Google Smart Lock vs The Marlo
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Google Smart Lock
Securely log in to websites and apps using your phone's built-in security key or a physical Bluetooth key. It simplifies access by remembering your passwords and offering a more convenient sign-in experience.
- Use phone as security key
- Use Bluetooth security key
- Password saving
- Simplified sign-in
- Secure access
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Smart Lock allows you to use your Bluetooth security key or set up the security key built in to your phone.
The Marlo
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The Marlo app gives residents access to a range of concierge services including delivery notifications, support requests and meter readings. The app also keeps residents up to date with the latest building news and exclusive special offers in the local area.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Google Smart Lock at every 2 months against The Marlo's every 56 months. Google Smart Lock also leads on chart position (#147 vs unranked). The Marlo's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, 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.
Google Smart Lock ships an update every 2 months, The Marlo every 56 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Google Smart Lock | The Marlo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.5 (637 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 10.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 637 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 56 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #147 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 56 MB | 30 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Gversion Ltd | |
Bugs and requests
Google Smart Lock
Reported bugs
4 issues- Crashes on launch
- Doesn't detect nearby devices
- Endless login loop
- Incompatible with latest iOS
Requested features
3 requests- Support for NFC security keys
- Easier setup and usage
- Better compatibility with other devices
The Marlo
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Google Smart Lock
No in-app purchases
The Marlo
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Google Smart Lock free?
Is The Marlo free?
Do Google Smart Lock or The Marlo have ads?
Which is updated more often, Google Smart Lock or The Marlo?
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