Somfy Protect vs Mareye
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Somfy Protect
Control and monitor your home security with connected alarms, cameras, and videophones. Receive real-time alerts, view live camera feeds, and manage access remotely. Integrate with voice assistants for seamless operation.
- Remote alarm control
- Live camera monitoring
- Motion detection alerts
- Event history access
- Smart notifications
- Remote door/gate opening
- Voice assistant integration
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Simply manage access to and security of your home, thanks to Somfy's connected products, controllable from the Somfy Protect app: Somfy alarms and cameras - Easily install and configure Somfy alarms and cameras (Home Alarm, Somfy One+, Indoor and Outdoor Camera) - Activate and deactivate the alarm, motion detection or night mode - Get notified in case of an alert and access your cameras to keep an eye on your home - Check the history of past events and download them to your smartphone - Receive smart notifications that remind you to activate the alarm when you leave the house and inform you when your children come home from school (kids function) - Set up your cameras by adjusting motion sensitivity and detection areas (compatible with your pets) - Build a community of trust and add family members and loved ones to your setup - Use voice assistants to control your devices (compatible with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa) Somfy's connected videophones [2023 - Only available in France] - Easily install your connected videophone or connect your videophone using your connectivity module - Receive a notification with the visitor's photo as soon as they ring your doorbell, for immediate recognition - Chat in real time with your visitor: communication comparable to a phone call vs. alternating communication like a walkie-talkie - Open your door and/or gate remotely with a simple click - Make it easier for them to access your home by disabling your alarm and keep an eye on them by activating your outdoor camera - Check the history of your visits & videos of missed events. - Launch up to 2 pre-recorded TaHoma scenarios directly from the Somfy Protect app (requires a TaHoma premium or switch box)
Mareye
Plan your boat voyages with real-time sea state information. This app uses community data to help you identify safe routes and navigate effectively.
- Real-time sea state information
- Community-sourced data
- Safe route planning
- Voyage experience evolution
- Supports all boat sizes
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Mareye brings weather, sea conditions, coastal places, and your boating community together—helping you plan your time on the water and share the moments that make every voyage memorable. Whether you’re choosing an anchorage, checking conditions, or catching up with friends, Mareye keeps the experience simple. • Check the conditions Explore wind and wave forecasts and view recent boat-motion observations shared by participating Mareye users. • Find your next stop Discover marinas, anchorages, and mooring locations on the map. Ask the Mareye Assistant for help exploring places and planning voyages. • Keep your voyages together Record your routes and attach photos and videos to new or past voyages. Add locations to your media so your memories stay connected to the places you visited. • Share your way Share voyages, photos, and videos with all friends or selected friends—or keep them private. Choose whether to include your recorded route. • Stay connected See what friends are sharing, exchange messages, and find their shared positions on the map, according to their privacy settings. • Contribute to the community Report hazards and wildlife sightings, and explore observations from others on the water. With layouts designed for phones and tablets, Mareye brings your boating life into one place. Your life on the water.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Mareye at 5.0 against Somfy Protect's 4.5. Mareye also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 6 weeks). Somfy Protect's advantage is ratings volume (210 vs 1). 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.
Mareye holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Somfy Protect has 210 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Somfy Protect ships an update every 6 weeks, Mareye every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Somfy Protect | Mareye |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (210 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 56.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 210 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 254 MB | 72 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Somfy Protect by Myfox | Brand Gear, LLC |
Customer experience
Somfy Protect
Mareye
Bugs and requests
Somfy Protect
Reported bugs
18 issues- App crashes on launch
- Video feed displays black screen
- Cannot record or playback videos
- Alarm banner overlay blocks video feed
- App freezes repeatedly
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- Link Advanced fails to reconnect after internet outage
- Night mode activation fails from app
- Camera won't reconnect after power loss
- WiFi reconnection issues after router change
- Intellitag disconnection problems
- Key fob buttons stick and drain battery
- Camera shutter won't close
- False alarm notifications from motion sensors
- App requires constant re-login
- Apple Watch app error messages
- Inconsistent behavior between iOS and Android apps
- Software updates disable cameras requiring full reset
- Gate camera logo blocks video feed
Requested features
17 requests- Multi-installation support for Apple CarPlay
- Ability to disable specific detectors/sirens without deletion
- Custom alarm mode programming
- Selective notification settings
- Silent night mode activation
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- HomeKit compatibility
- Apple Watch app support
- Web application interface
- iPad-optimized interface
- Door chime notification option
- Customizable notification sounds
- Battery health diagnostics
- Local backup/secondary system for internet outages
- Doorbell camera option
- Larger outdoor siren
- 3D Touch shortcuts for arm/disarm
- Automatic detection of home occupants
Mareye
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Somfy Protect
No in-app purchases
Mareye
No in-app purchases









