Generate time-sensitive NetCodes
- Sync to locks via Bluetooth
- View lock audit data
- Remote unlocking (with WiFi Gateway)
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Managing and operating locks has never been easier. Featuring a simple and easy-to-use interface, the C3 Smart App provides flexibility and convenience for those using Codelocks Smart Locks. C3 Smart Key Features: - Program and edit lock settings - Manage locks and clients - Issue access and edit permissions - Generate time-sensitive NetCodes - Create Code Free periods - Sync to locks via Bluetooth - View lock audit data - Unlock remotely (compatible WiFi Gateway required) - View lock access notifications - Easy in-App firmware updates
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Ring at 4.7 against C3 Smart's 1.0. Ring also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (1.9M vs 3). C3 Smart's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.
Ring holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ring has 1.9M ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of Ring's written reviews are positive against 20% of C3 Smart's.
Ring ships an update every 9 days, C3 Smart every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Ring | C3 Smart |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (1.9M ratings) — better | 1.0 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 30.8% of reviews — better | 20.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1.9M — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | #6 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 542 MB | 16 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ring.com | Codelocks International Ltd |
Customer experience
Ring
C3 Smart
Bugs and requests
Ring
Reported bugs
4 issues- Inconsistent motion detection
- Recorded videos randomly disappearing
- Chime not working as expected
- Unreliable app performance after updates
Requested features
4 requests- Customizable motion zones
- Ability to schedule modes
- Apple HomeKit integration
- More flexible notification settings
C3 Smart
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Ring
No in-app purchases
C3 Smart
No in-app purchases








