Securus Mobile vs upNine Social
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Securus Mobile
Stay connected with incarcerated loved ones through video calls, messaging, and photo sharing. Manage your account, send money for purchases, and receive balance alerts. Services may vary by location.
- Video calling
- Digital messaging
- Photo/video/eCard sharing
- Prepaid calling
- Account management
- Fund incarcerated accounts
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From the leader in corrections technology, Securus Mobile allows you to stay in touch, no matter the distance. With our industry-best application, you can connect with your incarcerated loved one, as well as send money for purchases like media and communications… all in just a few clicks, right from your phone or tablet. Securus Mobile gives you the power to take video calls from your loved one, send and receive digital messages in real time, as well as manage your Securus account (with personal options like adding contacts, enabling notifications, balance alerts and autopay) in one convenient spot! Please note: Services vary by location – please visit securustech.net for additional information, frequently asked questions and additional ways to support your loved one. From intake through release, Securus is always here to help. The Securus Mobile App Offers: • Prepaid Calling • Video Calling • Digital Messaging • Photo, Video and eCard Sharing • Securus Debit Incarcerated Account Deposits • International Funding and Connections • …and so much more.
upNine Social
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UpNine is the ultimate platform to showcase your skills, compete with friends, and climb to the top of the leaderboard. Whether you're challenging others in sports, games, or real-world competitions, UpNine makes every victory count. Features: Real-Time Challenges: Compete in a variety of activities and track your wins instantly. Leaderboards: See where you rank against friends and players around the world. Spotlights: Share your best moments with quick videos and highlights. Team Play: Create or join teams to compete together and set new records. Notifications: Stay updated when friends challenge you, when matches are complete, and when you rise in the rankings. Seamless Media Sharing: Capture and share photos and videos directly from within the app. Earn Recognition: Complete challenges, win matches, and earn your spot in the spotlight. Whether you're shooting hoops, or racing friends, UpNine gives you the tools to compete, connect, and rise above the rest. Ready to level up? Download UpNine and start your journey today.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Securus Mobile at none against upNine Social's shown. Securus Mobile also leads on chart position (#44 vs unranked). upNine Social's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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.
Securus Mobile ships an update every 6 weeks, upNine Social monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Securus Mobile | upNine Social |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (66K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 13.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 66K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #44 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 101 MB | 80 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | SECURUS TECHNOLOGIES LLC | Lionel Cineas |
Bugs and requests
Securus Mobile
Reported bugs
4 issues- Login issues and account problems
- Scheduled video visits not working
- Messages and photos not being delivered
- Frequent app crashes and technical difficulties
Requested features
5 requests- Improve video call quality and reliability
- Provide better customer support and communication
- Reduce fees and make service more affordable
- Add notification features for messages
- Improve app stability and reduce bugs
upNine Social
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Securus Mobile
No in-app purchases
upNine Social
No in-app purchases









