BCFS App vs UBC Safe
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
BCFS App
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The BCFS is BCβs provincial studentsβ union. At our 36th Annual General Meeting, this app will provide access to the meeting schedule, resources, bylaws and policies, and more. It is a useful tool to enhance the experience of delegates throughout the meeting
UBC Safe
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UBC Safe - Vancouver is the official safety app of University of British Columbia - Vancouver. It is the only app that integrates with UBC Vancouver's safety and security systems. Campus Security has worked to develop a unique app that provides students, faculty and staff with added safety on the UBC Vancouver campus. The app will send you important safety alerts and provide instant access to campus safety resources. UBC Safe - Vancouver features include: - Emergency Contacts: Contact the correct services for the UBC Vancouver area in case of an emergency or a non-emergency concern - Tip Reporting: Multiple ways to report a safety/security concern directly to UBC Vancouver security. - Safety notifications: Receive instant notifications and instructions from campus safety when on-campus emergencies occur. - Emergency Plans: Learn what to do in case of an emergency - Crime Mapping: View recent crimes that have occurred on and near campus. - Campus safety resources: access all important safety resources in one convenient app. Download today and ensure that youβre prepared in the event of an emergency.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: BCFS App at every 6 weeks against UBC Safe's every 99 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
BCFS App ships an update every 6 weeks, UBC Safe every 99 months. Both last shipped on November 2, 2026.
| Parameter | BCFS App | UBC Safe |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks β better | Every 99 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 β better | 15.6 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 67 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | British Columbia Federation of Students | University of British Columbia |
In-app purchases
BCFS App
No in-app purchases
UBC Safe
No in-app purchases









