IPGUARD vs Check First
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
IPGUARD
Receive audio-visual calls from building visitors directly on your smartphone or tablet. Remotely open doors and view a log of all incoming and missed calls, complete with visitor photos. This app connects to a specific visitor panel range.
- Audio-visual calls
- Remote door opening
- Call log with pictures
- 4G/3G and WIFI connectivity
- Visitor panel integration
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Wherever you are, the IPGUARD® app provides you with audio-visual calls from visitors using the visitor panel installed on your building. You can : - receive audio-visual calls via the 4G/3G network and WIFI - open the door from your phone, tablet - see a log of all calls received or missed including a picture of the visitor. This app is only for the 4G Product (Noralsy) / IPGUARD® visitor panel range.
Check First
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CheckFirst is your AI message safety assistant. It helps you spot scams, detect suspicious links, understand message intent, and get a second opinion before you reply, click or send money. Just paste a message, share from any app, or upload a screenshot. CheckFirst analyses it in seconds and explains the risks in simple, clear language. Built for everyday conversations. Peace of mind, in your pocket. Spot scams and tricky messages AI checks for common scam tactics, pressure, red flags and suspicious patterns. Understand the real meaning Check tone, intent and context so you know what a message is really saying. Check links and attachments Evaluate if a link looks safe before you tap. Protect your family Share checks with up to 6 trusted family members with Premium. Private by design Your data stays private. We do not store your messages or screenshots. Free to try with monthly checks. Upgrade to Premium for more checks and family features. Terms of Use: https://studio.educationhost.co.uk/apps/check-first/terms Privacy Policy: https://studio.educationhost.co.uk/apps/check-first/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: IPGUARD at none against Check First's 1. IPGUARD also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads 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. Check First sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $29.99 per year. IPGUARD asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | IPGUARD | Check First |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 18.8% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 45 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Noralsy | Education Host |
In-app purchases
IPGUARD
No in-app purchases
Check First
- CheckFirst Premium$29.991 Year
Questions
Is IPGUARD free?
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