# Google Smart Lock vs Safeguard Locks

The clearest difference is rating: Safeguard Locks at 5.0 against Google Smart Lock's 2.5. Safeguard Locks also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Google Smart Lock's advantage is ratings volume (614 vs 1) and chart position (#126 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

Safeguard Locks holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Google Smart Lock has 614 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Google Smart Lock | Safeguard Locks |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.5 (614 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-smart-lock/id1152066360/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/safeguard-locks/id6476365291/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **614** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 9.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#126** | — |
| Size | 56 MB | 123 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Google](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) | [Safeguard Locking Solutions LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1726524333) |

## What reviewers say

### Google Smart Lock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-smart-lock/id1152066360)

**Currently charting:** #126 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works fine
- 🔒 Adds extra security layer
- 👍 Useful app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes on iOS 18 update
- 🐛 Doesn't work with Yubikey
- 🐛 Doesn't work with child accounts
- 🐛 Unreliable, constant issues
- 🐛 Locked out of accounts

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on launch
- Doesn't detect nearby devices
- Endless login loop
- Incompatible with latest iOS

**Requested features**

- Support for NFC security keys
- Easier setup and usage
- Better compatibility with other devices


### Safeguard Locks

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/safeguard-locks/id6476365291)

This utility app works with NFC-enabled locks, utilizing proprietary power harvesting technology. It allows users to manage and interact with compatible locking systems through their mobile device.

**Highlights:** NFC power harvesting technology, Mobile app compatibility, Secure lock management, Proprietary system integration

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Google Smart Lock free?

Google Smart Lock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Safeguard Locks free?

Safeguard Locks is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Google Smart Lock or Safeguard Locks?

Safeguard Locks is rated higher. Google Smart Lock averages 2.5 out of 5 from 614 ratings, while Safeguard Locks averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Google Smart Lock or Safeguard Locks have ads?

Neither Google Smart Lock nor Safeguard Locks shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*