# Bloomberg B vs Global Guardian

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Bloomberg B at 88 against Global Guardian's 13. Global Guardian's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.2). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Bloomberg B against 4.8 for Global Guardian. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bloomberg B has 88 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and June 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bloomberg B | Global Guardian |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (88 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bloomberg-b-unit/id1344778873/reviews) | **[4.8 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-guardian/id1376571449/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **88** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | 88.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 7 MB | 48 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.2 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bloomberg Finance LP](https://appshunter.io/developer/281941100) | [two10degrees Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/748325887) |

## What reviewers say

### Bloomberg B

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bloomberg-b-unit/id1344778873)

This app provides a secure and convenient method for Bloomberg Anywhere users to authenticate to the Bloomberg Terminal and BLOOMBERG PROFESSIONAL app. It allows for quick logins by scanning a QR code and verifying identity with device biometrics.

**Highlights:** Secure authentication, Convenient login, QR code scanning, Biometric verification, Bloomberg Terminal access, BLOOMBERG PROFESSIONAL app access

**In-app purchases:** none


### Global Guardian

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-guardian/id1376571449)

This app transforms smartphones into GPS tracking devices for individuals traveling globally. It provides real-time location data, travel alerts, and direct access to a 24/7 operations center for crisis assistance. The service is designed to enhance security for employees in high-risk areas.

**Highlights:** Real-time GPS tracking, Panic button functionality, Secure web platform access, Travel alerts and advice, 24/7/365 Operations Center, Employee safety in high-risk zones

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bloomberg B free?

Bloomberg B is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Global Guardian free?

Global Guardian is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Bloomberg B or Global Guardian?

Global Guardian is rated higher. Bloomberg B averages 4.7 out of 5 from 88 ratings, while Global Guardian averages 4.8 from 13 ratings.

### Do Bloomberg B or Global Guardian have ads?

Neither Bloomberg B nor Global Guardian shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bloomberg B or Global Guardian?

Bloomberg B ships an update every 2 months, and Global Guardian every 2 months. Most recently, Bloomberg B was updated on September 18, 2026 and Global Guardian on June 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*