Alarmhandler security system vs Baytowne
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Alarmhandler security system
This app integrates SMS alarm systems, IP cameras, and old phones into a unified security system. It offers immediate notifications for events like smoke alarms or motion detection, and allows you to review recordings to verify alarms. Enjoy affordable home security without expensive hardware or paid guards.
- Integrates SMS alarms, IP cameras, and old phones
- Real-time notifications for smoke, motion, and more
- Review recordings to verify alarms
- Affordable security, no expensive hardware
- Control alarm systems with simple taps
- Free 30-day camera surveillance trial
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Alarmhandler is like no other security system you've seen. It integrates SMS based alarm systems, IP cameras, and old phones of any make into a cohesive alarm system controlled by one app. Signup for a free 30 day camera surveillance trial in the app, no credit card required. If you just use the app to control your SMS alarm, it's free, forever. 1. Simple and intuitive app to control your alarm - Easy to operate, tap icons to turn ON/OFF - Controls all IP cams and phones running our sensor app in the estate, any make/model - Also able to control SMS based alarms, just tap ON in the app to activate both the SMS alarm and the camera surveillance - We only store recordings when alarm is ON 2. Unbeatable price because we eliminated costly elements of traditional alarm services - No expensive hardware required - reuse old phones or buy your own inexpensive IP cams - No paid security guards - your family or invited friends can verify an alarm and let the police handle the rest 3. Know if anything happens to your home - Immediate notification if smoke alarm sirens go off or motion is detected when you are not at home - Know if your home is safe for your kids to go home to after school - Don’t worry about leaving the pet at home 4. Helps you determine if an alarm is real or not - Play recording from smartphone to determine if the alarm is real or not - Got existing alarm that sends false alarms? Extend it with Alarmhandler to validate the alarms - No more going home on a false alarm - Possibility to e-mail recordings to yourself for safe keeping Here’s just some of the nice things that our users say: “A solid working solution which is really affordable” — Nis W “Had a breakin in the neighbourhood. With Alarmhandler we know all is well at home.“ — Bo L “Moved into a new house and needed an alarm. Alarmhandler does the job well.” — Morten R Alarmhandler is built by a small team dedicated to bring security that everyone can afford. We publish frequent updates and would love your feedback. Get in touch via our homepage alarmhandler.com, our Facebook page, or tweet us @alarmhandler
Baytowne
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The Baytowne Properties app allows residents and staff from Baytowne Properties to stay connected to your home and community, no matter where you are. Enjoy the conveniences of modern technology, all from the palm of your hand. Resident app features & benefits: Enter your community seamlessly when the gate recognizes your vehicle, or use your personalized code or mobile app. Invite guests easily to your community. Greet them from your phone and let them in, all from the convenience of your phone. Enjoy greater security & peace of mind knowing that your community is protected. For management staff, equip yourselves with the tools to help you do your best work. Note that the Baytowne Properties app is only for residents and staff of properties that use the Baytowne Properties app.
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The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Baytowne at none against Alarmhandler security system's 1. Baytowne also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 months). Alarmhandler security system's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.4 vs 15.0). On price and ads 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. Alarmhandler security system sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $11.49 per year. Baytowne asks for nothing beyond the download.
Alarmhandler security system ships an update every 3 months, Baytowne every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Alarmhandler security system | Baytowne |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.4 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 74 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | Compelling Software | Smartz Inc |
In-app purchases
Alarmhandler security system
- Alarmhandler Premium$11.491 Year
Baytowne
No in-app purchases
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