HomeWAV enables inmates to connect with families from home, offering pay-per-minute video, voice calls, and messaging across participating facilities. Ranked #153 in COMMUNICATION in the US with a 3.60 rating from 10,494 reviews, the app has 1,000,000+ total downloads and 13K in the last 30 days.
Pros & Cons
Per-minute billing—no fixed plans
Remote visits from home reduce travel and scheduling hassles
Integrated funds management for quick payments
Inmate-initiated communication when allowed by facility
Not available at all facilities; availability depends on facility policy
Costs and features vary by facility and may affect spend
Requires stable Wi‑Fi and headset for best video experiences
About HomeWAV
HomeWAV is a communication app developed by HomeWAV LLC.
How many times has HomeWAV been downloaded?
HomeWAV has been downloaded 1.4 million times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 13 thousand times.
What is the rating of HomeWAV?
HomeWAV is rated 3.61 out of 5 stars, based on 11 thousand ratings.
Is HomeWAV free?
HomeWAV is free to download. The APK download size is 69.99 MB. The latest version available is 2.27.0. The last update was on June 14, 2026.
What are the requirements for HomeWAV?
The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play October 2012.
Description
HomeWAV is a cost effective and innovative way to allow those incarcerated in Detention Facilities across the country to visit with their families and friends in a home environment without the hassle
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It's been very helpful while my loved one has been incarcerated you can text and video what more can we ask for
★★★★☆Darlene Herold· Apr 11, 2026
Unfortunately I've used this app several times in the last 4 years. I've never had a problem until now. It will not allow me to send pictures cannot figure it out I've sent them before and other people can send them
★★★★★Lisa “L.B.G” Harris· Jul 22, 2026
Great app hey in touch with your loved ones
★★★★☆Travis DeLoach· Apr 20, 2026
We love it, especially considering the alternative. We never have a problem adding money, sending messages, whether its pics, videos or simple texts. It takes a few seconds less than 10 to connect via video and sometimes lags a bit but not often. Alot of rhe problems have to do with the tablets or kiosk machines and ear buds and thr condition in my opinion at thr facility. A bit expensive but worth it to me and us
★★★★★Priscilla Johnson· Sep 2, 2026
Great I couldn't ask for more time to see and talk to my loved one thank you yes it was fast clear and very well responsive.
★☆☆☆☆Rachel Carroll· Apr 10, 2026
How on earth does one become -$610 in the hole for phone and video calls because my fiancée mother's debit card which was on my account also because we took turns paying for her commissary and phone calls her great nephew for the last 3 months has cleared out her bank account on porn and the bank confirmed that but yet they say since her bank refunded her the money although homeward was NOT part of any fraud they put MY account only in the -600 dollars, and I'll never get to talk to her again
★☆☆☆☆Tammy Gebbink· May 24, 2026
When I tried to get a video visit it was so bad, and I couldn't see or hear and it waited my money.
★☆☆☆☆E Md· Mar 22, 2026
Place money in account and can't receive any calls from inmate
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Trust & Safety: HomeWAV requests a broad set of permissions, including CAMERA, MICROPHONE, NOTIFICATIONS, INTERNET, FOREGROUND_SERVICE, and other system permissions. Users should review facility policies and ensure privacy controls align with their expectations.
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