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AppBrain's verdict
EstablishedPopular- Total installs
- 1.4 million
- Best rank
- #172
- Top Free, United States
- Rating on Google Play
- 3.61
- 10,676 ratings
- Last updated
- September 21, 2026
HomeWAV is popular, with 1.4 million installs. Users are divided: 3.6 stars from 10,676 ratings.
Summary
HomeWAV offers a cost-effective way for incarcerated individuals to connect with loved ones via phone, video, and messaging from a mobile app.
Pros & Cons
- Pay-per-minute pricing avoids fixed monthly plans.
- Funds management streamlines adding and transferring funds.
- Remote communication options where permitted by the facility.
- Strong US footprint in the COMMUNICATION category.
- Not available at all facilities; costs and feature availability vary by facility.
- Some features depend on facility approval and may not be accessible everywhere.
- May lack some features common to competing apps (e.g., photo messaging, broader account management).
Installs
Tracked by AppBrain- Last 30 days
- 12 thousand
- Per day
- 410
- 30-day average
- Play install range
- 1+ million
- Launched
- October 2012
Installs over time
HomeWAV has been installed 1.4 million times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 410 installs per day.
Rankings
Google Play top charts- Highest rank
- #172
- Chart
- Top Free
- Communication
- Country
- United States
Google Play Rankings for HomeWAV
Top rankings
| Rank | Country | Category | List |
|---|---|---|---|
| 172 | United States | Communication | Top Free |
Ranking history in United States
Competitors
Similar apps and more from HomeWAV LLCAlternatives to HomeWAV
Releases
Updates seen on Google Play- Version
- 2.28.0
- Launched
- October 2012
User feedback
Ratings and reviews on Google PlayGoogle Play Rating history and histogram
Comments on HomeWAV for Android
Technology
Found in the app by AppBrain- Ads
- No ads
- Price
- Free
- Libraries
- 37
- App size
- 70.6 MB
- Content rating
- Everyone
Technologies used by HomeWAV
About the app and developer
About HomeWAV
HomeWAV is a communication app developed by HomeWAV LLC.
How many times has HomeWAV been installed?
HomeWAV has been installed 1.4 million times. In the last 30 days, the app was installed 12 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. The app size is 70.58 MB. The latest version available is 2.28.0. The last update was on September 21, 2026.
What are the requirements for HomeWAV?
The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play since October 2012.
App Performance Report
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Store listing
By HomeWAV LLC, from Google Play“HomeWAV is a tool to allow those incarcerated to visit with families and friends”
Description by HomeWAV LLC Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
HomeWAV Mobile App Features:
- New to HomeWAV? Create a free account.
- Returning visitor? Login with your username and password.
- Fully registered and approved visitors will be able to choose the facility and add inmate.
- See available funds, add funds or transfer funds.
- Add, update or change credit/debit information.
- Only pay for the minutes you use. No plans or packages.
- Once logged in, the inmate will see you are available and can initiated a phone call, video call or message (*If allowed by facility).
- Visitor will receive notification once inmate is logged in.
- Easily schedule onsite visits (*If allowed by facility).
- No scheduling required for remote video visitations.
For best results, a WIFI connection and use of headset are suggested.
Note: Not available at all facilities. Phone and video costs will vary.
Recent changes:
We’re working behind the scenes to bring you the latest improvements, performance updates, and improved reliability to continue enhancing your app experience and helping you connect with your loved ones.