e-Home Automation offers a slightly cheaper, slightly more house-friendly option than iRa. Also, we have to hand it to them; it’s one of the nicer looking iPhone interfaces we could find. While many seem stuck with a ‘70s motif, this app features big icons and nice security images. It also offers instant access to other home systems, including lighting, temperature, entertainment and web services. Designed to integrate with a slew of first- and third-party services and applications, e-Home says this one is easy enough for any homeowner.

Cost: $16.99