AVAS vs Tucson 311
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
AVAS
Track and protect your vehicle with real-time location, security alerts, and 24/7 stolen vehicle recovery. Manage maintenance, schedule service appointments, and monitor driver behavior.
- Real-time vehicle location
- Stolen vehicle recovery
- Security alerts and notifications
- Vehicle maintenance scheduling
- Driver behavior monitoring
- Speed limit alerts
- Digital vehicle glove box
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AVAS is exclusively for customers that own a GPS Tracking Device on the AVAS Platform. If you do not own a AVAS device and would like to get one for your vehicle, please contact us today at MyAVAS.com. The AVAS app allows customers to quickly locate their vehicle, receive alert notification on its health and location, all while actively protecting it 24/7 from vehicle theft. This simple to use application that gives customers access to the following features: Chip shortages, price increases–there’s a lot going on in the world that makes it extremely difficult to upgrade your vehicle whenever you want. AVAS is the service that makes it possible to maintain your vehicle’s longevity and save money at the same time. We work directly with your dealer so you can quickly schedule service appointments, order parts, and keep records of your vehicle maintenance history. Our call center is available anytime in the event your vehicle is stolen. We integrate with your local law enforcement and have an average recovery time of 30 minutes. Get notifications to your phone when your car is going over the speed limit along with a map trail view, perfect for monitoring teen drivers. Reviews: “Now that I have AVAS, I can schedule all of my maintenance and save on the cost of the service!” – J. Thomas, TX “It’s almost like having an assistant that keeps up with all the car’s needs, so I can just focus on work and my kids.” – M. Harden, CA Why You Should Get AVAS ● 24/7 Stolen Vehicle Recovery Center ● Locate Your Vehicle On Demand, Anytime ● Personal Dealer Digital Glove Box ● Create Instant Security Zones ● Monitor Driver Behavior In Detail & At-A-Glance ● Get Alerts and Notifications From Speed Reports ● VIP Rewards Program (You Can Earn Just For Driving) ©2022 AVAS, LLC., all rights reserved.
Tucson 311
Report non-emergency local issues like potholes, graffiti, or park maintenance directly to the city government. Track the status of your submitted requests and receive updates. This app connects you to Tucson's resources and services.
- Report non-emergency concerns
- Track request status
- Submit additional information
- Connect to local government resources
- View service requests
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The official Tucson 311 app is designed to provide residents and visitors connection to local government resources and services in the Tucson area. It is an efficient tool for reporting non-emergency concerns like potholes, graffiti, light outages, and park maintenance needs. By submitting and viewing requests through the mobile app, residents can track their reports for updates and provide additional information when needed. Tucson 311 can be reached via phone by dialing 3-1-1 for information and service requests. The Tucson 311 app or calling 3-1-1 is not for emergencies. Please call 9-1-1 if you are having an emergency
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: AVAS at every 6 weeks against Tucson 311's every 7 months. AVAS also leads on ratings volume (809 vs 139) and device support (3 vs 1). Tucson 311's advantage is review sentiment (38% vs 14%) and rating (4.4 vs 4.2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.
Tucson 311 holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AVAS has 809 ratings behind it against 139, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of AVAS's written reviews are positive against 38% of Tucson 311's.
AVAS ships an update every 6 weeks, Tucson 311 every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | AVAS | Tucson 311 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (809 ratings) | 4.4 (139 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 13.8% of reviews | 37.5% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 809 — better | 139 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks — better | Every 7 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 90 MB | 145 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | AVAS | City of Tucson |
Customer experience
AVAS
Tucson 311
Bugs and requests
AVAS
Reported bugs
4 issues- App not compatible with latest iOS versions
- Inability to add new vehicles to the app
- Inconsistent location data
- Frequent app freezes and crashes
Requested features
4 requests- Real-time vehicle location updates
- Customizable alerts and geofencing
- Improved app stability and performance
- Better integration with other vehicle systems
Tucson 311
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
AVAS
No in-app purchases
Tucson 311
No in-app purchases
