ShiftLink vs AC Security
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ShiftLink
Instantly receive notifications for available work shifts based on your experience and preferences. Accept or decline shifts with a single click, avoiding disruptive phone calls. Supports multiple employers and unionized environments with seniority ranking.
- Instant shift notifications
- Accept/decline shifts
- Supports multiple employers
- Unionized environment support
- Seniority ranking
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Free to use for staff, ShiftLink notifies you instantly of available shifts based on your professional experience and personal preferences. Receive shifts from your employer of choice or multiple employers. Review the shift details and then simply click ‘ACCEPT’ or ‘DECLINE’. Never miss out on a shift opportunity. No intrusive phone calls or feelings of guilt for saying ‘NO’. Supports unionized environments and seniority ranking.
AC Security
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Welcome to the future of security guard management with AC Security Mobile. Designed exclusively for our valued team members and clients, this internal corporate application sets a new standard for security guard services. ACSI Mobile Key Features: 1. Real-Time Monitoring: Stay in control with live updates on security operations and incidents. • Instant Incident Alerts: Receive immediate notifications for any incidents at your location or place of business. 2. Efficient Scheduling: Seamlessly manage schedules and shifts for security personnel across multiple locations. • Automated Shift Allocation: Utilise intelligent algorithms to optimise shift assignments based on personnel availability and skill sets. • Interactive Calendar: Visualise and manage schedules effortlessly with an intuitive, interactive calendar interface. • Shift Acknowledgment: Ensure accountability with automated shift acknowledgment from security personnel. 3. Transparent Reporting: Enjoy unparalleled transparency with detailed incident reports and real-time data analytics. • Detailed Incident Logs: Access comprehensive logs providing in-depth details on each reported incident. • Exportable Reports: Easily export incident reports for internal reviews. 4. Client Collaboration: Empowering our clients with direct access to their security guard services. • Review History: View and track guard history. • Upcoming Schedules: Providing clients with a snapshot of security personnel for upcoming shifts. • Client Service Requests: Enhanced communication allowing clients to provide feedback and report concerns directly to management. ACSI Mobile Benefits: • Enhanced Security Outcomes: Leverage cutting-edge technology for quicker response times and improved safety. o Predictive Analytics: Utilise insights to predict potential security issues before they occur. o Historical Incident Trends: Identify patterns and trends in historical incident data for informed decision-making. o Reduced Response Times: Quickly respond to incidents with real-time information, minimising potential risks. • Operational Efficiency: Streamline security operations with simplified scheduling, incident reporting, and communication. o Time and Attendance Tracking: Streamlined invoicing processes with accurate time and attendance tracking. o Automated Communications: Improve operational efficiency when requesting shift changes and updates. o Resource Optimisation: Optimise resource allocations based on historical data and analytics. • Greater Control and Visibility: AC Security clients gain unprecedented control, visibility, and transparency over their security measures. o Access Control Management: Implement robust access controls to ensure data security and privacy. o Transparent Communication: Foster transparent communication between ACSI clients and security personnel through the application.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: AC Security at every 3 weeks against ShiftLink's every 5 months. ShiftLink's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.1). 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.
ShiftLink ships an update every 5 months, AC Security every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ShiftLink | AC Security |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 16.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 90 MB | 65 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ShiftLink Inc. | AC Security |
In-app purchases
ShiftLink
No in-app purchases
AC Security
No in-app purchases








