# BeWize: Is This Area Safe? — Crime Map & Safety Scores

> Safety scores and crime data for locations in the USA. (iPhone/iPad app by BeWize Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bewize-is-this-area-safe/id1512332995 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [BeWize Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1511660411)
- Category: Lifestyle, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.23/5 from 26 App Store ratings · 18 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 48 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2021-04-08
- Data updated: 2026-11-03
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bewize-is-this-area-safe/id1512332995/reviews.md

## What is BeWize?

BeWize shows you how safe any place in the USA really is. Type an address, a neighborhood, or a city and you get a safety score, recent crime, the registered offender map, and ratings from real people who have been there.

The score comes from two things: statistical crime data, and 28,000+ ratings from BeWize users who said whether a place felt safe, felt off, or where something happened to them. Data alone misses what a block feels like at night. Opinions alone are biased. Together they get closer to the truth.

Use it before you book the hotel off the interstate, before you tour the apartment, before the sleepover at a house you've never seen, or before you pull into a gas station in a town you don't know. It works the same in a big city, a small town, or a freeway exit in the middle of nowhere.

When you've been somewhere, leave a rating. It takes ten seconds and it makes the next person's decision easier.

BeWize covers the United States.

End User License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Location-based safety scores
- Recent crime data
- Registered offender map
- User ratings and reviews
- Covers the entire United States
- Leave your own safety ratings

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Renewing Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| Yearly Renewing Subscription | $9.99 | per year |


## Is BeWize safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess BeWize.

## Is BeWize legit?

BeWize: Is This Area Safe? appears to be a legitimate app. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for BeWize is 83 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (10 of 18)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bewize-is-this-area-safe/id1512332995/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Awesome app

*2025-08-06*

A plus app. Actual professional law enforcement officers use this app and review areas that they visit. An app like this is so helpful and valuable. Being able to follow the professionals in their footsteps is peace of mind knowing that they felt safe or not sure where I am heading. Highly recommend it.

**Developer response:** Hey thank you. Glad the app worked well for you! We are adding more great data in spring of 2023

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2025-08-05*

This app is amazing, it very helpful for when your traveling and look where to stay and what to do.

### 1/5 — Crashes

*2025-01-17*

Any address I put in finds the address but when I click on it the app crashes… (shut down) to my Home Screen.

### 4/5 — So far, so good, but . . .

*2023-02-04*

I downloaded the app on my iPhone 11 plus. Had no issues with that. I gave my current location a rating and explored locations nearby to see how accurate the app is. So far, so good. 
My only suggestion is that a map “key” should be available - especially for new users. I found some areas outlined in black and couldn’t find an explanation for the meaning. 
I checked the burger menu for a map key, but there’s nothing. If you drill down to a specific location, you can see a color coded bar but that doesn’t help you at the map level or explain the black outline. 
Aside from that, I love that this app is not trying to do too much. I’ve found apps break over time because developers try to do too much. This app is intended to get better as more people use it and share their experiences.

### 3/5 — Would not accept entries

*2022-12-29*

Tried to create a new account using Google. I got as far as entering my zip code. It was able to see the city no problem but the screen was not able to advance. 
I am no longer interested in a app that has issues.

### 1/5 — Utility seems low

*2022-12-18*

Crime information seems dated and not updated.

### 5/5 — Wow. Good crime info.

*2022-11-01*

This is great. People rating areas all over the country. Will be good to see as it grows.

**Developer response:** Hey thank you for the review. We are always adding new ratings and data. Please check beck from time to time to see what we have added!

### 5/5 — Excellent app

*2022-10-16*

Very helpful, I’ve had difficulty finding this type of information with such ease elsewhere

**Developer response:** Hey thank you for the review and kind words!! .We are adding new ratings and data. Please check beck from time to time to see what we have added. Be spring of 2023, the app will have some
seriously cool new features.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work anymore

*2022-10-01*

This stinks and doesn’t work or anymore

**Developer response:** Hi. Actually the app works great and has never crashed thanks to our developer. Please make sure you had cell service and/or an updated version for you iPhone. 

Also, if you are in an area with no ratings, add a few ratings to keep others safe. We don’t have ratings all over and appreciate the help from anyone who is willing to leave ratings to keep others safe.

### 5/5 — Interesting info

*2022-09-28*

This app is pretty cool. Will be great as people add more ratings

**Developer response:** Hey thank you. Glad the app worked well for you! We are adding more great data in spring of 2023 and every day we get more and more ratings from users who care about safety and like to do something to help others!

## Frequently asked questions about BeWize

### What is BeWize?

BeWize is a lifestyle app that provides safety scores and crime data for locations across the United States. It combines statistical crime data with user ratings to offer a comprehensive safety assessment.

### Does BeWize have ads?

No, BeWize does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with optional in-app purchases for enhanced features or subscriptions.

### What devices does BeWize support?

BeWize is available for iPhone and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS operating systems.

### How accurate is BeWize's safety score?

The safety score is derived from both statistical crime data and over 28,000 user ratings, aiming to provide a balanced perspective on an area's perceived safety.

### Can I leave my own ratings on BeWize?

Yes, users can leave their own safety ratings for locations they have visited. This takes about ten seconds and helps other users make informed decisions.

### What is the age rating for BeWize?

BeWize has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. This indicates it contains minimal or no mature content.

### How often is BeWize updated?

The app was last updated on October 28, 2026, with version 1.8.8. This suggests a relatively active development cycle, though the provided date appears to be in the future.

### What are the subscription options for BeWize?

BeWize offers a monthly subscription for $0.99 and a yearly subscription for $9.99. These subscriptions likely unlock additional features or content beyond the free offering.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.8.8 — 2026-10-28

Updated App Store listing. No changes to the app.

### 1.8.6 — 2026-02-16

- Multi-Rater support
- New App Tour
- Bug Fixes
- UI Improvements

### 1.7.5.30 — 2025-07-08

- Adds more crime and safety data points, including crimes that fall under Megan's Law

### 1.7 — 2021-07-31

Gun Violence Archive (GVA) information is now available.

### 1.6 — 2021-07-12

Behind the scenes updates

## Related topics

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-11-03.*