Comparison

iAmNotified vs iVerify Basic

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

Head to head
About

iAmNotified

This app acts as a watchdog to detect unauthorized access to your device. It alerts you if someone unlocks your screen, even if they know your password or if no lock screen is set. Choose between stealth notifications to catch snoops or deterrent notifications to discourage access.

Highlights
  • Detects screen unlocks
  • Works with or without lock screen
  • Stealth notifications
  • Deterrent notifications
  • Customizable notification content
  • History log
Features
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Know if someone unlocked your screen and is spying on your device! True security against physical access. It works if they know your password and even if no password is set for the lock-screen. iAmNotified is the solution to definitively secure your device! It acts as a watchdog that lets you know if someone accessed your iPhone or iPad while you were not looking. It can also alert people that you are monitoring the device, discouraging any malicious access. No one can access your device without the password. But... What happens if your sneaky colleague or friend peeks while you type it in? What if your partner or parents simply demand it? ("Why don't you give me your password, are you hiding something?".... does this sound familiar?). What if someone uses your fingerprint to unlock your device while you sleep? (yeah, it has happened, check the press). They would have access to your entire life: pictures, videos, contacts, whatsapp conversations, facebook chats, emails (which mean access to any of your online accounts via password reset), etc. They might even install malware to spy on you remotely! THE WORST PART IS YOU WILL NEVER KNOW THAT SOMEONE HAD ACCESS TO YOUR DEVICE. That you need to change your password. That a tracking virus is running on your device. That you have to alert your bank. That your competitor has stolen your confidential data. That your partner knows about "those" pictures and conversations and you'd better prepare a good excuse.... That people you trust don't respect your privacy! +++ HOW IT WORKS +++ ! THE SIMPLEST APP EVER ! 1. open the App 2. lock the screen That's it! Your device is Secured! You will immediately receive a notification on the lock-screen. The notification will remain there until the screen stays locked. If anyone unlocks the screen while you are away, the notification will not be there when you return, alerting you that someone had access to your device. The notification changes every single time for extra security. The History Log keeps track of the last notifications shown, so by-passing the system is virtually impossible. +++FEATURES +++ Double Function: use the app with STEALTH NOTIFICATIONS to catch anyone who is spying on you, or with DETERRENT NOTIFICATIONS to let everybody know that you are monitoring any access to the device. You choose what appears on the notification: + STEALTH NOTIFICATIONS (simulate a useful notification, to disguise the true nature of iAmNotified) - Lucky Lottery Numbers - [Who doesn't play the lottery? I mean... free money, right?!] - Famous Citations - [Because everyone needs some inspirational quotes every now and then] - Definition of a Complex Word - [Education is important! Anyone would want to expand his vocabulary] - Fake Stock Exchange Alert - [These are total random companies symbols and values. Not real data to be sued in the stock market!] + DETERRENT NOTIFICATIONS (showing that you are monitoring the device, will discourage people from accessing it) - Custom Message - [You choose what appears on the notification] - "Device locked at: #current date and time#" - [Shows the time of the last screen lock] - "Access to this device is monitored. Unique notification ID: #securityID#" *** PRO OPTIONS *** Improve your stealthiness with these advanced options - Secret Lock -> Launch iAmNotified without anyone near you noticing. When the option is activated, a black dimmed screen is shown when the app is opened, simulating the lock screen. Now you can secretly press the lock button to lock the screen, or wait for it to lock automatically. To access the app with the option activated, simply tap anywhere on the black screen. - Random Notification Time -> The notification appears at a random time within 2 minutes from the screen lock, instead of immediately after Start to feel in control of your device!

About

iVerify Basic

This app provides basic device security scanning to detect vulnerabilities and threats. It offers a glimpse into advanced security features for individuals prioritizing their digital safety.

Highlights
  • Device security scanning
  • Vulnerability detection
  • Threat awareness
  • Proactive threat measures
  • Basic security toolkit
Features
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iVerify Basic is your gateway to enhanced device security and threat awareness, offering a glimpse into the powerful capabilities of our enterprise-grade solution, iVerify EDR. Designed for individuals who prioritize their digital security, iVerify Basic empowers users to take proactive measures to safeguard their devices against a myriad of threats. Users can scan their devices with a tap to detect vulnerabilities and stay proactive against threats.

Screenshots

iAmNotified4 screens
iVerify Basic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: iVerify Basic at 4.6 against iAmNotified's 3.8. iVerify Basic also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months) and chart position (#9 vs unranked). iAmNotified's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 14.0). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

iAmNotified costs $2.99 and iVerify Basic $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iVerify Basic holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iVerify Basic has 2.4K ratings behind it against 373, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 32% of iAmNotified's written reviews are positive against 42% of iVerify Basic's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iAmNotified ships an update every 3 months, iVerify Basic every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
iAmNotified versus iVerify Basic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriAmNotifiediVerify Basic
Price$2.99$0.99 — better
Rating3.8 (373 ratings)4.6 (2.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews32.2% of reviews41.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3732.4K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
Best chart rank—#9 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTommaso ConcatoiVerify

Customer experience

iAmNotified

All ratings373 ratings
Positive65.7%
Neutral10.7%
Negative23.6%
Written reviews59 reviews
Positive32.2%
Neutral5.1%
Negative62.7%

iVerify Basic

All ratings2,393 ratings
Positive91.9%
Neutral2.2%
Negative5.9%
Written reviews248 reviews
Positive41.9%
Neutral9.7%
Negative48.4%

Bugs and requests

iAmNotified

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • Notifications stop working after initial use
  • Screen goes dark and app becomes unviewable
  • Lock button functionality fails
  • Notification appears immediately after locking, preventing future alerts
  • History log doesn't function properly
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  • App disappears without explanation
  • Inconsistent behavior across different usage scenarios
  • Double charging on subscriptions
  • Unable to contact customer service

Requested features

9 requests
  • Photo capture of unauthorized access attempts
  • Background operation without staying in foreground
  • Actual spyware detection capability
  • Stealth mode with decoy app icon/name
  • Touch/motion combo to disable black screen instead of single tap
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  • Detailed user instructions with examples
  • Better notification system that works reliably
  • Remote hacking detection
  • Detailed logs with timestamps and access information

iVerify Basic

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

iAmNotified

No in-app purchases

None

iVerify Basic

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iAmNotified free?
iAmNotified costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is iVerify Basic free?
iVerify Basic costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iAmNotified or iVerify Basic?
iVerify Basic is rated higher. iAmNotified averages 3.8 out of 5 from 373 ratings, while iVerify Basic averages 4.6 from 2.4K ratings.
Do iAmNotified or iVerify Basic have ads?
Neither iAmNotified nor iVerify Basic shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iAmNotified or iVerify Basic?
iAmNotified ships an update every 3 months, and iVerify Basic every 3 weeks. Most recently, iAmNotified was updated on October 14, 2026 and iVerify Basic on October 15, 2026.

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