Comparison

Securus Mobile vs Get Now

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Video calling
  • Digital messaging
  • Photo/video/eCard sharing
  • Prepaid calling
  • Account management
  • Fund incarcerated accounts
Features
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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.

About

Get Now

Connect with incarcerated loved ones through a secure and intuitive messaging platform. Easily find facilities and contacts, manage conversations, and receive instant notifications to maintain meaningful relationships.

Highlights
  • Secure messaging technology
  • Search correctional facilities
  • Locate and manage contacts
  • Intuitive chat interface
  • Instant message notifications
  • Light and dark mode support
Read full description

This application is a secure and easy-to-use messaging platform designed to help people stay connected with incarcerated family members and friends. It offers a simple and reliable way to communicate, making it easier to maintain meaningful relationships regardless of distance. Users can quickly search for correctional facilities, locate contacts, and begin conversations through an intuitive chat interface created for convenience and accessibility. The app uses secure messaging technology to help keep conversations private and reliable. Easily manage contacts, organize chats, and browse your complete message history with a built-in search feature that helps you quickly find important conversations. Instant notifications ensure you never miss a new message, allowing you to stay connected in real time. Designed with a clean and straightforward interface, the app makes communication simple and accessible without unnecessary complexity. It also supports both light and dark mode, providing a comfortable experience in any lighting conditions. Free users have access to the essential messaging features and core communication tools. Premium subscribers receive unlimited conversations and unlimited contacts, making it even easier to stay connected with everyone who matters most. Whether you're maintaining family relationships, offering support to loved ones, or simply keeping in touch, this app provides a secure, dependable, and user-friendly messaging experience. This application contains auto-renewable subscriptions and In-App: Purchases: Weekly - $4.99, Monthly - $12.99, Yearly - $39.99, One‑Time Purchase-$59.99 Terms of Use Link: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/16SXh_ps3vi6cbqwrHBHx3nYZeJ0dH0OiplcrZA_Qojg/edit

Screenshots

Securus Mobile4 screens
Get Now4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Securus Mobile at none against Get Now's 8. Securus Mobile also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (63K vs 204). Get Now's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18). On price, update cadence, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Get Now sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Securus Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Securus Mobile holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Securus Mobile has 63K ratings behind it against 204, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of Securus Mobile's written reviews are positive against 0% of Get Now's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Securus Mobile ships an update every 6 weeks, Get Now every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Securus Mobile versus Get Now: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSecurus MobileGet Now
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (63K ratings) — better4.2 (204 ratings)
Positive reviews13.4% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings63K — better204
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#45 — better#114
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS1815.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size101 MB72 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSECURUS TECHNOLOGIES LLCLOTOS BALTICA SOLUTION, UAB

Customer experience

Securus Mobile

All ratings62,535 ratings
Positive90.3%
Neutral3.1%
Negative6.6%
Written reviews837 reviews
Positive13.4%
Neutral9.3%
Negative77.3%

Get Now

All ratings196 ratings
Positive81.1%
Neutral2.0%
Negative16.8%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

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

Get Now

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Securus Mobile

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

Get Now

Subscriptions7
  • Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Weekly-Trial3 Days trial$4.997 Days
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  • Weekly$6.997 Days
  • Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Monthly$12.991 Month
  • Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$59.99

Questions

Is Securus Mobile free?
Securus Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Get Now free?
Get Now is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Securus Mobile or Get Now?
Securus Mobile is rated higher. Securus Mobile averages 4.6 out of 5 from 63K ratings, while Get Now averages 4.2 from 204 ratings.
Do Securus Mobile or Get Now have ads?
Neither Securus Mobile nor Get Now shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Securus Mobile or Get Now?
Securus Mobile ships an update every 6 weeks, and Get Now every 3 weeks. Most recently, Securus Mobile was updated on October 26, 2026 and Get Now on October 25, 2026.
Which is more popular, Securus Mobile or Get Now?
Securus Mobile currently peaks at #45 in the App Store charts, and Get Now at #114. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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