Comparison

Google Smart Lock vs Splashtop NetID

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Use phone as security key
  • Use Bluetooth security key
  • Password saving
  • Simplified sign-in
  • Secure access
Currently charting
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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.

About

Splashtop NetID

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Foxpass RADIUS, by Splashtop, is a secure Wi-Fi access control solution that ensures only authorized personnel and devices have access to your Network. Splashtop NetID simplifies the deployment of the certificates that users require to connect to Foxpass RADIUS-powered secure Wi-Fi networks. This eliminates the need for passwords through EAP-TLS authentication, ensuring secure access to your Wi-Fi network and machines. This solution provides multi-factor authentication (MFA), while set up and ongoing management is a breeze with seamless synchronization with Okta, Google, or Office 365. Key Features: • Effortless Organization Search: Quickly locate your institution within our extensive database, ensuring swift access to the required Wi-Fi certificates. • Passwordless Authentication: Implement EAP-TLS authentication for secure Wi-Fi connection, adhering to your organization's BYOD policies. • SSO and MFA Integration: Enhance security and streamline onboarding with MFA and SSO for secure physical access to your Wi-Fi and machines. • Compliance Assurance: Maintain compliance with various regulations including COPPA, CIPA, FERPA, SOC2, ISO27001, HIPAA, and PCI, providing a secure environment for network connectivity. Sync with Google Workspace & Microsoft Azure AD: Synchronize your credentials with Google Workspace or Microsoft Azure AD for an integrated experience.

Screenshots

Google Smart Lock4 screens
Splashtop NetID3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Google Smart Lock at every 2 months against Splashtop NetID's every 8 months. Google Smart Lock also leads on chart position (#129 vs unranked). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Google Smart Lock ships an update every 2 months, Splashtop NetID every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and August 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
Google Smart Lock versus Splashtop NetID: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGoogle Smart LockSplashtop NetID
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.5 (614 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews9.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings614 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 8 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#129 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGoogleSplashtop Inc.

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

Splashtop NetID

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Google Smart Lock

No in-app purchases

None

Splashtop NetID

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Google Smart Lock free?
Google Smart Lock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Splashtop NetID free?
Splashtop NetID is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Google Smart Lock or Splashtop NetID have ads?
Neither Google Smart Lock nor Splashtop NetID shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Google Smart Lock or Splashtop NetID?
Google Smart Lock ships an update every 2 months, and Splashtop NetID every 8 months. Most recently, Google Smart Lock was updated on September 25, 2026 and Splashtop NetID on August 29, 2026.

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