Comparison

My Open Access vs KSB Guard

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

Head to head
About

My Open Access

Access your backed-up documents, music, videos, and pictures from any device. Automatically back up important files from your computer and mobile devices, and stream content on the go. Share files and scan documents directly to your account.

Highlights
  • Access files from anywhere
  • Automatic computer backup
  • Mobile photo and video backup
  • Stream music and video
  • View and edit documents
  • Share files
  • Scan documents to PDF
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My Open Access lets you access your backed up docs, music, videos and pictures from anywhere. Our desktop software will automatically back up your important files to your online account from your Mac or Windows PC, and our iOS app enables you to access those files securely from anywhere. Plus the app can automatically upload your pictures and videos to your online account.* With My Open Access you can: - Access & download your backed up files from anywhere - View your photos in full screen slideshow mode - View and edit your documents anywhere - Stream video and music content on the go - Automatically back up all the photos and videos on your iPhone or iPad* - Share files with friends and family* - Scan documents to PDF directly in your account* Please note this app requires a subscription which cannot be purchased through the app. *Mobile backup, file uploads, scan to PDF and sharing may require an additional subscription - please contact your supplier for more details.

About

KSB Guard

Monitor your pumps remotely with real-time status updates and notifications. Plan maintenance efficiently and prevent potential damage by gaining an overview of your system's data without being physically present.

Highlights
  • Remote pump status monitoring
  • Real-time notifications for deviations
  • Efficient maintenance planning
  • Vibration and temperature sensor data
  • Web portal and mobile app access
  • Secure data transmission
Features
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On the one hand, a system should run smoothly. On the other, you want to minimise the outlay for inspecting and maintaining your system. With KSB Guard, both are possible! For the first time, we offer you the ability to gain an overview of the data on all of your pumps without having to be physically on site. Reliable KSB Guard monitors the status of your pumps hourly and notifies you immediately of any deviations. This allows you to fix problems before more substantial damage occurs. Quick KSB Guard saves resources starting with the installation, as the sensor unit is easy to install and pumps are quickly registered. Straightforward Specific status data helps you plan maintenance intervals. You also know sooner what to expect when performing maintenance work. KSB Guard - Overview of system: 1. KSB Guard sensor unit: A vibration sensor and a temperature sensor record data directly at the pump. 2. KSB Guard transmission and battery unit: Supplies power to the sensor unit and transfers measurement data to the gateway. 3. KSB Guard gateway: Transfers data via the mobile phone network to the KSB Cloud while maintaining the highest security standards. 4. KSB Guard web portal and app: Data and additional information on the pump can be evaluated conveniently and easily in the app or accessed via a computer. Learn more about KSB Guard: www.ksb.com/ksbguard

Screenshots

My Open Access4 screens
KSB Guard3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: KSB Guard at free against My Open Access's subscription. KSB Guard also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). My Open Access's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 67%). 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

My Open Access ships an update every 5 weeks, KSB Guard every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
My Open Access versus KSB Guard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMy Open AccessKSB Guard
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB87 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLivedriveKSB SE & Co. KGaA

Customer experience

My Open Access

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

KSB Guard

Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

None

My Open Access

No in-app purchases

None

KSB Guard

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is My Open Access free?
My Open Access is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is KSB Guard free?
KSB Guard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do My Open Access or KSB Guard have ads?
Neither My Open Access nor KSB Guard shows ads.
Which is updated more often, My Open Access or KSB Guard?
My Open Access ships an update every 5 weeks, and KSB Guard every 2 months. Most recently, My Open Access was updated on October 23, 2026 and KSB Guard on October 17, 2026.

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