Vitruvi vs Nyckel
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Vitruvi
This cloud-based platform integrates project information for all resources, providing real-time design and construction progress updates. It automatically updates schedules, budgets, and inventory across warehouses to reflect work flow.
- Cloud-based GIS platform
- Real-time information exchange
- Up-to-date design and as-built data
- Field progress recording
- Automated schedule and budget updates
- Inventory management
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Vitruvi is a mobile, cloud-based, GIS enabled, production accounting platform, integrating the exchange of information between all resources involved in a project. Just a few examples of this include: Up-to-date design and as-built information is available to everyone, in real-time, reflecting changes in standards, planning and permitting. Construction progress is recorded and reported in the field, and reflected simultaneously in schedules, budgets, A/R and A/P. Inventory requirements across warehouses are automatically updated to reflect the constant flow of work through the program.
Nyckel
Manage security, safety, and access control with keyless digital access to locks, padlocks, and doors. Secure group lockouts with ID card scans and receive real-time visibility and notifications for peace of mind.
- Keyless digital access to locks
- Secure group and network lockout
- Multi-level lockout with master seal
- Time-limited, shareable keys
- Notifications, history, and reports
- Offline operation
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Nyckel by Smartlox is an enterprise-grade Access Control and Digital Lockout-Tagout solution designed for high-stakes environments. - True Offline Operation: Designed for remote assets and "dead zones." Nyckel’s advanced synchronisation allows for seamless access and audit logging even without a cellular or internet connection. - Instant Provisioning: Grant or revoke access instantly. Issue time-limited digital keys to contractors or staff. - ID Card Integration: Enhance security by requiring an ID card scan for group or network lockouts. - Real-Time Auditing: Generate comprehensive reports and view access events in real time to maintain strict compliance and operational transparency. Digital Lockout-Tagout by Smartlox is a fully-connected safety solution that utilises Bluetooth Padlocks, Lockout-Tagout Software (Nyckel), and a Secure Cloud Platform. Traditional Lockout-Tagout uses clunky locks and keys, manual paper-trails, and risks human error. Digital Lockout-Tagout isolates hazardous energy while eliminating those issues. It’s easier for workers to use and stay compliant. Management and audits are a breeze with a real-time lockout report right from our mobile application. Digital Lockout-Tagout is the easier and safer solution to controlling hazardous energy.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Nyckel at 100% against Vitruvi's 71%. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Vitruvi ships an update monthly, Nyckel every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and August 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Vitruvi | Nyckel |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (16 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 71.4% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 16 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 4 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 125 MB | 86 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Fresnel Software Corporation | Smartlox |
Customer experience
Vitruvi
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In-app purchases
Vitruvi
No in-app purchases
Nyckel
No in-app purchases




