Comparison

VOW vs LCU

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

Head to head
About

VOW

Features
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VOW's new app is the exciting and easy way for you to access your accounts in real time and on-the-go! Smarter features include: • 4-digit login, or TouchID (on compatible devices) for even faster access to your accounts • View the balances of accounts you choose without needing to log in • Real time balances and transaction records for each of your supported Mortgage VOW accounts • Find nearby rediATMs • Immediate payments to BPAY Billers and Funds Transfer payees, or set up someone new from within the app • Easily retrieve account information • Added security with real time notifications whenever a transaction is processed • Temporarily block your credit or debit card, giving you peace of mind if you leave your card behind • Activate and change the PIN for your debit and credit cards inside the app (please note this feature is currently only available for some customers) * For further details about the VOW app, please contact us on 1300 730 050 The app requests the following permissions: • Push notifications: Receive push notifications for transactions and activity on your account. • Location services: Find nearby ATMs

About

LCU

Manage your accounts with ease through a simple interface that provides access to essential banking features. Securely check balances, transfer funds, pay bills, and manage your debit card. The app collects anonymous usage data for statistical analysis.

Highlights
  • PIN or swipe pattern authentication
  • View account balances and transactions
  • Transfer funds
  • Pay bills via BPAY
  • Edit Payee and Biller details
  • Manage LCU Visa debit card
Features
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A straightforward interface makes it easy to find the things you use everyday while the variety of features you know from Internet Banking are tucked just below the surface. • Easily access accounts with PIN or swipe pattern authentication • View your account balances and recent transactions • Transfer funds between your own accounts and to external accounts • Pay bills via BPAY • Edit Payee and Biller details • Unlock, lock and order a replacement LCU Visa debit card We collect anonymous information on how you utilise the application to perform statistical analysis of aggregate user behaviour. We do not collect personal information about you. By installing this app you are giving your consent.

Screenshots

VOW3 screens
LCU4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: VOW at 12.0 against LCU's 15.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

VOW ships an update every 3 months, LCU every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
VOW versus LCU: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVOWLCU
PriceFreeFree
Rating—2.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size143 MB108 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMacquarie Bank LimitedLaboratories Credit Union

In-app purchases

None

VOW

No in-app purchases

None

LCU

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VOW free?
VOW is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LCU free?
LCU is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do VOW or LCU have ads?
Neither VOW nor LCU shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VOW or LCU?
VOW ships an update every 3 months, and LCU every 5 months. Most recently, VOW was updated on November 6, 2026 and LCU on November 2, 2026.

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