Comparison

HMS vs ARAP Móvil

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

Head to head
About

HMS

Easily grant guest access to your property via your mobile device. Access essential building information, contact details, and service brochures.

Highlights
  • Guest invitations via mobile
  • Access general information
  • View emails and phone numbers
  • Browse service brochures
  • Reservation details
Features
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This app will allow owners and residents to invite guests using their mobile phone. Also, it will allow users to access general information, emails and telephone numbers for support, reservations, brochures with service details, etc.

About

ARAP Móvil

This official application provides essential tools for maritime activities and conservation in Panama. It offers an SOS panic button for emergencies, a system for reporting illegal activities, and access to tide and fishing information. Stay informed with real-time notifications to ensure safety and sustainability on the water.

Highlights
  • SOS Panic Button
  • Reporting System
  • Tide Tables
  • Fishing Information
  • Real-time Notifications
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La aplicación oficial de la Autoridad de los Recursos Acuáticos de Panamá (ARAP) pone el poder de nuestros recursos marinos en tus manos. Diseñada para pescadores, navegantes, y todos los ciudadanos comprometidos con la protección de nuestros ecosistemas acuáticos. Características principales: 1. Botón de Pánico SOS: Seguridad instantánea con un solo toque para emergencias en el agua. 2. Sistema de Denuncias: Reporta fácilmente actividades ilegales o problemas ambientales. 3. Tabla de Mareas: Accede a información actualizada sobre las mareas para planificar tus actividades marítimas. 4. Información Pesquera: Obtén datos cruciales sobre zonas de pesca, temporadas y regulaciones. 5. Notificaciones en Tiempo Real: Mantente informado sobre alertas, cambios en regulaciones y eventos importantes. La app ARAP Móvil es tu compañera esencial para navegar, pescar y contribuir a la conservación de los recursos acuáticos de Panamá. Con una interfaz intuitiva y funciones diseñadas pensando en ti, esta aplicación te mantiene conectado, informado y seguro en nuestras aguas. Descarga ahora y sé parte activa en la protección y el uso sostenible de los recursos marinos de Panamá. ¡ARAP en tu bolsillo, el océano en tus manos!

Screenshots

HMS3 screens
ARAP Móvil4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ARAP Móvil at 5.0 against HMS's 3.7. ARAP Móvil also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.5). HMS's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 11 months) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ARAP Móvil holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HMS ships an update every 5 weeks, ARAP Móvil every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
HMS versus ARAP Móvil: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHMSARAP Móvil
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (3 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings3 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 11 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.511.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size154 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAbelardo MelgenSmart Mobility Solutions S.A.

Customer experience

HMS

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

ARAP Móvil

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

HMS

No in-app purchases

None

ARAP Móvil

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HMS free?
HMS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ARAP Móvil free?
ARAP Móvil is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, HMS or ARAP Móvil?
ARAP Móvil is rated higher. HMS averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while ARAP Móvil averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do HMS or ARAP Móvil have ads?
Neither HMS nor ARAP Móvil shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HMS or ARAP Móvil?
HMS ships an update every 5 weeks, and ARAP Móvil every 11 months. Most recently, HMS was updated on October 18, 2026 and ARAP Móvil on October 9, 2026.

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