Comparison

Ring vs C3 Smart

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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

About

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.

Highlights
  • 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)
Features
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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

Screenshots

Ring4 screens
C3 Smart4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Ring versus C3 Smart: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRingC3 Smart
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.9M ratings) — better1.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews30.8% of reviews — better20.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.9M — better3
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
Best chart rank#6 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size542 MB16 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperRing.comCodelocks International Ltd

Customer experience

Ring

All ratings1,893,154 ratings
Positive93.6%
Neutral2.6%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews7,460 reviews
Positive30.8%
Neutral11.3%
Negative57.9%

C3 Smart

All ratings3 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative80.0%

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

None

Ring

No in-app purchases

None

C3 Smart

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ring free?
Ring is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is C3 Smart free?
C3 Smart is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Ring or C3 Smart?
Ring is rated higher. Ring averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.9M ratings, while C3 Smart averages 1.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Ring or C3 Smart have ads?
Neither Ring nor C3 Smart shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ring or C3 Smart?
Ring ships an update every 9 days, and C3 Smart every 2 months. Most recently, Ring was updated on November 4, 2026 and C3 Smart on November 3, 2026.

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