UniFi vs LINKA Smart Lock
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
UniFi
Manage your home or business IT network from a single interface. Easily set up WiFi, monitor traffic, secure your network with VPN, and gain insights with detailed analytics.
- Centralized network management
- WiFi setup and configuration
- Traffic routing
- Single-tap VPN access
- Client and network analytics
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The UniFi app simplifies home and business IT by providing a central management interface where you can easily scale, monitor, and optimize every aspect of your network. UniFi offers: • Simple WiFi setup and configuration • Intuitive traffic routing • Secure, single-tap VPN access • Detailed client and network analytics
LINKA Smart Lock
Control your security devices with a tap. Unlock and lock bikes and other items without physical keys. Share access with friends and family, and receive tamper alerts on compatible devices.
- Keyless unlocking and locking
- Share access with others
- Tamper and movement alerts
- Compatible with multiple LINKA devices
- High-quality materials and smart technology
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The LINKA Smart Lock app is the key to all your security needs. With LINKA, you can unlock and lock your bike and other items with a single tap on your phone, no keys required. Compatible with all LINKA devices including: • Original LINKA • LEO 2 / LEO 2 Pro • Lasso • SmartMotion Key • Tethersense Chains Why use LINKA? • Security. LINKA devices combine the highest quality materials alongside innovative smart technology. • Ease of Use. With LINKA, you don't have to worry about losing your keys and you can even share your bike with friends or family. • Convenience. You can unlock and lock your bike with a single tap on your phone. • Peace of mind. You'll get alerts if your bike is tampered with or moved (LEO 2 Pro only). Order yours today at linkalock.com Disclaimer: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ratings volume: UniFi at 25K against LINKA Smart Lock's 30. UniFi also leads on review sentiment (47% vs 24%) and rating (4.7 vs 4.4). LINKA Smart Lock's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). 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.
UniFi holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: UniFi has 25K ratings behind it against 30, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 47% of UniFi's written reviews are positive against 24% of LINKA Smart Lock's.
UniFi ships an update fortnightly, LINKA Smart Lock every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | UniFi | LINKA Smart Lock |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (25K ratings) — better | 4.4 (30 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 47.4% of reviews — better | 24.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 25K — better | 30 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 484 MB | 128 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ubiquiti Inc. | LINKA |
Customer experience
UniFi
LINKA Smart Lock
Bugs and requests
UniFi
Reported bugs
5 issues- App unable to connect to local controller
- Incorrect device status and client information
- Frequent sign-outs and login issues
- Speed test and throughput data not working
- Topology view showing incorrect network layout
Requested features
5 requests- Customizable dashboard and widgets
- Ability to set time-based data usage reports
- Support for local-only network management
- Improved 2FA and authentication experience
- Apple Watch app for emergency reboots
LINKA Smart Lock
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
UniFi
No in-app purchases
LINKA Smart Lock
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is UniFi free?
Is LINKA Smart Lock free?
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Do UniFi or LINKA Smart Lock have ads?
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